Poet's Guide: How to Publish and Perform Your Work (Story Line Press Writer's Guides) (Paperback)

~ Michael Bugeja (Author) "THE WORD "WORKSHOP" is most often associated with creative writing programs at universities, but the term is much more comprehensive than that..." (more)
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Editorial Reviews

Amazon.com Review

Bugeja is the former poetry columnist for Writer's Digest , as well as a poet in his own right, and he's assembled an invaluable package of information for the bard who knows verse can't be taught -- it can't -- but wants the goods on organizing and publicizing readings, compiling chapbooks, submitting to magazines, negotiating with editors, etc. It may not be art, but it's vital, because, as Bugeja notes in his preface, "... I stopped believing good work speaks for itself... (it) speaks for itself in front of the right editor." Here's how to find her.

From Library Journal

Bugeja, poetry columnist for Writer's Digest, provides a practical guidebook on how to get poetry written, published, and performed. Seven thoughtful chapters discuss fundamentals of assembling, publishing, and promoting chapbooks and books; poetry readings and "slams"; types of contests and workshops; researching poetry markets and submitting poems; dealing with editors; and case studies in revising poems. Also included are insightful commentary from "prestigious creative writers" (David Citino, Ruth Daigon, Jonathan Holden, Laurel Speer), numerous examples of poems with critiques, and a glossary of literary and publishing terms. Each chapter concludes with recommended assignments at beginning, intermediate, and advanced levels and incorporates correspondence and other material from Bugeja's files. Successor to the late Judson Jerome at Writer's Digest, Bugeja offers user-friendly advice that strikes a balance between hard work and delight. For creative writing teachers and poets with a serious commitment to becoming published.?Frank Allen, Northampton Community Coll., Tannersville, Pa.
Copyright 1995 Reed Business Information, Inc.

Product Details

• Paperback: 170 pages
• Publisher: Story Line Press (September 1995)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1885266006
• ISBN-13: 978-1885266002
• Product Dimensions: 8.5 x 5.5 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8.6 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #1,320,258 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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20 of 21 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Very well done from a published book poet!, August 3, 2000

By	Bernadette A. Moyer (Lutherville, MD USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Wish I would have had this book before my poetry book,"BARE BREASTED HEART" was published! There is alot of really great information here not only on the art of writing poetry but how and where to look for publication.

However, what I enjoyed most was the information on performing! Many new writers just do not fully understand how important it is to get out and show/perform your work. I used to say, "I write so I do not have to speak!" in retrospect I have never had to speak out or read from my books as I have since they have become published.

Further to sell ones books, author events, book signings and the sharing of one's written word is vital. Not to long ago I was asked to speak at a "MEET THE AUTHORS" event. I read several poems from the above mentioned title, this made the difference from a few sales to a few hundred sales! I only wish I had the insight and the knowledge this title brings prior to learning on my own and learning as you go.

I strongly recommend this book for the poet who not only seeks publication but also truly wants to share their written works with an audience!

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars a must for aspiring poets, August 12, 2001

By	irmita "irmita" (usa) - See all my reviews

There's no question about it: creating a poem is not a simple task. It requires patience and dedication in order to develop poetry that everyone would love to read. That is why this book is an essential item for anyone who wants to significantly improve their creative writing skills. Whether your dream is to be published or you simply desire to improve your writing talent, this book becomes a necessity. Not only does this resource take away some of the fear of sending out a poem to a magazine, but it answers your most frequently asked questions on what makes a poem work.

13 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars lots of important info all in one book, April 21, 1999

By	[e-mail] - See all my reviews

I have no idea where I would have gotten all the information supplied by this book. I don't think I would have ever even heard of a poetry slam or a poetry workshop. The book covers various aspects of publishing and performing. I don't think one can get that information anywhere else. Other books tell you how to how to perform or how to publish. This one tells you how to perform, publish and even edit one's poetry. A how-to on what to do after the poem is written. It is EVEN written for various experiences of poets. That is really amazing. Bugeja provides a project for each level at the end of each chapter to have you put the new information into practice.