Learn how to write poetry in this free online creative writing course that explains how to construct and publish verse.

Writing verse can be daunting and exciting as the art of creating poetry is difficult to learn; there are so many ‘rules’ and yet there are no rules at all. The course explains why humans have written poetry for millennia. We then show you how to read poetry because an appreciation for existing verse is key to writing your own. We know that preparation is as important to creativity as inspiration and talent so our lessons are designed to help you prepare to write.

Poetry is about details. Inspiration is key in the process of bringing your ideas to life but the artform requires a strong grasp on craft and technique. With this in mind, we go over the basics of poetry and examine its history. We explain how to rearrange words to create astonishing effect and leave a lasting impact on readers with poetic language. We also teach you how to use sound and rhythm in poetry.

This class provides the ability to create personal poetry. We show you how to compare blank or free verse to poetry with a regular metre as we explore classic poetic genres. Revising and editing can be the most difficult and daunting of the creative process as small changes can spoil your work. This class helps you to overcome that fear as we provide editing tools and tips to give you confidence. Lastly, we provide insider expert tips to help you to publish your work. Writing poetry can be a struggle but this course prepares you to share feelings, tell stories or send profound messages. People of all ages and levels of linguistic skill can love poetry so sign up to master the basics and unleash your creativity as you find your voice.