Writing the Rooms of the Poem

A tutored writing retreat at Tŷ Newydd Writing Centre: 26th to 31st May 2024

“Here, in the room of my life the objects keep changing.” Ann Sexton

What are the specifics and devices of language that successfully furnish the room or rooms of a poem? How do we walk into and experience its space – the colours, the light from its windows, and what we might encounter in its dark recesses? As readers, what makes us want to stay?

Through a wide range of stimulating writing exercises, discussions and close reading of a wonderful selection of contemporary poems, we’ll consider these questions and more. We’ll cover tips on editing, the mechanics, lyricism and music of a poem, and how it can be crafted to reach the heart of a reader. Be you a fledgling poet, or already well on the wing, leave the week inspired, with budding new drafts and fresh ideas to make your poems fly.

Dates: 26th to 31st May 2024

Tutors: Vanessa Lampert & Vicky Morris

Guest reader: Warda Yassin 
Prices £685 to £750 | Bursary discounts available

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Admin email for course: retreat.into.poetry@gmail.com