Episode Details

In the final episode of this three-part series on noun poetry, Patricia reads a wonderful collection of listener poems, inspired by the nouns. This episode examines how carefully chosen images can evoke emotion without relying on explanation or abstract language.

With practical analysis and inspiring examples, this episode offers valuable insights for anyone looking to write stronger haiku, senryū and short-form poetry.

Whether you're a seasoned poet or just beginning your haiku journey, you'll come away with a deeper appreciation of the power of images, the importance of observation and the quiet magic that happens when nouns are allowed to do the work.

There's a little bit of homework for you this week, check the show notes.

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Poets Featured today:

Rebecca Upjohn

Andrea Cisco

Jeannie Harkema

Ralph Matthews

Vaishnavi Ramaswamy

Steve Bahr

Cynthia Anderson

Seamus O’Connor

Lorraine Padden

Kim Klugh

Susan Andrews

Melissa Dennison

Jenny Shepherd

Rupa Anand

Mark Forrester

Tony Williams

Alicia Samson 

Katie Montagna

Christine Wenk-Harrison

Jonathan English

Emil Karla

Sangita Kalarickal

Elliot Diamond

Richard Tice

Neena Singh

Bisshie