Women on Poetry: Writing, Revising, Publishing and Teaching - Softcover

Carol Smallwood; Colleen S. Harris; Cynthia Brackett-Vincent

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0786463929 ISBN 13: 9780786463923

Publisher: McFarland & Company, 2012

Synopsis

"Skimming the table of contents I recognize many of these talented women writers. For them to share their thoughts and experiences with others is what I would expect. Women and Poetry is a true compilation of writing wisdom from today's influential women who have achieved their goal of becoming published."
--- Leon Ogroske, editor of WRITERS' Journal

 "This collection of articles is a modern day literary "tool belt" for women poets at all stages of their writing career.  Whether you are just starting out, refining your craft, or trying to find balance in your creative life, this collection will become a roadmap to literary success! "
--Connie Post, Poet Laureate Emerita of Livermore, California (2005-2009)
Winner of the 2009 Caesura Poetry Award


 "This is full of insightful tips and nuggets of inspiration from some of our country's best poets, making this anthology a must-read for women poets and prose writers alike. As a teacher and writer I found the advice and wisdom in these pages beyond valuable!"
 --Kate Hopper, author of Use Your Words: A Writing Guide for Mothers (Viva Editions, 2012)

About this title

From the Author

All the editors are Pushcart-nominees for their poetry.

From the Back Cover

"Creative Writing Pedagogy's importance is well recognized by writers and students of creative writing. This excellent and most comprehensive collection of essays, by some of the finest minds in contemporary poetry, encompasses everything a student or teacher of poetry is looking for."  
 --Supriya Bhatnagar, Director of Publications, Asssociation of Writers & Writing Programs (AWP); and then there were three... a memoir (Serving House Books, 2010)

"From writing prompts to po-biz pointers, revision strategies to teaching tips, this anthology is a treasure trove for both emerging and established poets. Candid, compassionate, savvy, and wise, the essays in Women and Poetry will help you tap into the creative community and claim your place in the rich heritage of women writers."
--Melissa Stein, author of Rough Honey (The American Poetry Review, 2010)
 
 
"This is a kaleidoscope of concise and beautifully written essays about writing and teaching poetry.  Every page offers insights--from sources of inspiration, the art of revision and the constraints of meter and rhyme to practical advice on getting published, promoting your work and starting a blog.  Poets and teachers will love it."
---Janet Husband, author of Sequels (American Library Association, 4th ed., 2009)

Edition details

• Publisher: McFarland & Company
• Publication date: 2012
• ISBN 10: 0786463929
• ISBN 13: 9780786463923
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Number of pages: 286
• Editor: Carol Smallwood, Colleen S. Harris, Cynthia Brackett-Vincent