{"product_id":"how-to-write-poetry-a-guided-journal-with-prompts","title":"How to Write Poetry: A Guided Journal with Prompts","description":"\u003ctable align=\"center\" border=\"0\" cellpadding=\"2\" cellspacing=\"0\" width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"productDetailSmallElements\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBiographical Note\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eChristopher Salerno\u003c\/b\u003e is the author of five books of poems and the editor of Saturnalia Books. He has received the Two Sylvias Press Chapbook Award, the Laurel Review Chapbook Prize, and a New Jersey State Council on the Arts fellowship. \n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eKelsea Habecker\u003c\/b\u003e is a poet, writer, teacher, retreat leader, and personal coach. Her collections of poetry include \n\u003ci\u003eHollow Out\u003c\/i\u003e, selected by US Poet Laureate Charles Simic; \n\u003ci\u003eThe Walrus Wives\u003c\/i\u003e, a chapbook; and \n\u003ci\u003eNorth Wife\u003c\/i\u003e, forthcoming from Salmon Poetry.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReview Quotes\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\"After doing every suggestion included in every chapter, I'm prepared to give this five stars. I expected a simplistic \"prompt of the day\" approach, but this is much more complex, and it's challenging in a good way ... If you actually take this book seriously, it can very much work your creative muscles. I highly recommend it.\" -- \n\u003cstrong\u003eCustomer Review\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReview Quotes\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\"Written by a poet who leads poetry writing retreats, this is a workbook to write and create in. I appreciate that the topics have brief but effective explanations of themes and literary devices enough to immediately get you into writing poetry yourself. I have already begun writing poetry this summer thanks to this book. The real work of writing poetry is in the writing process itself and the author seems to know that and this book is more than enough to get you started. \" -- \n\u003cstrong\u003eCustomer Review\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReview Quotes\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\"This is a wonderful primer on how to write poetry for those who are intimidated by the process; it takes the reader to the basic elements and illustrates how to build upon them for confidence. The book is broken down into sections that describe the components of poetry and includes exercises to stir and unleash the imagination ... If you want to express yourself with depth and soul, this is an excellent place to start.\" -- \n\u003cstrong\u003eCustomer Review\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher Marketing\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA poetry journal for those looking to improve their art\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNourish your poetic soul with this instructive and inspiring journal. Whether you're just starting out or seeking ways to expand your skills, \u003ci\u003eHow to Write Poetry\u003c\/i\u003e is a poetry journal designed to nurture creativity and deepen your understanding of this age-old literary tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiscover lessons on everything from crafting evocative imagery to exploring the nuances of rhythm and meter--all while immersing yourself in related readings that reinforce your connection to the instruction. Put your knowledge into practice with dozens of original, enriching prompts meant to jump-start a ritual of poetry writing. No matter where you are on your journey, this poetry journal will help you unleash your artistic voice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis how-to poetry journal helps teach with: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eA poetic primer\u003c\/b\u003e--Go from basic to more advanced techniques with descriptive instructions that provide comprehensive guidance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePractice makes perfect\u003c\/b\u003e--Hone your skills with thought-provoking prompts and blank pages that encourage you to try what you've learned.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFinishing touches\u003c\/b\u003e--This poetry journal contains expert advice for revising your poems, as well as a list of respected publications you can submit your completed works to.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpand your knowledge and broaden your skills with a poetry journal that teaches you how to find your voice and share your passion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eContributor Bio:\u003c\/strong\u003eSalerno, Christopher\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChristopher Salerno\u003c\/b\u003e is the author of five books of poems and the editor of Saturnalia Books. 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