Description

Seretta Martin, MFA, San Diego Poetry Annual, managing editor, published poet. This Poetry series has been generously underwritten by anonymous donor, a.k.a. The Moon of Happiness. We welcome writers who want to learn more about poetry craft, and revision. First, we read each other’s poems and offer suggestions. As time permits, we write for 15 minutes to a prompt (optional sharing), and/or discuss the printed lesson handout which is also emailed soon after the class session.

Class Protocol:

During class, please keep your mic on mute until called on. Raise your hand when you have comments.

Be gentle and kind. First comment on what you like about the poem before pointing out edits. Focus on elements of craft (image, sound, senses, poetic devices used, and your emotional response to the poem.)

As in our live sessions, when sharing your poem, please listen quietly as poets offer feedback. Save your comments and questions about your poem until after they have all finished.

Avoid commenting on the feedback. There is no need to defend your ideas or your poem. It is understood that these poems are drafts and not yet finished poems.

Keep your feedback comments brief and try not to repeat what has already been said.
If anyone talks too much and too often, it takes time away from others who wish to contribute to the conversation.

Please do not critique the one giving feedback. We all have our own way of looking at things and are entitled to our opinions.