The Crafty Poet - by Diane Lockward (Paperback)

About the Book

A poetry tutorial to inform and inspire poets. Includes model poems and prompts, writing tips, and interviews with poets. Geared for the experienced poet as well as those just getting started. Ideal for individual use at home or group use in the classroom or workshop. Guaranteed to break through any writer's block.

Book Synopsis

A poetry tutorial to inform and inspire poets. Includes model poems and prompts, writing tips, and interviews contributed by 56 of our nation's finest poets, including 13 former and current state Poets Laureate. An additional 45 accomplished poets contributed sample poems inspired by the prompts in this book. Ideal for use in the classroom, this book has been adopted by colleges and universities across the country. It is equally ideal for individual use at home or for group use in workshops. Geared for the experienced poet as well as those just getting started. Guaranteed to break through any writer's block.

This revised edition contains a full Table of Contents and an Index.

Review Quotes

The Crafty Poet Named a Best Book for Writers by Poets & Writers The Crafty Poet is filled with good exercises for people who practice poetry. Very useful book. Great writing resource