Haiku “Kana” (哉) – The Kireji of Reflection and Contemplation J.W. Carey 23 March 2023 In traditional Japanese poetry, particularly haiku and renga, kireji (切れ字) are cutting words that contribute
Free Verse The Art Of Line Breaks: How To Use Them Effectively In Free Verse J.W. Carey 5 March 2023 Free verse poetry has captivated readers for centuries. It’s a style of writing that allows
Poet In Profile Poet In Profile: Allen Ginsberg J.W. Carey 2 March 2023 Ginsberg is probably the most well-known poet who mastered free verse as a form. Some
Haiku Why Kireji Matters: The Importance Of Structure In Haiku J.W. Carey 27 February 2023 Kireji, or cutting words, are an integral part of haiku, a traditional Japanese literature and
Free Verse Writing Guides Assonance in Free Verse Poetry J.W. Carey 21 February 2023 A simple assonance definition is that is a poetic device often used to create rhythm
Haiku What Are Saijiki? J.W. Carey 1 February 2023 A Saijiki is a special type of traditional Japanese poetic dictionary that lists words and
Haiku What Are Kigo? J.W. Carey 28 January 2023 Kigo, or seasonal words, are an important part of the traditional Japanese haiku poetry form.
Structured Poetry The Beginner’s Guide to Prose Poetry J.W. Carey 24 January 2023 Prose poetry remains one of the most misunderstood forms of poetry. Often confused with free
Structured Poetry The Beginner’s Guide to Dactylic Poetry J.W. Carey 27 December 2022 The dactylic form of poetry is a poetic meter that has been used since ancient
Structured Poetry How To Use Trochees in Poetry J.W. Carey 14 September 2022 Trochees are an extremely simple tool in the writer’s arsenal. These simple, two-syllable footed words