The concept of ‘flow’ is important for spoken-word poetry. Here I discuss 3 aspects of flow and how you can invite it into your writing practice.
SLAMCRAFT: Tell the truth
This post explores the relationship of spoken-word poetry to truth-telling, and how we can be authentic and purposeful with our words.
Live poetry and spoken-word
A list of regular events, festivals and competitions in Australia.
A turning point for spoken-word poetry in schools
For the first time in NSW, ‘performance poetry’ is now part of the English syllabus. Two poets have been listed… Read more A turning point for spoken-word poetry in schools
SLAMCRAFT: Memorization
How do I memorize my poems? Here are a few tips.
Celebrating Storyfest: a 3-day festival of spoken-word
You have to celebrate the victories, right? Well, I spent a couple of months earlier this year sending out various… Read more Celebrating Storyfest: a 3-day festival of spoken-word
The Image
The image which is ‘contained by a form’ in any kind of artwork makes sense of the creative process.
Getting organised
I’ve come across a lost of interesting commentary recently about how much of their ‘workday’ a writer actually spends on… Read more Getting organised
SLAMCRAFT: Take in the view
Where is slam poetry positioned in relation to other literary forms and movements? Spoken-word deserves a legitimate place alongside other contemporary movements, if not merely for its popularity, then for its fascinating combination of the ancient with the avant-garde.
Reviving ‘Rapunzel’ for women of our time
How I rewrote the classic fairytale for women of today
