Prose Poetry
Write Lyrical Narratives
Next Session: July 9–20, 2025
Wield the power of narrative and lyricism
Dive into the world of prose poetry with inspiring prompts, thought-provoking readings, and personalized feedback. In this 10-day course, you’ll wield the power of narrative and lyricism while refining your voice and deepening your craft.
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Hi, I'm rachel Thompson
I am a literary magazine editor (with Room), a published author, and the host of the Write, Publish, and Shine Podcast.
I am here to help you write and publish your most luminous work.
Prose Poetry Course
WHAT’S IN THE COURSE?
The Prose Poetry course provides:
- Unique, Not-Prosaic Prompts: Dive into a blend of prose and poetry with creative prompts designed to unlock your imagination, explore your emotions, and experiment with narrative and lyrical beauty.
- Craft Techniques: Learn how to use poetic devices like metaphor, repetition, and vivid imagery to create prose poems that resonate with depth and meaning.
- Feedback from a Book-Published Poet and Editor: Receive insightful feedback on each piece you write, guiding you in refining your prose poems and sharpening your voice.
Begin each session by grounding yourself with mindful centering practices to access your writerly awareness.
Feedback & Support
1) Course message board
I am available throughout the week in our course community—a private, secure group space (using Slack) where you can ask questions and get answers, plus interact with other writers. (Don’t worry if you haven’t used it before. I will help you navigate any technology that is new to you.)
2) Editorial Review of Your Submission
During the course, I read your submission and give you 1:1 editorial feedback, with concrete revision suggestions, and ideas to develop your poems further.
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Here are Some Frequently Asked Questions About the Course…
What is prose poetry?
Good question!
A prose poem is a form of writing that blends the narrative style of prose with the lyricism and compressed beauty of poetry. It does not follow the traditional structure of poetry, such as line breaks or stanzas, but instead presents its ideas in paragraph form. Despite this, prose poems maintain poetic qualities, such as vivid imagery, emotional depth, rhythm, and attention to language. They often focus on moments of intense feeling or observation and may not follow a linear narrative.
What poetry experience do I need for this course?
This course is designed for writers who are eager to explore the prose poem genre. ABSOLUTELY no experience with poetry is required and, in fact, no prior writing experience is required. You should come ready to push your writing further and embrace feedback on your work. Whether you’re new to the genre or looking to deepen your practice, this course will guide you in crafting prose poetry.
Will you provide feedback on my writing?
Yes! I give feedback on five works of prose poetry that you create in the course. I also answer questions about each assignment, your writing, and poetry, in our private community channel.
How big is the course cohort?
To provide a more personalized and supportive experience, I cap the course at 12 participants. This group size allows me to offer individualized attention, and poets benefit from detailed feedback on their writing.
Together, we create a space where you can comfortably engage and grow as a writer. I do this in particular for my fellow introverts, to ensure that every voice is heard and valued.
Since spaces are limited, secure your spot soon if you’d like to join my intimate and tailored course experience.
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