How To Make A Good Poem Great

Ever feel like your poem is "good," but it hasn't quite reached its full potential? In this diVERSES livestream, we dive deep into the professional editing techniques that transform a decent draft into a powerful, resonant work of art. Whether you're a slam poet or writing for the page, these tips will help you sharpen your voice and refine your craft.New to Fine Print? Every Wednesday at 11AM New York, we take a close look at a single poem to learn more about the craft of poetryWe're looking at "bold stare" BY MARCO YANhttps://theadroitjournal.org/issue-twentyone-marco-yan-the-adroit-journal 00:00 - Introduction: "Good to Great" 01:12 - Common Mistakes in "Good" Poems02:45 - The Power of Specificity and Concrete Imagery04:30 - Refining Rhythm and Sound (The "Ear Test")06:15 - Cutting the "Fluff": Word Economy12:30 - Conclusion See an example, where Fine Print used a poem to explore meter: https://youtube.com/live/dIWYrgDqZVs#diverses #fineprint #poetry See an example, where Fine Print used a poem to explore meter: https://youtube.com/live/dIWYrgDqZVs