Poetry

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Writers Write Poetry

Online poetry resource with chat, message boards, links to poetry resources, poetry literature and poetry books.

Online Poetry Publishers

Lists email contacts for poetry publishers and indicates whether they are willing to receive manuscripts submitted electronically.

BellaOnline: Poetry

Articles, links and discussion on writing poetry with a detailed poetic glossary.

Instant Muse Poetry Generator

This free writing prompt utility generates a first line of poetry at random, from which you can build a complete poem.

Canadian Poetry Association Resource Center

Supporting poetry, maintains the Literary Listserv, Participoet Listserv, contests, anthologies, Poetry CDs, and National Chapters.

Romanceopedia

Essay offers beginner tips for crafting romantic poetry.

The Poetry Resource

A comprehensive resource for poets and lovers of poetry with poems by the webmaster, Patrick Martin.

Poetic Muses

Online help for all writers, with emphasis on poets.

For Poets and Readers of Poetry

Articles on poetry for those who love to read or write poetry, but who feel intimidated by the technical aspects of the genre.

Poetry Super Highway

Resource for online poets and writers featuring categorized links to poetry/writing related websites as well as two new featured poets online each week. All past poets archived online. A poetry chat room. Contests. Poetry Classifieds, and a bookstore.

WorkingPoet

An online newsletter which encourages poets to: do the writing, send it out and be an active part of the poetry community.

National Poetry Month

Glossary of poetry terms, biographies of notable poets, poetry for the seasons, poetry awards.

Sundance Creativity Guide for Poets

Dedicated to new and aspiring poets. This site will help find publishers, contests and workshops on the web, and points to the best Usenet groups, books and magazines for poets.

Poetry Express

An interactive site featuring activities and advice for making, sharing, revising, and editing poems. Highlights include e-muse, a poetry generator, and 15 poems you can write now.

The Poets' Place

An active community center for poets, poetry discussion and poetic forms. Created by Susan Katz.

Poetry Power

Tips for poetry writing and publishing. Free software for poets.

Poets Online

A site of poetry inspiration with a biweekly writing prompt, model poem, and the opportunity to submit your response for possible posting in the extensive poetry archives.

Hangtide Poetry Resources

Directory of online resources for poetry writers and publishers.

Taverner's Koans

A poetry resource for poets of all experience levels, including writing exercises, essay on poetics, profiles on underrated poets, a free critique workshop, and a poetry zine.

Digging Deeper into the Poetic Toolbox

Focuses on the craft of poetry: line breaks, stanza breaks, voice, persona, diction, syntax, and revision. Course and workshop by poet Scott Wiggerman.

Drowning Man

Directory of literary publications, from small presses up to the most famous with an emphasis on poetry links. Most pages contain submission guidelines and some contain additional links.

Ariadne's Poetry Web

The craft of poetry creation (particularly through leverage and adaptation of classical forms and techniques) and how to find poetry publisher. Free exercises and tutorials.

Moontown Cafe

Features contests, forums, ratings and resources.

Writing Poetry

Article about how to rhyme your thoughts and feelings as poems.

Publishing Poets

A place where published poets can meet and discuss topics that affect their writing life: online vs. print publication, zine reviews, publication pointers, copyright, good/bad publication experiences, and paying markets.

Poetry Magazine

International digest of world poetry. Features contest listings and discussions for poetry writers.

The Scroll

A community of authors of poetry and prose, dedicated to the freedom of art in the pursuit of passion, brilliance, and insanity.

Poem Works

Poems, workshops, books and school programs of author Barbara Helfgott Hyett.

'A Poetry Free-for-all'

Wide range of open forums and poetry reading and submission for commentary and discussion.

Publishing Your Poetry

Covers the basics of submitting your poetry for publication, also has writing tips, exercises, poetry and books by poet Linda Sienkiewicz.

SoYouWanna Publish your Poetry

The process of publishing your poems, from finding the appropriate venue to signing the appropriate releases.

Poetry Doctor

Providing poetry lessons, advice, editing, performances, books and writing services. David B. Axelrod, director.

Pathetic Poetry Society

Forums, contests and other resources for poets in this online community.

Lectures by Eli Siegel

Aesthetic realism lectures by Eli Siegel, American poet and critic. Includes 'Poetry and Women', 'Educational Method Is Poetic', 'Poetry and Keenness' and 'Poetry and History'.

Aha Poetry

Tips for writing and posting various forms of poetry.

The Poet Sanctuary Poetry Forum

An online poetry forum where you can post poetry and receive reviews. Poetry contest and reads.

Toolkit for Poets

Links to useful sites for aspiring poets.

Writing Poetry

A free, online poetry resource providing the famous poems by the world's most popular poets.

Poettext.com

Featuring writers workshop, news and articles, discussion forums, events, competitions, interviews, and reviews.

Poetic Voices

Informational and educational site providing details of contests and awards, instructional articles, workshops, and publication opportunities.

Poetry Talk

A forum for exchange. Read poems, post some poems. Tips and information for when your well runs dry.

The Poetry Kit

Listings includes publishers, competitions, courses, funding, events and magazine listings. Offers a critique mailing list.

Rhymster.com

Poetry writing contest, international free online poetry community for creative and romantic personalities from all over the English speaking world. Forum for writers.

AlienFlower

Essays, music, storytelling, editing, exercises, poetry, visual art, discussion.

Poetry.com

Poetry submission, contests, publishing, personalized poetry products, poetic techniques

The Poem of Quotes

Resource for poetry and quotations with information on literature and help on writing.

Poem in Making

Includes poetic tips for beginners and a collection of poems and links.

Simple Living Tips: Poetry Writing

Simple lessons on writing poetry with advice and living tips on fitness, home decoration, clothing, and more.

Resources for Poets

Online lectures, articles and interviews on the craft of writing poetry, as well as articles about reading poetry and audio recordings of well-known poets reading their work.

PoetsRite

A website for writers, poets and poetry discussions that includes work by well-known poets.

North American Center For Interdisciplinary Poetics

A web-based forum for free exchange on matters pertaining to interdisciplinary creativity. Housed at York University, Toronto.

Sue's Poems My Life in Their Hands

Sues poems, true life medical poetry. My life in their hands poetry booklet.

The Actors Checklist: Poet

A survey of the performing and lyrical roots and aspects of poetry. Also, a listing of literary agents focusing on publishing poets, supporting non-profit associations to turn to.

Poetscraft.com

Resources including downloadable teaching handouts, forums, writing classes and workshops. Links to resources and NYQ poets.

Eye Editors' Exchange

Essays and articles on the craft and business of poetry. Calls for submissions and contest entries.