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March 1, 2011 By pbpoetry 2 Comments

Article by Nate Patt

Most people sometimes write poems on during their free time or on a special occasion. But even more people have poems stored away in old notebooks from their high school or college days. Whatever the case those poems are often forgotten and never get read by anyone other than the person that wrote it. Well for those people the emergence of the internet and with its powerful resources and connection abilities, those poetry writers can be re inspired to write poems again and even have their old poems read by other people.

Since social community websites have soared with popularity and dominance over the internet, online poetry communities have found their way into the mix. Some allow you to publish poems, read poems, connect with other poets, enter free cash prize poetry contests, comment on poems and many other activities that involve poetry. This has been very beneficial to poets who without such great resources would have given up writing poetry.

Poetry can at great benefits to living a healthy life. Two main areas it can greatly help in overcoming stress and depression. Stress and depression are emotions that show in your face and can cause unnecessary illnesses to your body. We all go through it. Through writing poetry I’ve found it to help me deal with stress and depression. Let’s say I had a bad day at work. Something or someone has got me stressed or depressed. Instead of going back home and letting it settle inside me I would write a poem about it. This allows me to conquer those emotions. Only then could I heal and get passed them. As you are writing the poem you will already start to feel better. The more poems you write the better your poetry will help you because you’ll be able to go back and read your old poems which will re-inspire you to deal with current stress or depression state. Your poems don’t have to be really creative or rhyme well they just need to describe how you are feeling and or why you are feeling this way So give poetry a try and see how it will help you deal with stress and depressions.

Poetry is simply one of the best creative forms of writing when it comes to expressing yourself. There are many online poetry communities out there on the web.

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Is Prose Superior to Poetry?

March 1, 2011 By pbpoetry 3 Comments

Article by Max Gaucho

Over the years there have been many occasions when I have heard
somebody ranting about the superiority of prose, particularly fiction,
over poetry. By contrast, rarely have I heard anyone suggesting the
poetry is superior to fictional prose. Does this say something about
the supporters of one as opposed to those of the other? Is there an
underlying difference between fans on prose and fans of poetry, and
are fans of poetry, as an audience, more mature and open-minded?

I would venture to say there may be a little of this involved, but
only a very little. My hunch is this: that people who value poetry
will, by and large, value prose too as those who enjoy and are able to
read poetry will also have the ability to enjoy and read prose. By
contrast there is a distinct possibility that those who enjoy prose
will not, by necessity, understand poetry. Poetry and prose are
entirely different breeds of art which are like largely only in that
they share the same tools.

I have heard it said that poetry is for those who cannot write
sustained prose, and that the real skill of an author is in writing at
length while retaining depth and keeping the reader interested.
However, I would immediately like to interject on this point. For
whoever holds any such opinion is missing something of dazzling
clarity: what kind of prose writer is able to write at length in a
manner or style akin to most poetry?

Poetrys aim is different to that of prose, and in this difference is
in no way lesser to the skill of writing prose. Most poems want to
convey with great weight a particular issue in a way which calls for
the readers close attention. It is this attention which grants the
poem a great emotional force without a huge narrative to underpin it.

The answer to the question: is prose superior to poetry? is that
prose and poetry are two distinct entities which are relatively
incomparable but which both require degrees of astuteness and skill in
their authors if they are to be successful. Writers of poetry are just
as skilled as writers of prose, and its worth remembering that many
poets are also successful authors (such as Leonard Cohen). As such,
the view that a prose author is superior to one of poetry says more
about the knowledge and capacities of the one holding the view than it
does about any real differences between the two literary forms.

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Writing Poetry

March 1, 2011 By pbpoetry 2 Comments

Article by Leona Shankle

© 2009 by Leona G. Shankle

Writing poetry is a wonderful outlet for expressing ideas. Writing poetry is the highest, noblest, art form; and poets are those who can feel what can be beautifully expressed as in poetry, as poems. It involves not just scribbling in a notebook, but also undertaking a way of life, one in which you value being creative and sensitive.

Writing poetry is not always an easy job but, it could be your cup of tea. Writing poetry tips are helpful guidelines, but not the rule of thumb, they’re not etched in stone – as a poet you set your own rules. Writing poetry has always been about emotion; thrilling, bitterness and even humorous. It is like jumping off a high dive at the deep end of the pool, exhilarating.

Poetry can be used to convey ideas, information and feelings but, above all, it is a great means of entertainment. Poetry is the poetic, beautiful, expression of the poet’s passion – in poetry poets express passions sensibly and beautifully.

Poetry is meant for the ear; listen to the sounds the words make. Poetry in rhyme sounds more pleasing – rhyme adds to its beauty. Why not ‘cash in’ on that in your poetry. Poetry can be as complicated or as frivolous as possible, it’s all up to the author. Poetry is food for thought and for the soul. All food has its ingredients and, so does poetry.

Writing is a passion of mine that brings relief. Writing styles, subject matter and even childhood memories influence a lot of our choices. Writing in “free verse” does not excuse the poet’s obligation to please the ear though. Writing, reading and falling in love with poetry are all processes.

Writing has always been a form of self therapy, an expression of emotions too intense to keep inside, an expression of thoughts, feelings, and meanings. Writing about painful subjects is also a great way to deal with that pain, write it out. If it’s too painful to share, keep it for yourself. But, do write it out and feel the healing power of putting those words on paper.

Be yourself when you are writing poetry. Explore your different sides through your poetry let the different facets of your personality take center stage. Be happy writing poetry, this is your time to expand and write whatever comes into your mind. When nothing comes to mind –start writing, very fast –any word, a phrase or simply a sentence or two that pops into your mind.

Try using writing poetry as an excuse not to do other things. Yes, that’s right, if you’re not already doing so, start writing poetry now. This is the perfect time to embark on a new adventure, so why not seriously consider writing poetry and sharing it with others this year.

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Leona Shankle can be found at http://www.dellgirlpublishing.com and http://www.atthestartinggate.blogspot.com

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