Why I Write Poetry Helen Cadbury Here is poetry that we

Here is poetry that we can identify with

Symphonic in structure and epic in scale

Sheri Young

this multi-layered narrative probes the mind and heart of an American lexicographer

a tenth-century Chinese poet

Why I Write Poetry Helen Cadbury Here is poetry that weWhat motivates poets in the 21st century? How do they find their voice? What themes and subject matters inspire them? How do they cope with set backs and deal with success? What keeps them writing? Why I Write Poetry is a dazzling display of honesty, intelligence and wit from twenty four contemporary poets, and includes practical writing exercises and prompts alongside in depth thematic explorations and approaches to the art of poetry. Each essay