I've asked several artists what advice they would give themselves as younger poets. In this talk from our summit, Write Up For 2025, Ajanae Dawkins breaks down what she wishes she had known years ago into 3 key pieces of advice for creatives to take with them on their own artistic endeavors and journeys. Listen to this talk on creativity, community, and creation. Welcome to Write Up For 2025: Talks To Ignite Your Poetry Watch here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=0J2XgCiZRPw&list=PLdlbw-VbM6bZMiO_l2dv0STiSGTT9d5t-

See Part 1: https://youtu.be/5l4u3rm-q4Q See all of our Poet Business Institute workshops here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pN8EmmfWCwk&list=PLdlbw-VbM6bajbdt5u8jB7amlwt1_a8Dq If you are interested in poems, poetry, or spoken word, you'll enjoy hearing this discussion on Tony Hoagland's "On Disproportion" from the Poet Business Institute workshop series. To better understand disproportion in poems, we begin with a study on proportion, using Horace as Hoagland used it as a model in this part 2/2. Learn more about balance, proportions, essay-poems, and common poetic structures with us! Diverses is dedicated to promoting poetry from multi-ethnic, multi-racial, and under-represented writers.

Free podcast/mp3 version: https://open.spotify.com/show/4vAdMbaunOPziRoovm0K5P See all of our Poet Business Institute workshops here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pN8EmmfWCwk&list=PLdlbw-VbM6bajbdt5u8jB7amlwt1_a8Dq If you are interested in poems, poetry, or spoken word, you'll enjoy hearing this discussion on Tony Hoagland's "On Disproportion" from the Poet Business Institute workshop series. To better understand disproportion in poems, we begin with a study on proportion, using Horace as Hoagland used it as a model in this part 1/2. Learn more about balance, proportions, essay-poems, and common poetic structures with us! #poetry #PoetBusinessInstitute #diverses Diverses is dedicated to promoting poetry from multi-ethnic, multi-racial, and under-represented writers.

If you are interested in poems, poetry, or spoken word, you'll enjoy hearing this discussion on how to edit a poem in a workshop setting.
We approach the poem the way a poetry editor may approach it on a first read, analyzing the title, the first line, the closing, the structure, the figurative language, the motivations, the speaker and characters, the stakes--all the devices you need to make a poem stand out to your reader!
As you go through the video, consider sharing with us in the comments what you noticed about the piece, what stands out to you, and what questions you have as you do your own marginalia with us!
Thanks to Cierra Jackson for allowing us to explore her work!

If you are interested in poems, poetry, or spoken word, you'll enjoy hearing this discussion on how to edit a poem in a workshop setting. We approach the poem the way a poetry editor may approach it on a first read, analyzing the title, the first line, the closing, the structure, the figurative language, the motivations, the speaker and characters, the stakes--all the devices you need to make a poem stand out to your reader! As you go through the video, consider sharing with us in the comments what you noticed about the piece, what stands out to you, and what questions you have as you do your own marginalia with us!
Thanks to Cierra Jackson for allowing us to explore her work!
See a video version: www.youtube.com/watch?v=tc-YB5fNvtc

If you are interested in poems, poetry, or spoken word, you'll enjoy hearing this discussion on how to edit a poem in a workshop setting.

See the poem/watch the discussion here: https://youtu.be/luadGJirNdA

We approach the poem the way a poetry editor may approach it on a first read, analyzing the title, the first line, the closing, the structure, the figurative language, the motivations, the speaker and characters, the stakes--all the devices you need to make a poem stand out to your reader! As you go through the video, consider sharing with us in the comments what you noticed about the piece, what stands out to you, and what questions you have as you do your own marginalia with us! #poetry #poem #diverses Thanks to Diane Callahan for allowing us to explore her work! Diverses is dedicated to promoting poetry from multi-ethnic, multi-racial, and under-represented writers.

See all of our Poet Business Institute Workshops: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pzjECTtXzQY&list=PLdlbw-VbM6bajbdt5u8jB7amlwt1_a8Dq&index=1&t=1370s Prefer audio/mp3? Check out our podcast version of videos: https://open.spotify.com/show/4vAdMbaunOPziRoovm0K5P If you are interested in poems, poetry, or spoken word, you'll enjoy hearing this discussion on how to reading poems on a microphone, whether for a feature, performance, or open mic Specifically, in this fourth part of our workshop, we'll be discussing a poem from one of our participants and strategies for how to adapt the piece for reading on a stage. #diverses #poetry #fineprint Welcome to our channel! In this video, we delve into the captivating world of poetry, exploring how asking questions while reading can unveil its hidden treasures and profound truths. Whether you're a seasoned poetry enthusiast or just beginning your journey into verse, this discussion will inspire you to approach poetry with curiosity and insight. 🔍 What You'll Discover: The importance of questioning while reading poetry. Practical tips for asking insightful questions. How questioning enhances comprehension and appreciation. Examples of question-driven analysis applied to popular poems. Strategies for incorporating questioning into your own reading practice. The broader benefits of critical thinking fostered through poetic inquiry. 🎓 Join us as we embark on a journey of discovery through the rich landscapes of poetry, where every question unlocks a new layer of meaning and understanding. Don't miss out on this opportunity to deepen your connection with literature and broaden your perspective on life. Let's embark on this poetic journey together and uncover the profound truths that lie within the lines. Share your thoughts and insights in the comments below—we'd love to hear from you! diVERSES poetry is currently based in Columbus, Ohio Diverses is dedicated to promoting poetry from multi-ethnic, multi-racial, and under-represented writers.

See all of our Poet Business Institute Workshops: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pzjECTtXzQY&list=PLdlbw-VbM6bajbdt5u8jB7amlwt1_a8Dq&index=1&t=1370s If you are interested in poems, poetry, or spoken word, you'll enjoy hearing this discussion on how to reading poems on a microphone, whether for a feature, performance, or open mic Specifically, in this first part of our workshop we'll be discussing the role of contrast when giving a poetry reading. #diverses #poetry #fineprint Welcome to our channel! In this video, we delve into the captivating world of poetry, exploring how asking questions while reading can unveil its hidden treasures and profound truths. Whether you're a seasoned poetry enthusiast or just beginning your journey into verse, this discussion will inspire you to approach poetry with curiosity and insight. 🔍 What You'll Discover: The importance of questioning while reading poetry. Practical tips for asking insightful questions. How questioning enhances comprehension and appreciation. Examples of question-driven analysis applied to popular poems. Strategies for incorporating questioning into your own reading practice. The broader benefits of critical thinking fostered through poetic inquiry. 🎓 Join us as we embark on a journey of discovery through the rich landscapes of poetry, where every question unlocks a new layer of meaning and understanding. Don't miss out on this opportunity to deepen your connection with literature and broaden your perspective on life. Let's embark on this poetic journey together and uncover the profound truths that lie within the lines. Share your thoughts and insights in the comments below—we'd love to hear from you! diVERSES poetry is currently based in Columbus, Ohio Diverses is dedicated to promoting poetry from multi-ethnic, multi-racial, and under-represented writers.