Sunday, December 22, 2013

Useful Guide In Writing Poems Of Inspiration

By Eugenia Dickerson


A poem can talk about anything and everything under the sun from love or money, life, pets, school or any other topics of the poet's choice. Coming up with a good poem can be as easy as sipping a cup of brewed coffee or can be as difficult as climbing a mountain when the ideas run out. Here are some practical tips on writing poems of inspiration that any aspiring or veteran writer can consider.

Condition the mid to write and get creative by sitting still or by reading an inspiring book of poetry and take note of some lines that struck and take it from there. You may also observe nature such as lakes or forest or simply sitting on a bench at the park on a late afternoon just to get some inspiration. Then freely express your feelings and write from within your heart to let the natural flow of your creativity.

It is also advisable to read or listen to listen or read the works of your admired poets in order to train your mind. Check out the local library for printed poetry books or browse online for digital poem sites that contain a vast array of poems to read. You'll be amazed at how these ways can set you in the mood to write your own poem.

It is also noteworthy to take into consideration your expected outcome of the poem and start from there on. If you wish to convey your message about a momentous happening or a poignant scene, then by all means go ahead. Write as if you are communicating your ideas directly to your intended audience who will be reading your poem later on.

You can consider the different styles like sonnet, haiku, or limerick, or sonnet. You mayor also do your own style that you like best and ignore all the other styles out there. Just keep your heart open and let your emotions flow generously as you write the poem.

Just bear in mind to always carry writing tool so that you can always put those ideas into writing whenever you feel like it. A handy pen and notebook is always useful to put those sparks of ideas into concrete writing. Better yet, carry a digital notebook, smart phone or tablet wherever you go and use it also as your writing tool.

Make the poem more meaningful and rich by picking the right words to go with the overall mood or theme of the poem. Consult the thesaurus or dictionary in order to convey the perfect word that describes the idea you have in mind. Create the most fitting tapestry of your poem by playing with synonyms and vocabulary.

You may also use metaphor, repetition, simile, assonance, alliteration, and other poetic devices to further enhance the beauty of the poem. Be sure to use vivid imagery and understandable descriptions so that the audience can readily relate to the ideas that you try to convey to them. So get your writing tools and begin scribbling poems of inspiration today.




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