How to read poetry

Poetry, a powerful kind of literature is making a comeback. We have collected the best poetry books with inspiring contents that are good for the soul.

Learning how to read poetry is like learning a new language. You need new tools and strategies than what you may already be using to read novels. Once you have the right tools, reading poetry will become easier and more fun.

Poetry 101: Poetry doesn’t have to be hard. Here’s the ultimate guide to different types of poems, with examples of each.

Are you looking for advice on how to write poetry? Here are 6 mistakes should avoid when writing poems.

Writing poems based on pictures can be a good exercise. It helps you to focus on descriptive language. It might encourage you to look up historical documents and do research. Poetry is similar to photography: both mediums try to capture a profound message in a small space.

We all want students to know how to annotate and automatically do it when they are handed a piece of literature. The trouble is, for most students annotation is something they do for the teacher, and not for themselves. They don’t take any ownership of the process and don’t see any payout at the end. ... Read more