Poetry Dances

Poetry is like a dance.
When you first learn a dance step, it can feel awkward and strange.
But once you learn the steps, you’re dancing with a natural ease.

Classic Forms

Ballad Ode Rondeau Rondel Sestina Sonnet Terza Rima Villanelle

Syllabic & Structured

5-7-5 Cinquain Etheree Haiku Naani Nonet Septolet Senryu Tanka Tetractys

Pattern & Repetition

Cascade Kyrielle Minute Monotetra Octelle Pantoum Pleiades Rictameter Triolet

Wordplay & Fun

Clerihew Limerick Mobius Nonsense Palindrome Tyburn

Modern & Free

Abecedarian Acrostic ABC ABAB Blank Verse Free Form Free Verse Monostich

Global & Cultural

Choka Ghazal Luc Bat Renga Sapphic

Special Projects

Teacup Dictionary