6 Writing Tips For a Creative Fall
Creative Fall has officially arrived! As you enjoy autumn’s cool air, picturesque landscapes, and warm pumpkin spice lattes, find ways to embrace your creativity with these fall writing tips and…
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.…
Writing Tips: Love Poems
Love is in the air this month. Whether you’re celebrating sisterhood at a Galentine’s Day gathering, spending time with your significant other, or simply feeling gratitude for your loved ones,…
Writing Tips: How to Write Poems on Sensitive Content
Writing poems on sensitive topics can be a challenging but rewarding endeavor. These topics often touch on deeply personal and/or societal issues that evoke strong emotions. Whether you want to…
Writing Tips: How to Incorporate Illustrations into Your Poetry
If you follow poetry, you’re likely familiar with the modern trend of featuring illustrations with poems. This aesthetic is not only Instagram-friendly, but it can also help you build your…
Spring Writing Tips: Gardening Edition
Spring has officially sprung—which means it’s time to gather your shovels, shears, and soil! Sprinkle some seeds, water each day, and watch them grow. Just like your garden, your writing…
Writing Tips for Each Moon Phase
Since prehistoric times, the moon has played a crucial role in our lives. In ancient civilizations, the moon was viewed as a deity. Old lore tells us about its force…
Tips For Writing Supernatural-Themed Poetry
Exploring the supernatural in your poetry provides endless writing possibilities, letting you unlock rich worlds to pull creative inspiration from. So, if you’re bored by the mundane, escape the normal world…
4 Tips For Writing About Grief
Grief is a universal human experience. If you have or are currently grieving, whether you’ve said goodbye to a person, a relationship, a beloved pet, or a way of life,…
Tips for Writing Outdoors-Inspired Poetry
During summer, many enjoy spending time outside. Whether you’re a seasoned hiker or simply enjoy occasionally sitting in your backyard, the outdoors provides endless creative opportunities for your writing practice.…
How To Beat Writing Burnout: 5 Tips to Help You Feel Inspired Again
As I write this, I’ve recently finished up six creative writing graduate school applications, submitted poems to literary journals, and started delving back into short story writing. Like most writers,…
6 Tips for Writing the Modern Ode
Looking for a form to help you express some intense emotions? Consider dusting off the classic ode and giving it a modern twist! Imaginative, emotional, and dignified, the ode is…