The Poetry Handbook

  • To write well

    For a little bit of writing inspiration, here is a quote from the book The Poetry Handbook by Mary Oliver. Have you read this book? I’d love to hear your thoughts in a comment below! If you’re interested, you can read an excerpt from the book here. A Poetry Handbook – Summary In case you’re…

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  • Refining your craft

    Excerpt from The Poetry Handbook by Mary Oliver This is an excerpt from the book The Poetry Handbook by Mary Oliver. Everyone knows that poets are born and not made in school. This is true also of painters, sculptors and musicians. Something that is essential can’t be taught; it can only be given, or earned,…

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