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The author of Selected Books of the Beloved investigates the uses of specificity in narrative poetry.
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The author of Selected Books of the Beloved investigates the uses of specificity in narrative poetry.
The author of Selected Books of the Beloved illuminates the power of narrative to move a poem forward.
The author of Selected Books of the Beloved explores enumeration as a source of poetic possibility.
The author of Selected Books of the Beloved reflects on the sonic pleasures of verse and offers an exercise in attending to poetry’s music.
The author of The Devoted writes about the little things writers can do when a project feels impossible.
Shape-shifting poems, reimagining fairy tales, and envisioning an exhibition—three prompts to get you writing, plus our suggested reading: A Primer for Poets & Readers of Poetry by Gregory Orr.
Compose a trio of sensory poems, channel your inner Dickens, or reflect on the relationship between courage and generosity—three prompts to kindle your creativity during the holiday season.
Compose a series of tree poems, explore the supernatural with a ghost story, or examine your personal history with politics through an essay—three prompts to stretch your literary perspective.
Create a found poem, break your habits, or be an ambassador to your own country—three prompts to ignite the creative process.
As part of a continuing series, we offer a breakdown of the numbers behind our Grants & Awards listings, highlighting the total amount of prize money given each year, the average cost of entry, types of sponsoring organizations, and more.