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    Poetry Matters: Writing a Poem from the Inside Out
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    Poetry Matters: Writing a Poem from the Inside Out

    By Ralph Fletcher

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    A practical guide to demystify the process of writing poetry, by the bestselling author of A Writer’s Notebook and the ALA Notable Book Fig Pudding.

    Poetry matters. At the most important moments, when everyone else is silent, poetry rises to speak.

    This book is full of practical wisdom to help young writers craft beautiful poetry that shines, sings, and soars. It features writing tips and tricks, interviews with published poets for children, and plenty of examples of poetry by published writers—and even young people themselves.

    Perfect for classrooms, this lighthearted, appealing manual is a celebration of poetry that is a joy to read. Young poets and aspiring poets of all ages will enjoy these tips on how to simplify the process of writing poetry and find their own unique voice.

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherHarperCollins
    Release dateJun 22, 2010
    ISBN9780062014924
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    Poetry Matters: Writing a Poem from the Inside Out
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    Ralph Fletcher

    Ralph Fletcher is the author of many well-received books for children, including the novels Fig Pudding and Flying Solo, and the picture books Twilight Comes Twice, Grandpa Never Lies, and Circus Surprise. He lives with his family in New Hampshire. Visit him online at ralphfletcher.com.

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    • 5/5
      very good book to help people starting off to write decent poetry that is deeply rooted in the person