A sonnet is a specific type of poem, typically consisting of 14 lines written in iambic pentameter, with a particular rhyme scheme that ... This sonnet is a good read for those curious about ...

While we're likely all familiar with quite possibly the most famous Halloween poem for kids — yes, I'm talking about the ...

Renowned writer Nick Twinamatsiko tapped into this universality to write his first book of verse, Till The Promised Land and ...

PAM Ayres is a crowd-pleaser, in the nicest possible way. Though she had a cold, she was an ebullient, cheerful presence. I am glad she wasn’t just being interviewed on stage (the occasion marked the ...

Lyrical picture books uniquely blend poetry and storytelling, captivating young readers with rhythm, rhyme, and vivid ...

In the pantheon of Russian literature, the writer who tragically died young is sure to stand somewhere next to Pushkin, whom ...

Tyler was Harrison’s running mate. A good alliteration didn’t hurt. In more recent times, 1964’s “All the way with LBJ,” had a pretty good rhyme to it. The Johnson campaign also came up with a ...

The rising Texas rapper talks about his new album, making music to feed his kids, and what it feels like to finally make it ...

I’ve been dabbling in poetry again; try this one on for size: “I once dated a hot gal named Cloris, with a homely Siamese ...

The City of Gold’s vibrant cultural scene welcomes the return of the 28th Poetry Africa Festival, a three-day celebration of rhythm, rhyme, and raw emotion. From today until October 5 ...