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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.

How to Name Your Characters
Naming a character can be a fun and creative process, but it can also be challenging. Here are some tips for naming your hero:
By Overnight night3 years ago in Poets
Caffeinated Clouds
Crepuscular croissant crafters carefully clear cluttered countertops, circumnavigating crowded carts carrying culinary comforts, clutching cloud-like, caffeinated cupfuls— commonly called “cappuccinos”— cultivating calm cleanliness, countering calculated chaos.
By Tiffany Mercer3 years ago in Poets
Co-owning: to be continued
"Closer. Closer." "Come closer." Carnal chanting. Couldn't combat. Complied cheerfully. Couldn't contain control. Chests clashing.
By Daniel K3 years ago in Poets
Secrets of Soul
Deep within the human heart and mind, Lies a world of secrets we cannot unwind, A realm of mystery and enigma, And a depth that defies the sigma.
By Ruman Shahid 3 years ago in Poets
The Magic of Books: A Poem Celebrating the Power of Reading
Books, oh books, what treasures you hold, Pages filled with stories, new and old. Your words transport us to different worlds,
By Arish Ali 3 years ago in Poets
The Politics Game: A Poem on the Corrupt Nature of Politicians
Politicians in suits and ties, Promises and speeches that mesmerize. Campaigns filled with propaganda and lies, A game of power where everyone vies.
By Arish Ali 3 years ago in Poets
Weathering the Storm: A Poem on Mental Health
Amidst the chaos of the world, A storm brews within my mind. Dark clouds of fear and doubt, Obscure the light I hope to find.
By Arish Ali 3 years ago in Poets
Lessons in Biology
Fat flies feast from filthy fruit, For fortune favors focused fervor - Fortitude forbids failure's finality. Fate flattens faithful fools
By CeCe3 years ago in Poets
Edgar Allan Poe life and works
Edgar Allan Poe (1809-1849) was an American writer, poet, and literary critic who is best known for his gothic and horror stories. He had a troubled life, plagued by poverty, alcoholism, and mental health issues, and died at the young age of 40.
By Eyüp Turan3 years ago in Poets
Mysterious Christmas
One New Year's Eve, in a small town, a group of teenagers were having a party in an old, dilapidated house. The young man, the owner of the house and the organizer of the party, told his friends that he had a strange feeling when they entered the house.
By Ramazan 3 years ago in Poets
Bad Dog
A bad dog, a naughty hound With mischief in his soul, he bounds He chews on shoes and gnaws on chairs He leaves a trail of destruction everywhere
By Matheesha Fernando3 years ago in Poets
The horse life
The life of a horse is wild and free, Running through meadows, a sight to see, Graceful and strong, with a heart so pure, Their spirit unbroken, their soul so sure.
By ghulam mohiuldin3 years ago in Poets