Women on Poetry: Writing, Revising, Publishing and Teaching
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| Rating | : | 4.89 (690 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0786463929 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 286 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2015-12-22 |
| Language | : | English |
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Women and Poetry is a true compilation of writing wisdom from today's influential women who have achieved their goal of becoming published."--- Leon Ogroske, editor of WRITERS' Journal "This collection of articles is a modern day literary "tool belt" for women poets at all stages of their writing career. Whether you are just starting out, refining your craft, or trying to find balance in your creative life, this collection will become a roadmap to literary success! " --Connie Post, Poet Laureate Emerita of Livermore, California (2005-2009) Winner of the 2009 Caesura Poetry Award "This is full of insightful tips and nuggets of inspiration from some of our country's best poets, making this anthology a must-read for women poets and prose writers alike. For them to share their thoughts and experiences with others is what I would expect. "Skimming the table of contents I recognize many of these talented women writers. As a teacher and writer I found the advice and wisdom in these pages beyond valuable!" --Kate H
Everything You Need to Know to Be a Poet Unlike the reclusive Emily Dickinson in her Amherst room, modern day poets have a need to reach out to teachers, a creative community of other poets, and to have our voices heard. Support for all aspects of a poet's life come in the form of 59 essays in Women on Poetry.One of the essayists, Suzanna M. Henson, writes: "Poetry is a living, breathing presence in American life." Emily Dickinson is an example of a poet who translated life. A Delicious Array of Topics Luna "Women and Poetry: Tips on Writing, Teaching and Publishing by Successful Women Poets is a delicious array of topics guaranteed to stimulate your muse whether you are an emerging or established professional. The contributing authors offer invaluable insight into the gamut of writing issues. Congratulations to Carol Smallwood and Colleen S. Harris for gathering and editing this treasure book of wisdom."---Dr. Barbara Harbach, co-edito. Connie Post said Women and Poetry - a must read for women writers. "This collection of articles is a modern day literary 'tool belt' for women poets at all stages of their writing career. Whether you are just starting out, refining your craft, or trying to find balance in your creative life, this collection will become a roadmap to literary success!"-Connie Post, Poet Laureate Emerita of Livermore, California ("Women and Poetry - a must read for women writers" according to Connie Post. "This collection of articles is a modern day literary 'tool belt' for women poets at all stages of their writing career. Whether you are just starting out, refining your craft, or trying to find balance in your creative life, this collection will become a roadmap to literary success!"-Connie Post, Poet Laureate Emerita of Livermore, California (2005-2009); winner of the 2009 Caesura Poetry Award. 005-"Women and Poetry - a must read for women writers" according to Connie Post. "This collection of articles is a modern day literary 'tool belt' for women poets at all stages of their writing career. Whether you are just starting out, refining your craft, or trying to find balance in your creative life, this collection will become a roadmap to literary success!"-Connie Post, Poet Laureate Emerita of Livermore, California (2005-2009); winner of the 2009 Caesura Poetry Award. 009); winner of the "Women and Poetry - a must read for women writers" according to Connie Post. "This collection of articles is a modern day literary 'tool belt' for women poets at all stages of their writing career. Whether you are just starting out, refining your craft, or trying to find balance in your creative life, this collection will become a roadmap to literary success!"-Connie Post, Poet Laureate Emerita of Livermore, California (2005-2009); winner of the 2009 Caesura Poetry Award. 009 Caesura Poetry Award
From the Author All the editors are Pushcart-nominees for their poetry.