I’m thrilled to announce the release of “Poetry Treasures,” a collection of poetry from the poet/author guests of Robbie Cheadle on the “Treasuring Poetry” blog series on Writing to be Read in 2020.
Never in my wildest dreams did I think I would find myself in the company of my favorite poets. If you’re not familiar with the blogging collaboration of Kaye Lynn Booth and Robbie Cheadle and more, at Writing to be Read, you will want to check out the opportunities for poets and writers.
Currently, the book is in kindle form. The print version will be available soon.
Colleen M. Chesebro is a Michigan Poet who loves crafting syllabic poetry, flash fiction, and creative fiction and nonfiction. Colleen sponsors a weekly syllabic poetry challenge, called #TankaTuesday, on wordcraftpoetry.com where participants learn how to write traditional and current forms of syllabic poetry. A published author, Colleen is also an editor of “Word Weaving, a Word Craft Journal of Syllabic Verse, also found on wordcraftpoetry.com. Colleen’s mission is to bring the craft of writing syllabic poetry to anyone who thinks they can’t be a poet.
Recently, she created the Double Ennead, a 99-syllable poetry form for the Carrot Ranch literary community at carrotranch.com. Colleen’s poetry has appeared in various anthologies and journals including “Hedgerow-a journal of small poems,” and “Poetry Treasures1 & 2” a collection of poetry from the poet/author guests of Robbie Cheadle on the “Treasuring Poetry” blog series on “Writing to be Read."
Colleen published “Word Craft: Prose & Poetry, The Art of Crafting Syllabic Poetry,” which illustrates how to write various syllabic poetry forms used in her Tanka Tuesday challenges; and a collection of poetry, flash fiction, and short stories called, “Fairies, Myths & Magic: A Summer Celebration,” dedicated to the Summer Solstice. She contributed a short story called “The Changeling,” in the “Ghostly Rites Anthology 2020,” published by Plaisted Publishing House.
Find Colleen at Word Craft: Prose & Poetry at wordcraftpoetry.com.
Congrats on your inclusion in the book, Colleen. You might be surprised, but I’m not. Not at all. Your poetry is beautiful. The book sounds wonderful with so many of my favorite poets. Congrats!!
Congratulations Colleen…. I have scheduled a new book promotion for the Cafe next Tuesday 4th May.. I have everything I need and will send a link on the day… something to celebrate…♥♥
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Colleen M. Chesebro—Prose Metrist
Crafting Syllabic Poetry is my Ikigari 💜
One day, I stumbled across the Japanese word Ikigari. After some research, I discovered iki means life. In Japanese, Gai means worth or value. When these words combine, they form the definition of ikigari, which is life’s worth. It’s often translated or interpreted as a reason for getting up in the morning. So, yes, writing syllabic poetry is my ikigari.
I also believe writing syllabic poetry strengthens our writing skills. When we create poetry, we gain command of language; cultivate a healthy vocabulary, master literary devices such as metaphor, simile, alliteration, hyperbole, and allegory. We learn to work in imagery. We connect with our ikigari.
When I’m not writing poetry or crafting short stories, you’ll find me digging in my garden, or playing with my two unicorn cats, Chloe & Sophie. I live in East Lansing, Michigan with my husband—my soul mate. Most days you can find me writing poetry on wordcraftpoetry.com. 💜
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I’m thrilled to be part of this Poetry Anthology. Many thanks to Kaye Lynn Booth and Robbie Cheadle for all their hard work. <3
Best to all for this accomplishment! 📖📙📚
Thanks so much, Jules. There’s wonderful things coming… <3
Congratulations!
Thanks, Merril. It was a fun collaboration. <3
You’re welcome! 😀
Congratulations! I will count every single syllable. Lol I am sure i will learn a lot about the different metrics too. Thank you! Michael
It’s just wonderful to part of such a great group of poets. Thanks so much, Michael. <3
Congratulations, Colleen, and to Robbie, Kaye Lynn and all the authors!
Thank you, Olga. I am delighted to have poems included in this anthology with so many talented poets.
Thanks, Olga. I was thrilled as well! ❤️
Thanks again, Olga. It’s a lovely collection. ❤️
A lovely post, Colleen. Thank you for sharing about our new book. Sharing to Twitter and FB.
Thanks, Robbie. I was excited to share! ❤️
Congratulations on your inclusion in the anthology, Colleen! Very exciting!!
I was thrilled! It’s a lovely collection. ❤️
🙂
All the best with it.
Thanks, Craig. It was a fun collaboration. <3
Congrats for being part of Sis <3
Thanks, Sis. 🥰
I added to my TBR list. Looks like a fantastic group of poets 🙂
Thanks so much, Denise. ❤️
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An amazing book
Thanks for sharing our news, Sis. ❤️
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While I was in there… I updated this page at my place to include your info 😀
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You’re amazing, Jules! Thank you so much! ❤️
I found out I made a boo boo…
the correct link is here:
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Thanks, Jules. You are a good friend. <3
Congrats on your inclusion in the book, Colleen. You might be surprised, but I’m not. Not at all. Your poetry is beautiful. The book sounds wonderful with so many of my favorite poets. Congrats!!
Diana, thank you so much! I’m just thrilled to pieces! LOL! It was a fun interview, as well. <3
Congratulations Colleen…. I have scheduled a new book promotion for the Cafe next Tuesday 4th May.. I have everything I need and will send a link on the day… something to celebrate…♥♥
Thanks so much, Sally. I know we all appreciate you! ❤️❤️❤️
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Congratulations to all!
Congrtaualtions! A great lineup of poets here!
Many thanks, Darlene. It was a fun and creative endeavor that Robbie undertook. <3