Musicality in Poetry

Today at Writing Forward, writing goddess Melissa Donovan answers my desperate plea for help in understanding meter in poetry. This post addresses many of the things I've been trying to wrap my head around since getting serious about poetry.

Normally I am not a big fan of 'how to write' books and sites, not because I don't see plenty of room for improvement in my own writing but because I believe the best way to make those improvements is simply to read literature and write, write, write. But I love Melissa's site. Her posts are clear, concise and practical. I find myself sitting up a little straighter in the chair every time I read one.

I owe you big time, Melissa. Thank you so much.

Comments

[Stephanie]

THANK you, Greer! Very very helpful indeed. I know I studied all this stuff, and I know where to look it up. But this says everything I wanted to know.

[Greer]

Isn't it great? Poke around the archives over there when you have time. Loads of valuable information very clearly presented.

[Melissa Donovan]

Wow, I've been called a lot of things in my lifetime but goddess is definitely a new one. Thank you so much *blushing* for the link love -- I mean Google Juice. Ah, whatever, you have me tongue tied. Much appreciation *blowing kisses*

[Greer]

Hi Melissa, I am still so touched that you went to such great lengths to help me out- I'm very grateful.