"Skimming the table of contents I recognize many of these talented women writers. For them to share their thoughts and experiences with others is what I would expect. Women and Poetry is a true compilation of writing wisdom from today's influential women who have achieved their goal of becoming published." --- Leon Ogroske, editor of WRITERS' Journal  "This collection of articles is a modern day literary "tool belt" for women poets at all stages of their writing career.  Whether you are just starting out, refining your craft, or trying to find balance in your creative life, this collection will become a roadmap to literary success! " --Connie Post, Poet Laureate Emerita of Livermore, California (2005-2009) Winner of the 2009 Caesura Poetry Award   " This is full of insightful tips and nuggets of inspiration from some of our country's best poets, making this anthology a must-read for women poets and prose writers alike. As a teacher and writer I found the advice and wisdom in these pages beyond valuable!"  --Kate Hopper, author of Use Your Words: A Writing Guide for Mothers (Viva Editions, 2012) All the editors are Pushcart-nominees for their poetry. "Women and Poetry: Tips on Writing, Teaching and Publishing by Successful Women Poets is a delicious array of topics guaranteed to stimulate your muse whether you are an emerging or established professional. The contributing authors offer invaluable insight into the gamut of writing issues." ---Dr. Barbara Harbach, co-editor, Women in the Arts: Eccentric Essays in Music, Art, and Literature, (Columbia Scholars Press, 2010) "Women and Poetry: Tips on Writing, Teaching and Publishing by Successful Women Poets presents a cornucopia of advice and commentary on the poetic process for both the beginning and skilled poet. Melding creativity and practicality, the volume harmonizes the multiple voices of a broad spectrum of women poets. " -- Dr. Robert P. Holley, Wayne State University, Detroit, Michigan, contributor, Writing and Publishing: the Librarian's Handbook (ALA Editions), 2010), author of over one hundred publications. "Creative Writing Pedagogy's importance is well recognized by writers and students of creative writing. This excellent and most comprehensive collection of essays, by some of the finest minds in contemporary poetry, encompasses everything a student or teacher of poetry is looking for." --Supriya Bhatnagar, Director of Publications, Asssociation of Writers & Writing Programs (AWP); and then there were three... a memoir (Serving House Books, 2010) "From writing prompts to po-biz pointers, revision strategies to teaching tips, this anthology is a treasure trove for both emerging and established poets. Candid, compassionate, savvy, and wise, the essays in Women and Poetry will help you tap into the creative community and claim your place in the rich heritage of women writers." --Melissa Stein, author of Rough Honey (The American Poetry Review, 2010) "This is a kaleidoscope of concise and beautifully written essays about writing and teaching poetry. Every page offers insights--from sources of inspiration, the art of revision and the constraints of meter and rhyme to practical advice on getting published, promoting your work and starting a blog. Poets and teachers will love it." ---Janet Husband, author of Sequels (American Library Association, 4th ed., 2009) A Michigan resident, Carol Smallwood has practiced in school, public and special libraries. Her primary interest is practical librarianship, and she is the author of journal articles and editor of numerous books. Colleen S. Harris serves as a librarian on the faculty of California State University Channel Islands. A three-time Pushcart Prize nominee for her fiction and poetry, she is the author of three poetry collections and lives in Camarillo, California. Cynthia Brackett-Vincent holds a BFA in Creative Writing from the University of Maine at Farmington. A Pushcart Prize nominee, she has published over 100 poems in journals such as Avocet, Ibbetson Street, Orange Room Review, Pirene's Fountain and Yankee. Since 1995, she has been publisher/editor of the Aurorean poetry journal. Used Book in Good Condition