Sunday 18 December 2011

How to Develop Poetry Writing Skills

By Bart Chifnov


Poems about love refer to anyone who ever wanted to be loved. Poetry can be written in traditional forms, such as sonnets, or in free form. The most important thing is to converse that you are in love with him or her. Read other love poems to get your brain thinking. Reading poetry can help you to create your own. Check out the love poetry of Shakespeare or Emily Dickinson for ideas.

Think of the love of your life as you go. Write all of the things that make this person special to you. If you don't have somebody particular in mind, think of what you would want in that special loved one.

Write down a list of memories, details or jokes you have had together. Or if you don't have your loved one for now, use your imagination. Circle the things you want to use in your poem. Start writing, allowing yourself to alter the poem as you go. If you rhyme, it may help to use a rhyming dictionary. Write your first draft and then let it sit for some time and go back to master it later. Read the poem back to yourself. Is it saying things that you would like to hear from someone else? Ask a good pal or colleague to read your poem and watch their reaction. Do they sigh after reading your love poem? You can have other people read it for you, unless you don't feel comfortable giving out a private poem with anyone other than the intended recipient. Modify your poem by cutting out any cliches and changing overly syrupy lines. If a word or line is bothering you, try deleting it and see if it looks better. Read over your sonnet few times. The first draft often needs some changes.

Great way to get better in your writing skill is by attending poetry clubs in your city. Check libraries for ads of meetings. People who visit them are often familiar with love poetry and may be able to give some ideas. There you can also buy a copy of a poet's book containing love poetry you heard at a reading.

If you are still uncertain of how you to come up with love poems, you can always refer to the passionate poems written by well-known poets. This way, you can get moved to write your very own poem. Whatever it is, keep your poem frank and truthful. Even if you are not creative in poetry, words of honesty always touch a person's heart.




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