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Wednesday, 21 December 2011

Anybody Can Write a Love Poem! Here is How

By Amanda Gravis


Love poems speak to anybody who ever wanted to be loved. Poetry can be written in classic forms, such as sonnets, or in free form. The most important thing is to converse that you are in love with him or her. Surf online for other love poems to get your brain thinking. Reading poems can help you to write your own. Read the love poetry of Shakespeare or Emily Dickinson for inspiration.

Think of the love of your life as you go. Write all of the things that make this person special to you. If you don't have somebody particular in mind, think of what you would want in that special loved one.

Write down a list of events, details or jokes you have had together. Or if you don't have your loved one for now, make them up. Circle the things you want to use in your poem. Start writing, allowing yourself to alter the poem as you go. If you rhyme, it may help to use a rhyming dictionary. Write your first draft and then let it sit for some time and go back to master it later. Read the poem back to yourself. Is it about things that you would like to hear from somebody else? Ask a good pal or relative to read your poem and watch their reaction. Do they sigh after reading your love poem? You can have someone else read it for you, unless you don't feel comfortable sharing a private poem with anyone other than the person who you wrote this for. Improve your poem by cutting out any cliche and changing overly syrupy lines. If a word or line is bothering you, try deleting it and see if it sounds better. Read over your sonnet few times. The first draft often needs some changes.

Great way to develop your writing skill is by visiting poetry clubs in your neighborhood. Check libraries for flyers or advertising of meetings. People who visit these meetings are often familiar with writing and may be able to propose some ideas. There you can also buy a copy of a poet's book containing love poetry you heard at a reading.

If you are still uncertain of how you to come up with love poems, you can always refer to the passionate poems written by well-known poets. This way, you can get moved to write your very own poem. Whatever it is, keep your poem frank and truthful. Even if you are not creative in poetry, words of honesty always touch a person's heart.




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