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Title: Poemcrazy : Freeing Your Life with Words by Susan G. Wooldridge ISBN: 0-609-80098-1 Publisher: Three Rivers Press Pub. Date: 01 April, 1997 Format: Paperback Volumes: 1 List Price(USD): $13.00 |
Average Customer Rating: 4.82 (28 reviews)
Rating: 5
Summary: Admittedly Loca for Poemcrazy.......
Comment: Poemcrazy by Susan Goldsmith Wooldridge is one of those rare books which is best read slowly, over time, perhaps as you read other books so that you can take the time to try the different exercises, revisit favored passages and really take the time to listen to exactly what Wooldridge is teaching.
Is it poetry or is it life?
Is it writing or is it personal freedom and individuality?
From my experience, it is a bit of both and all of the above and more.
The book is presented in 5 major sections. I found sections 4 and 5 to be crescendo-esque, filled with a-ha moments and ideas for me to take into my poetry (and other) writing practice.
Earlier reviews concur that this title is reminiscent of Natalie Goldberg and Anne Lamott: in my estimation, these are really great indications of a solid, enjoyable, applications oriented read. I was not disappointed.
My only disappointment in regards to this book is that I have not been able to find anything else by the same author..... hopefully this will change!
Rating: 5
Summary: "Poemcrazy" has me writing more introspective,symbolic poems
Comment: The title "Poemcrazy" caught my eye at the bookstore, and it has proven to become the most valuabe book on writing I have. Susan Wooldridge enabled me to write more introspective, symbolic poems. I began playfully collecting words, and concentrating for the first time on their music, instead of limiting myself to only their meanings. Following her simple directions and creative activities I began arranging words, finally tossing aside the internal editor that often cripples many a poet. The results were so astounding, so unlike my previous poetry, that I asked myself "Who wrote this?" In fact, the product from one interview activity (Who was I in your dream?) resulted in a poem that I submitted to a literary magazine, and the editor applauded the vivid imagery and rich symbolism. She enthusiastically accepted this poem for publication.
I hope that Susan Wooldridge continues to produce books full of similar exercises that prod the unconscious of the poet. The methods she presents are embraced with as much enthusiasm by the third graders I teach, as by the adults in my writing workshop.
This book is a MUST HAVE!
Rating: 5
Summary: For artists in all media
Comment: I'm a visual artist, not a poet or fiction artist. This small book made more difference in my artistic output this winter than any other influence. I've ordered copies for my walking buddy (so we can share the excercises) and a writer friend in the cold north. Heart-full and not hokey...these chapters appeal to the 7th grade child in all of us. Before we knew what was "cool", we knew how to tap the muse.
Order extra copies for all your friends!
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Title: In the Palm of Your Hand:The Poet's Portable Workshop by Steve Kowit ISBN: 0884481492 Publisher: Tilbury House Publishers Pub. Date: June, 2003 List Price(USD): $14.95 |
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Title: The Practice of Poetry : Writing Exercises From Poets Who Teach by Robin Behn ISBN: 006273024X Publisher: HarperResource Pub. Date: 23 September, 1992 List Price(USD): $16.00 |
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Title: The Poet's Companion: A Guide to the Pleasures of Writing Poetry by Kim Addonizio, Dorianne Laux ISBN: 0393316548 Publisher: W.W. Norton & Company Pub. Date: September, 1997 List Price(USD): $14.95 |
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Title: Finding What You Didn't Lose: Expressing Your Truth and Creativity Through Poem-Making (Inner Workbook.) by John Fox ISBN: 0874778093 Publisher: J. P. Tarcher Pub. Date: September, 1995 List Price(USD): $15.95 |
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Title: A Poetry Handbook by Mary Oliver ISBN: 0156724006 Publisher: Harvest Books Pub. Date: January, 1995 List Price(USD): $13.00 |
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