When learning how to write poetry, especially in specific rhyming patterns or metric beats, or reading about the creation of a well-known poem, already challenges can arise. And figuring out the meaning of the “poetry lingo” writers spout off can be confusing and hard to follow. Here are explanations for […]
Author: Emma Grob
Poets and Poetry: Fun Facts for March
Poetry has been around for centuries. It preceded written language, instead being sung or spoken aloud. As to be expected, a form of art with such an extensive past is bound to be filled with a fascinating history. But instead of writing paragraph upon paragraph about the history of poetry, […]
Interesting, Influential, and Inspiring Christian Poets
The new year has finally begun! A new year means a fresh start, and it’s the perfect time for new resolutions. Coming out of a stressful 2020, a myriad of uncertainties can arise. Many hope for a better and calmer year, but nothing is truly certain. In these […]
Happy December: A Collection of Poems
As Christmas time approaches and autumn fades away, a distinct sense of cheerfulness and festivity enters the air each year. There are many fun things to do and sights to see, such as gazing at holiday lights, decorating a Christmas tree, baking cookies, and shopping for friends and family. And […]
How to Read Poetry
For both those who have read poetry their entire lives and those who are just starting, sometimes poetry can be a little hard to read. For those who are new to it, poetry can feel daunting at first, and the wording and metaphors can be confusing. […]