Tanka vs. Haiku
Haiku and tanka are two major poetic forms that define much of Japanese literary history. But what defines a haiku or a tanka? And how are the two different?
How to Write a Haiku
Haiku is a form of traditional Japanese poetry that is known for its brevity and focus on capturing the essence of a moment or a feeling. Despite its simplicity, writing a haiku can be a challenging task.
ChatGPT, and AI: Can it Analyze Poetry?
Can A truly understand the complexity and beauty of poetry? Delve into the latest advancements in technology and poetry analysis to discover if machines can truly appreciate the power of verse, from the perspective of a poetry expert.
Poetry, ChatGPT, and AI: Can it Create ‘Great’ Poetry?
Discover whether AI can create great poetry with our in-depth exploration of the capabilities of ChatGPT, from a poetry expert’s perspective.
Do Poems Have to Rhyme?
For many people, the first thing that comes to mind when they consider poetry is rhyming lines. But, do poems have to rhyme? Is a poem even a poem if it doesn’t rhyme?
How to TPCASTT a Poem with Worksheet
Like companies perform SWOT, we, the poetry analysts, perform TPCASTT in order to decipher the nuances of a piece of poetry.
10 Important Elements of Poetry
Poetry, as a distinct and interesting art form, comprises a number of elements that are worth considering while analyzing and understanding a poetic text.
How To Write a Poem About Yourself
It might seem intimidating, but when your break it down into steps, writing a poem about yourself can be quite simple and fun.
How To Write a Love Poem
Answering the question: “How do I write a love poem” is not as simple as asking “how do I boil an egg” but there are useful tips to consider.
National Poetry Month
National Poetry Month takes place each year in April. It was first introduced in 1996 by the Academy of American Poets to increase the appreciation of poetry in the United States.
5 Steps to Starting a Poetry Blog
A poetry blog is a great way to express yourself and share your literary skills with the world. Here are 5 steps to easily your own poetry blog.
Active vs. Passive Voice
The difference between active voice and passive voice is an important one, but not one that’s always easy to distinguish.
[How to] Analyze Poetry with SMILE
While reading a poem, a question often triggers thoughtful readers, “how to analyze this poem?” If one has this hack pre-installed in mind, the process won’t seem tedious anymore!
What Makes a Poet Great?
Scholars, writers, and lovers of poetry have all asked the same question at some point in their lives, what makes a poet great?
How to Approach Unseen Poetry
Approaching unseen poetry is one of the more challenging things that students might be asked to do in the classroom.
Understanding Shakespeare’s Sonnets
Over his lifetime Shakespeare wrote 154 sonnets. They were published together in what is known as a “quarto” in 1609.
How to Structure a Poem
The first question that needs to be addressed before we get into the details, is what is structure? What do
How to Write a Poem
It might seem daunting at first, but writing a poem can be made simpler by breaking down the process into
18 Different Types of Themes in Poetry
The theme is the underlying message that the writer or artist wants to convey. Themes can feature in poetry, a short story, a novel, or even a work of art.
Everything You Need to Know about Rhyme Schemes in Poetry
When most people imagine poetry they likely think of the complex rhyme schemes that poets create to structure their work.
Poetry Jargon Buster
Yes I know sometimes reading a poetry analysis can be tricky. Especially if you are not au fait with the
Compare and Contrast ‘La Belle Dame Sans Merci’ by John Keats and ‘Sonnet 116’
‘La Belle Dame Sans Merci’ by John Keats and ‘Sonnet 116’ by William Shakespeare speak on love through two very different lenses.