I’m excited to teach an evening of narrative poetry (online) with Lounge Writers on June 15 from 6-8 p.m. CST.

Students will learn how to write vivid and engaging stories through the use of dialogue, metaphor, and symbolism— foundational literary devices in narrative poetry. We’ll explore pieces by Ruth Stone, Billy Collins, Rita Dove, and Edgar Allen Poe to deepen our understanding of poetry as storytelling. We’ll also discuss traditional narrative structures like ballads, sonnets, and epics. Together, we will examine elements of narrative poetry, including character, setting, plot, and point of view. Students will participate in writing exercises to encourage experimentation with these narrative elements in their poetry.

Cost: $35/$28 for members

There are only seven slots left, so sign up now!