Are you a poet seeking inspiration in the simplicity of daily life? Do you find beauty in the mundane and wish to capture it through your writing? Join us for Between These Walls: Writing the Everyday, an immersive poetry workshop that explores the poetic depths of domesticity. Under the expert guidance of Alan Parry, Editor-in-Chief of The Broken Spine, you’ll learn to transform the ordinary into the extraordinary.
The hustle and bustle of everyday life often blinds us to the beauty that surrounds us. Between These Walls aims to help you see the world through a poetic lens, uncovering stories and emotions hidden within your daily routines. Alan Parry, a celebrated poet and editor, will lead you on this transformative journey, helping you find artistic inspiration in the simplest of settings.
1. Discover Your Domestic Narratives
Uncover the poetry within your daily life. This workshop will explore the hidden stories in your home, revealing moments rich with authenticity and emotion.
2. Master Poetic Forms
Learn how different poetic structures, from sonnets to free verse, can elevate your writing. Use these forms to articulate the nuances of domestic life, enriching your storytelling toolkit.
3. Create Vivid Descriptive Writing
Learn to paint pictures with words, using vivid imagery and powerful emotion to capture the complexities of everyday experiences and bring your poetry to life.
4. Appreciate the Poetry in the Everyday
Find beauty and meaning in the mundane. Discover how even the simplest aspects of life can be illuminated through a poetic lens.
5. Foster a Writer’s Community
Benefit from a network of supportive fellow writers. This workshop offers a safe space for collaboration, constructive criticism, and mutual encouragement, helping you grow as a poet.
6. Reflect on Your Writing Journey
Through guided reflection and discussion, explore your progress and find ways to further develop your poetic voice.
7. Embrace Authentic Expression
Overcome self-doubt and learn to write with genuine energy, expressing your true voice confidently and authentically.
8. Transform Personal Experiences into Universal Themes
Adapt real-life elements to create deeper, more relatable poetry that resonates with a broader audience.
Alan Parry is a renowned poet, playwright, and editor known for his dynamic approach to writing and teaching. As the visionary Editor-in-Chief of The Broken Spine, Alan has significantly impacted the literary community, fostering a nurturing environment for poets worldwide.
With an impressive literary portfolio, Alan’s works include the poetry chapbooks Neon Ghosts (2020), Belisama (2021), Echoes (2022), and Twenty Seven (2023). His debut spoken word show, Noir, showcased his versatility at the Morecambe Fringe Festival. Alan’s forthcoming debut novella, Peeling Apples, will be published by Dark Winter Press, further establishing his reputation as a masterful poet.
Under Alan’s leadership, The Broken Spine has flourished, publishing over twenty significant works and hosting regular online Open Mic nights and book launches. Alan’s commitment to the literary community is evident in his mentorship and writer services, helping aspiring poets refine and elevate their work.
“When a submission for manuscripts comes up, definitely consider The Broken Spine, an aspirational, committed press from the North of England led by Alan Parry. Writers, you want a publishing house that listens to you, involves you in all its decisions, is picky about presentations, and promotes you long term.”
– Matthew M. C. Smith, author of The Keeper of Aeons“The Broken Spine’s attention to detail and continued support for From This Soil has been amazing. Alan Parry is a great man and everything you want in a publisher.”
– Casey Bailey, author of From This Soil“Working with Alan Parry was a dream. Never before have I experienced such professionalism and heart. When we turn our work over, we want to feel safe. Alan made me feel valued in every way, made my poems feel guarded and important, and he continues to do so to this day. I would work with him again in a heartbeat.”
– Elisabeth Horan, author of The Mask
Ready to transform your everyday experiences into compelling poetry? Join us at Between These Walls and let your poetic journey begin! Register today and discover the beauty in the ordinary.
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