8 Tried and True Ways to Get Over Writer’s Block
Writer’s block—those two dreaded words that can turn even the most seasoned writer’s day upside down. Whether you’re working on a novel, a blog post, or even a simple email,…
5 Summer Activities to Help With Writer’s Block
Although summer is filled with life, warmth, and inspiration, the long, scorching days likely leave you feeling physically, and therefore creatively, drained. If you find yourself experiencing writer’s block this…
33 Poetry Prompts to Thaw Writer’s Block
The holidays have come and gone, and we are left with the cold hues of the winter months. No more tinsel and glitter. No more vibrant decorations and cheerful music…
5 Tips for Handling Writer’s Block
What strikes fear in the hearts of writers in a similar way as the presence of Voldemort? Writer’s block. It hits most of us at one time or another, and…
5 Exercises to Cure Writer’s Block
You sit down to write, but slowly the blank page wraps around your brain like a straightjacket.
5 Spring Activities to Help With Writer’s Block
With only a few weeks left of winter, many of us are looking forward to warmer days and springtime blooms. Although spring is largely regarded as perhaps the most inspiring…
From Block to Brainstorm: Prompts to Activate and Inspire Your Poetry
About once a week, I do some of my pre-writing rituals—stretch, light candles, take a bubble bath, read a favorite poem for inspiration—and then when I’m relaxed and swathed in…
Poetry in prison: how Writers’ Block helps incarcerated individuals reclaim their voices
Writers’ Block is a Nebraska Writers’ Collective program that leads incarcerated individuals to self-expression through creative writing and poetry.
22 Poetry Prompts to Help You Write Your Next Great Poem
While there is so much joy associated with writing, there is one pitfall that we all fall prey to—the dreaded writer’s block. It can strike at any moment and fill…
How to Stay on Track with Your Writing Goals
To develop, expand, and ultimately hone their craft, writers often set writing goals for themselves. Whether you’re a poetry hobbyist, an aspiring poet, or an established writer publishing collections, staying…
8 Writing Tips From Published Writers
Poetry is, first and foremost, meant to be enjoyed, and not everyone who enjoys writing poetry also aims to master it. However, many poets do aspire to become better writers.…
Fun Ideas for a Summer-Themed Book Club
Book clubs are a great way to read more, connect with fellow poetry enthusiasts, and gain insight into different perspectives on poetry collections. But meetings can get monotonous, so this…