Most writers have delved into writing poetry. This usually began in their youth and teens. When writing stories came along, most writers set poetry aside or kept the poetic urge, and subsequent poems, to themselves. After all, stories were far more fun to write.
Yet, it is the poetic whisper, the cadence and rhythms of the words in sentences, and the focus on brevity that can create a singularly profound image in the mind of the beholder—the reader of fiction.
Adding or establishing some wonder, a bit of awe, or a surprising quirkiness to stories can be done as simply as reading poetry. Doing so allows the subconscious to absorb phrasing, rhythms, and instant-imagery providing future opportunities to create surprises for you, and your readers.
This month is National Poetry Month. Visit your local library and pick out a book of poems. Read and listen with a keen inner ear and you may be pleasantly surprised at the result in your next story.
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