If you’re looking to improve your craft, reading is just as important as writing. While reading collections of poetry can teach you a lot, it’s also important to listen to the poets themselves. Those ready to get down to the nitty-gritty may find craft books both entertaining and informative. To help you find a great place to start, we’ve put together a list of 9 essential books for poets and writers.
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bird by bird by anne lamott
One of the most famous writing guides of all time, Lamott’s bird by bird offers wry and realistic advice for writers of all ages and abilities. From writers’ block to finding your voice to the ups and downs of publishing, there’s something here for everyone.
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the practicing poet by diane lockward
if you’re ready to go beyond the basics in your poetic practice, the practicing poet is the guide for you. Divided into 10 neat sections, the book offers 30 short craft essays combined with a model poem and analysis of it. Lockward’s dissection of each poem and what makes it tick provides readers with clear instructions on how to construct their own intricate and beautiful poems.
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on writing well by william zinsser
if you are looking for good advice, clear writing and conciseness, zinsser is your man. Though the book isn’t written specifically for poets, On How to Write Well provides guidelines for improvement throughout your writing (from emails to memoirs and, yes, even his poems). it also includes pages from the original manuscript to show what has been cut, giving readers the courage to be bold and ruthless in stripping works down to bare essentials.
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zen in the art of writing by ray bradbury
Take a look behind the scenes and see the wisdom, experience, and enthusiasm that award-winning author Ray Bradbury brings to the page. Drawing on a lifetime of writing, Bradbury offers practical advice on the craft of writing, from finding original ideas to developing his voice and more.
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write poetry to save your life by maria mazziotti gillan
A combination of author Gillan’s personal story and advice for writers at all stages of development, Writing Poetry to Save Your Life is a friendly and uplifting read. Without giving away too much, we’ll tell you that Gillan calls her inner critic “the raven” and offers advice on how to silence it to make the most of the power of words to express themselves.
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a manual of poetry by mary oliver
This witty and passionate guide to understanding and writing poetry is the perfect entry point for those new to the craft, but it’s also a great refresher for seasoned poets. Using poems by Robert Frost, Elizabeth Bishop, and other greats as examples, Oliver reveals the inner workings of matter and rhyme, form and diction, sound and meaning.
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the poetry home repair manual by ted kooser
practical, tangible and succinct, ex us. uu. Poet Laureate Ted Kooser pins down the essentials of poetry in this manual, beginning with the most important piece of the puzzle: Why. what is the purpose of poetry? why do we write? From here, Kooser teaches how to begin, shape, and strengthen his poems in general.
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the poet’s companion by kim addonizio and dorianne laux
For a mix of essays, exercises, and tips, The Poet’s Companion could be your best friend. Although the book deals with questions such as doubt and publishing in the electronic age, Addonizio and Laux do not overlook the basics of writing in the process. With one topic per chapter, it’s easy to find what you’re looking for in this helpful guide.
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