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Becoming a nature poet in New Zealand: rewriting my poetry manuscript for the eighth time
I’m rewriting my poetry manuscript, Wild Altar. It was rejected recently. This made me think. Was there a valid reason?
I didn’t see it at first. But yes, the poetry could be better.
Wild writing
Our writing may be in danger of becoming too safe, too routine, too human. What could the forests, rivers and winds teach you about writing?
How could your writing become inspired from allowing wild, natural energy onto the page?
Wild Altar: a poetry book in progress
Discover the journey of creating 'Wild Altar,' a poetry book capturing the essence of New Zealand's landscape. Explore the challenges of writing, publishing, and the power of perseverance in the poetic process.