Haiku
In traditional Japanese poetry, particularly haiku and renga, kireji (切れ字) are cutting words that contribute
Free Verse
Free verse poetry has captivated readers for centuries. It’s a style of writing that allows
Poet In Profile
Ginsberg is probably the most well-known poet who mastered free verse as a form. Some
Haiku
Kireji, or cutting words, are an integral part of haiku, a traditional Japanese literature and
Free Verse Writing Guides
A simple assonance definition is that is a poetic device often used to create rhythm
Haiku
A Saijiki is a special type of traditional Japanese poetic dictionary that lists words and
Haiku
Kigo, or seasonal words, are an important part of the traditional Japanese haiku poetry form.
Structured Poetry
Prose poetry remains one of the most misunderstood forms of poetry. Often confused with free
Structured Poetry
The dactylic form of poetry is a poetic meter that has been used since ancient
Structured Poetry
Trochees are an extremely simple tool in the writer’s arsenal. These simple, two-syllable footed words
