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Poetry Guide, Poetry Types

Poetry Types There is a large variety of poetry forms tailored to each poets writing style. They all differ in rhyme scheme, form and subject matter. Here is a selection of poems that you could possible experiment in: Some familiar forms Haiku; is a Japanese form of poetry which is composed of three non-rhyming lines. The first and third lines have five syllables each and the second line has seven syllables. They often express feelings and thoughts about nature; however, you could write about any subject! Freeform; is a type of poetry that does not require any rhyme scheme or meter. Poems written in free verse, however, do tend to employ other types of creative language such as alliteration, words that begin with the same sound, or assonance, the repetition of vowel sounds. Limerick; is a poem that is often silly or whimsical, written in five lines with an AABBA rhyme scheme. Often, limericks tell a short, humorous story. Imagery; these type of poems work to d

Poetry Guide, How To Turn an Idea into a Peom

How to Turn an Idea into a Poem?                 Poems are individualistic, so the way you plan your poem should be as well. Though poems are very free thinking and not tied to rules of grammar and punctuation, planning out a poem can help you develop your thoughts and create a masterpiece.                 I plan using three steps: Topic, brainstorm and figurative language.                 To begin, decide on topic ideas. Do you want a sad poem about love? A happy poem about boats? A cute poem about that quiet kid in class? I usually divide it by feelings and subjects. Choose and then place it in the format below; 1.        Topic 1.        Feelings a.        Sadness b.       Anger c.        Loneliness 2.        Objects a.        Volcano b.       Tight dresses The plant no one ever waters but it’s somehow alive. Now that you have your feeling and object and/or subject, you must choose one of each and brainstorm. For this example I’l

Poetry Guide, Poetry basics

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Poetry Basics A poem is a "composition in verse" Poems paint pictures by means of poetic devices such as figurative language, rhyme and rhythm. Poets use their words to convey a message, spark interest, or tell a story. One of the most important parts of poetry is analysis.  Analysis is done through; theme, diction, tone, form, imagery, rhythm, rhyme and metre. In simple terms, the message of your poem is your theme. The way you make your poem look is the form, and can often convey emotions if done correctly. The choice of words to create atmosphere is your diction, and tone is the attitude on the subject the poem is on. Imagery is the description, using figurative  or literal language to influence readers ideals and thoughts. Rhythm sets the pace, so when read aloud readers can feel the changes of pace and the mood set. Rhyme is also fairly simple - it depends on the sound, not the way the words look. Rhyme forms are determined by AABB/ABAB/ABBA proce