Eat Poetry

The smell of ink is intoxicating to me – others may have wine, but I have poetry. ~Abbe Yeux-verdi

I just received my copy of Writing the Life Poetic, An Invitation to Read & Write Poetry yesterday.

It is a beautiful book written by poet Sage Cohen and illustrated by Gregoire Vion. I think the subtitle really captures what the book is about. Sage is inviting all writers to experience poetry and play with words and language.

In 258 pages and 80 short chapters Sage encompasses craft, form, voice, revision, shape, motivation, getting your work out, poetry contests, mixed media, blogging as a poet, poetry and writing groups, readings, and much more.The book includes many poetic and creative writing prompts/lessons,  examples of poetry from familiar to new-to-me poets and stories of Sage’s journey as a poet. But most of all it contains inspiration. Each chapter seamlessly leads to the next. With  a warm, inviting conversational tone this writing reference book is one I will pick up again and again when I’m feeling the “why do I want to write poetry feeling?”  On the back cover of the book Sage invites all readers to “join the conversation” at her book blog.

I want to gift this book to all of my creative writing friends whether they consider themselves poets or not.

Lovingly,

The Poetry Nag

Tags: poet, poetry, Sage Cohen