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What is an Ekphrasis Poem?

What is an ekphrasis poem and how to write one.

Jan 29, 2024 •

How to Write a Nonet Poem

I found this poetry form online while searching for another and I adored the concept so here's what I learned about writing a nonet poem.

Jan 11 •

The tanka is similar to haiku although they have different histories and terminologies.

Jun 14, 2024 •

The Lune is considered the American version of the Japanese Haiku.

Jan 9, 2024

Kwanzaa by Alfonso Siverls

A poem by Alfonso Siverls that celebrates Kwanzaa that I wanted to share.

Dec 25, 2023 •

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Villanelle Poem

Sep 9, 2023 • Donetta

A Pantoum Poem - Repetition Plus Some

Jul 21, 2023 • Donetta

How to Write a Nonet Poem

Jan 11 • Donetta

Blank Verse Versus Free Verse

Oct 1, 2023 • Donetta

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American Cinquain Poems

Here are the rules to writing a cinquain poem.

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What is a Tricube poem and how do you write one?

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Blank Verse Versus Free Verse

Although they're easily confused with one another there is a difference between blank verse poetry and free verse poetry.

Oct 1, 2023 •

Villanelle Poem

How to write a Villanelle Poem.

Sep 9, 2023 •

A Pantoum Poem - Repetition Plus Some

A Pantoum Poem takes repetition to a higher level.

Jul 21, 2023 •

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