The idea for this book came about as a result of Agodon and
Silano sharing writing prompts over a period of time. Recognizing the value of
this practice to each of their own creative efforts they decided to produce a
volume of prompts that will guide a writer through 365 days of spark that
can ignite many new poems in the process.
I don’t know if it was planned this way but the timing of
the release of The Daily Poet is perfect. In advance of the holidays this book
is an ideal gift for the writers in your life. In addition, it is excellent
fuel for anyone who might be looking for a realistic approach to a new year’s
resolution to write more. With this book you can commit to daily writing and
never worry as you sit down – “How am I going to start?”
Each prompt is a trigger to something inside, something
waiting to be told. I’ve reviewed the
contents of this book and tried several of the prompts myself. Any writer regardless of level of experience can find value in these exercises. While there are so many wonderful ideas among them, a few of my
favorite prompts area:
- January 12 – Letter To An Artist
- July 27 – Grateful Dead
- October 13 – Who’s Afraid of Any Author?
- December 8 – Letter to An Abstract Noun
- May 25 – Taboo You
- January 22 – Couplet Lost
Of course you’ll have to get your own copy of this prompt
packed book to see for yourself the details of these fabulous exercises and no doubt you will have your own favorites.
I see this as an investment in writing exercises for many
years over as you can use the same prompt at different times and find it will
take you different places. It's my recommendation that you add it to your own library and enjoy the journey.
The Daily Poet
Authors: Kelli Russell Agodon & Martha Silano
Published by: Two Sylvias Press
Available in paperback and ebook
The Daily Poet
Authors: Kelli Russell Agodon & Martha Silano
Published by: Two Sylvias Press
Available in paperback and ebook
