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The Poetry of the Everyday Every day, in small moments, can be filled with poetry. From the joy of a morning cup of coffee to the warmth of a sunset, the poetry of the everyday can be found in the simple moments. Whether it's in the mundane, like a grocery list, or in the magical, like a snowfall, these moments can be filled with beauty and joy. This article explores some of the ways to find and appreciate the poetry of the everyday. The Power of the Written Word Poetry has been around for centuries, and its timeless power to move people has made it a beloved art form. From moving sonnets to thought-provoking haikus, the written word has the ability to evoke emotion, create understanding, and inspire. This article looks at the power of the written word and how it can be used to express emotions, build bridges, and create positive change. The Art of Spoken Word Spoken word poetry is a unique form of performance art that combines the power of the written word with the emotion of spoken performance. It's a powerful tool for self-expression, storytelling, and rallying people to action. This article explores the art of spoken word and how it
Reading poetry in the winter offers a unique comfort, as the cold, often bleak environment outside contrasts with the warmth and intimacy found in verse. The act of curling up with a collection of poems allows one to escape into a world of emotion and reflection, where the themes of solitude and introspection resonate deeply…
‘Surprised by Joy’ is a heart-breaking poem written by William Wordsworth when recalling the grief of his daughter Catherine’s passing. The poem is written in the form of a sonnet, with the first eight lines describing his initial shock and disbelief, and the last six lines expressing his deep sorrow and regret. Surprised by Joy…
KB Eliza Author Interview Orphic Wonder is a collection of poetry that explores themes of femininity, self-discovery, faith, trauma, and the bittersweet weight of memory. What inspired this collection of poems? Orphic Wonder was shaped by deeply personal experiences, especially after undergoing a craniotomy for an aneurysm in 2012 and later facing the reality of another inoperable…
Inferno is the first book of Italian writer Dante Alighieri's 14th-century 3-part narrative poem The Divine Comedy. Inferno describes the journey of a fictionalized version of Dante downward through the circles of Hell. He is guided by the ancient Roman poet Virgil, who says to Dante in Canto IV, "Let us descend now into the…
I Am NOT That Cat by August E. Allen is a delightful, illustrated collection of poems, each one a whimsical ode to the feline mystique. The subject is cats, of course, and Allen introduces readers to an array of distinct personalities: a lunar adventurer, a mischievous trio befriending a St. Bernard through a window, and…
August E. Allen Author Interview I Am NOT That Cat is a delightful, illustrated collection of poems, each one a whimsical ode to the feline mystique. What inspired you to write this particular collection of poems? Like all of my children's books, happiness, compassion, kindness, and empathy are always in the forefront of my mind when…
My daughter gave me this lovely poetry pamphlet as part of my birthday present earlier this month. It's a perfect choice as I certainly do love my tea! As it's Mother's Day today in the UK, many mums (including me) will be hoping for a cup of tea in bed so I thought it was…