O n that day when the soul dresses in white and the heart beats stronger, every word spoken takes on an eternal meaning.

"Don't count your chickens before they hatch," "The early bird catches the worm" — these and other proverbs are poems condensed across generations.

Don't worry about 'getting it' People often put pressure on themselves to crack a poem, unlock its meaning or figure out what the poet was trying to say. Don't do it, says Harryette Mullen ...

These factors can all influence the way a poem is interpreted, so the final meaning of a poem is never entirely fixed. If you are writing your response to a poem and have been asked to comment on ...

April is National Poetry Month. Poets share advice on how to make a meaningful connection with the art form. One tip? Think ...