by Ellen Buikema

There are times when a piece of writing moves us at a deep level.

This writing, poetic prose, is a combination of sound, rhythm, and sense imagery that pierces the heart.

Rhythm

Composing poetic prose isn’t only about imagery and word usage.… Read the post

By Margie Lawson

The rhyming vowel sounds of assonance aren’t always quirky-smirky. But I wanted to grab your attention. It must have worked. You’re here!

Assonance:

Rhyming vowel sounds are as cool as a school of dolphins.

As smart as a cart full of bestselling authors.… Read the post