Poetry
Why Isn’t Anyone Writing Zombie Poems?
I had a strange dream last night. I was a scientist studying zombies, not in the usual "run-for-your-life" sense, but as part of a research team working to understand...
Poetry
Why Poetry Matters: Coming Back to the Page and Finding Myself Again
There was a time when my emotions were more than just a part of me—they defined me. As a child, I often felt that...
Poetry
Embracing the Unexpected Path to Writing a Cozy Mystery Novel
Sometimes, writing takes us down unexpected roads—roads we might not have planned for but somehow feel like they were meant to be explored. This...
Poetry
Pardon the Intermission: Finding Light in Darkness Through Poetry
There are moments when the words simply don’t come. You sit down with a notebook, with an outline, with the best intentions, but the...
Poetry
Lost Words, Found Poetry: Embracing the Art of Literary Collage
There are times in the writing process when the words we need seem like an overwhelming mass—like a giant tangle of yarn that refuses...
Poetry
Leaping Greenly Spirits of Trees: In Praise of Yard Art
As I sip my morning coffee and glance out the window, the neighborhood yard art catches my eye—each decoration like a small, radiant testament...
Poetry
How to Write an Ode: Embracing the Drama of Poetry
There’s a certain thrill that comes with writing an ode, but let’s be honest—there’s also a sense of absurdity. At least, that’s how it...
Poetry
Unlocking Creativity with Poetry Prompts
Every poet, at some point or another, finds themselves in the same frustrating place: staring at a blank page, pen poised in mid-air, waiting...
Poetry
Steeping in Words: A Cup of Tea-Inspired Poetry
If you’ve been following my musings for a while, it’s no secret that I have an undying love for tea. It’s more than just...
Poetry
Celebrating Poetry in the Digital Age: A Parade of Words
There was a time, not so long ago, when poetry was a treasure found in the pages of a book. You’d hold it in...