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How-tos for all things poetry; learn how to analyze a poem, construct a haiko, differentiate between a metaphor and simile and more.

Burn to Ashes
Burn burn to ashes the parts you don't need Write write on paper the parts you don't need Your anger, your anxiety your mistakes, your regrets
By Paul Stewart2 years ago in Poets
never stays gone. Content Warning.
one word leads to another. just around the corner, that’s where i always am. getting closer now, just about to go,
By ⸘jason alan‽2 years ago in Poets
A Poem about Depression
In the depths of the shadowed soul, where whispers linger like ghosts, A poignant dance unfolds, a tale of melancholy boasts.
By Raymond Inosanto2 years ago in Poets
Mirror
Smoke and mirrors Are all that hide my fears You want in But little do you know I’ve given you more of an inside look Than most have ever taken
By Atomic Historian2 years ago in Poets
You-3
You make my life wonderful Sometimes we hurt each other When we stumble and fall But without you I wouldn’t have it all
By Atomic Historian2 years ago in Poets
Something, Somewhere
Watching you from afar Breaks me Watching you struggle with your sisyphean task Give me your time, is all I ask Thank you for reading my work. If you enjoyed this story, there’s more below. Please hit the like and subscribe button, you can follow me on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram @AtomicHistorian. To help me create more content, leave a tip or become a pledged subscriber. I also make stickers, t-shirts, etc here.
By Atomic Historian2 years ago in Poets
Heart and Soul
You swipe and scroll all you want But that’s not what you’ll ever want Find someone that wants you for your heart That wants to connect
By Atomic Historian2 years ago in Poets
"Whispers of the Heart"
In the darkness of the night, words unfold, A graceful dance of feelings, a gentle glow. Within the garden of hushed voices, love plays its role,
By Waseem835 Tv2 years ago in Poets
haiku december two
change is a-coming 'cause it's always a-coming i'm pretty ready . . . [12/10/23] . . .
By kory salajka2 years ago in Poets
Create your own Miracle and Happiness
We stand by mistletoe… Should we kiss or go? Should we hold on to tradition, that was created long before? Which keeps Christmas spirit alive and living today..
By AL. K.2 years ago in Poets
"Harbor of Affection"
In the haven where moonlight intertwines, Where whispers of the breeze gently align, Stands a harbor, steadfast and true,
By waseemasghar2 years ago in Poets
Father
Ghosts in my head Of a relationship we never had Raised by my dad But you I never set eyes on Long forgotten A dream
By Atomic Historian2 years ago in Poets