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The Practicing Poet: Writing Beyond the BasicNamed a Best Book for Writers by Poets & WritersOrganized into ten sections with each devoted to a poetic concept, The Practicing Poet begins with 'Discovering New Material,' 'Finding the Best Words,' 'Making Music,' 'Working with Sentences and Line Breaks,' 'Crafting Surprise,' and 'Achieving Tone.' The concepts become progressively more sophisticated, moving on to 'Dealing with Feelings,' 'Transforming Your Poems,' and 'Rethinking and Revising.' The final section, 'Publishing Your Book,' covers manuscript organization, book promotion, and presentation of a good public reading.The book includes thirty brief craft essays, each followed by a model poem and analysis of the poem's craft, then a prompt based on the poem. Ten recyclable bonus prompts are also included. Ten Top Tips lists are each loaded with poetry wisdom from an accomplished poet.The Practicing Poet pushes poets beyond the basics and encourages the continued reading, learning, and writing of poetry. It is suitable as a textbook in the classroom, a guidebook in a workshop, or an athome tutorial for the practicing poet working independently.The craft essays, poems, and top tips lists include the work of 113 contemporary poets.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'The Practicing Poet'? A: 'The Practicing Poet: Writing Beyond the Basics' focuses on enhancing poetic skills by exploring various poetic concepts and techniques through structured sections and craft essays.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by Diane Lockward, who is known for her expertise in poetry and writing.
- Q: How is the book organized? A: The book is organized into ten sections, each dedicated to different poetic concepts such as 'Discovering New Material' and 'Achieving Tone,' guiding readers progressively through various aspects of poetry.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners? A: Yes, 'The Practicing Poet' is suitable for both beginners and experienced poets, as it pushes poets beyond the basics while encouraging continuous learning and writing.
- Q: What additional resources does the book provide? A: The book includes thirty craft essays, model poems, analyses, and ten recyclable bonus prompts, along with 'Ten Top Tips' lists featuring advice from accomplished poets.
- Q: When was 'The Practicing Poet' published? A: 'The Practicing Poet' was published on September 25, 2018.
- Q: What is the format of this book? A: The book is available in paperback format with a total of 350 pages.
- Q: Can this book be used in a classroom setting? A: Yes, 'The Practicing Poet' can be used as a textbook in classrooms, as a guide in workshops, or for independent study at home.
- Q: What themes does the book cover? A: The book covers themes such as emotional expression, poem transformation, and manuscript organization, making it a comprehensive resource for poets.
- Q: Does the book include contemporary poets' work? A: Yes, the craft essays, poems, and tips include contributions from 113 contemporary poets, providing a diverse range of perspectives and styles.