Read Poetry Aloud

Give a poem your ordinary speaking voice first. Listen for the words that resist you. On a second reading, slow down where the thought changes. A line break may ask for a breath, a pause, or a little pressure on the next word.

Try it with a poem

Campfire Tales changes when spoken as a story. For a quieter pace, try Prairie Whispers. If you want to perform your own work, the spoken word guide offers a starting point.