Learn the secrets to writing free verse poetry. This simple tips will help you start writing like a pro.

1. How to Write Free Verse Poetry
written by: Phillip A Ellis
Free verse poetry is one of the easiest poems to write. It is free from
normal poetry, based on the dos and don'ts. It does not require any set of
pattern or rhyme to write. There are no limits to line lengths in free poems.
Free verse poetry is certainly one of the most
enjoyable poems to write. Since no rules apply in
writing, a poet makes the rules for individual
poems. An ideal free verse poem should have
rhythm with a regular or irregular beat. The words
should be carefully chosen into complete verses.
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2. A poet chooses when and how to end a line. The message of the poem
determines the length of words in a line as well as the length of the poem.
The subject has to rhyme with natural poetic voice. Such voice is loaded
with lyrics, accents, metrics and pauses just like in classical poetry. A poet
can use a pattern of sounds and repetition.
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3. The title of free verse poem can be anything and everything. It can
describe an object, person, and feeling or merely tell a story. Titles can be
of different moods, funny, sad, sorrowful or educational. The poet is free
to choose an appealing title for his poem and write everything about it.
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4. The poetry language should be
one that shows and tell about a
situation. Figurative language
use is the secret to free verse
poetry. Such language leaves a
stronger impression to a reader.
The language should express
everything about the subject of
the poem.
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5. Free verse poetry uses lyrical phrases to convey messages, emotions and
capture pictures. Once armed with a title and language, a poet can write
down all he has about the subject. A poet can chose to put related words
together in a line or separate them to create a visual image. The poem can
be an artistically laid out words in a sentence, page or pages.
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6. One should go through the writings
to check if anything is missing. If the
poem needs a line or a stanza, the
poet should at it. Missing
metaphors, phrases or similes can
also be added. One should ensure
that the selected words give an
appealing accent to the poem. The
lines and words should flow in a
rhythmic manner. Reading it loud
ensures satisfaction of the message
and the shape of the poem.
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7. A poet is free to break the poem
into stanzas. Two or more lines can
make up a stanza. Breaks can be at
new thoughts or at mid-sentences
in order to attract more attention
from the reader. Punctuations can
be used to put emphasis on a few
words. However, punctuations are
not mandatory. Use of colorful and
flowery words assists in conveying Free verse poems are written
more and deeper messages to the naturally with the use of
reader.
personification. Though it
involves many decisions for the
poet, it is among one of the most
enjoyable poetry to write. One
just sits back, relax and let the
lines flow.
Phillip A. Ellis

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