Web Directory

» 'A Poetry Free-for-all'
   Wide range of open forums and poetry reading and submission for commentary and discussion.
   http://www.everypoet.com/pffa.htm

» Aha Poetry
   Tips for writing and posting various forms of poetry.
   http://www.ahapoetry.com/

» AlienFlower
   Essays, music, storytelling, editing, exercises, poetry, visual art, discussion.
   http://www.sonic.net/web/

» Ariadne's Poetry Web
   The craft of poetry creation (particularly through leverage and adaptation of classical forms and techniques) and how to find poetry publisher. Free exercises and tutorials.
   http://www.baymoon.com/~ariadne

» BellaOnline: Poetry
   Articles, links and discussion on writing poetry with a detailed poetic glossary.
   http://www.bellaonline.org/site.asp?name=Poetry

» Digging Deeper into the Poetic Toolbox
   Focuses on the craft of poetry: line breaks, stanza breaks, voice, persona, diction, syntax, and revision. Course and workshop by poet Scott Wiggerman.
   http://class.universalclass.com/i/crn/4765.htm

» Drowning Man
   Directory of literary publications, from small presses up to the most famous with an emphasis on poetry links. Most pages contain submission guidelines and some contain additional links.
   http://www.drowningman.net/

» Eye Editors' Exchange
   Essays and articles on the craft and business of poetry. Calls for submissions and contest entries.
   http://omegainform.projectforum.com/eye/Home

» For Poets and Readers of Poetry
   Articles on poetry for those who love to read or write poetry, but who feel intimidated by the technical aspects of the genre.
   http://www.tinablue.homestead.com/index.html

» Hangtide Poetry Resources
   Directory of online resources for poetry writers and publishers.
   http://www.hangtide.com/poetryresources

» Old Poetry
   Learn from the poetic wisdom of the ages. Articles and discussion about aged poetry.
   http://oldpoetry.com

» Online Poetry Publishers
   Lists email contacts for poetry publishers and indicates whether they are willing to receive manuscripts submitted electronically.
   http://newark.rutgers.edu/~lcrew/pbonline.html

» Pathetic Poetry Society
   Forums, contests and other resources for poets in this online community.
   http://www.pathetic.org/

» Poem Works
   Poems, workshops, books and school programs of author Barbara Helfgott Hyett.
   http://www.poemworks.com

» Poem in Making
   Includes poetic tips for beginners and a collection of poems and links.
   http://www.poeminmaking.com

» Poem of Quotes
   Short story and poetry discussion. Also includes writing inspiration by quotes and other means.
   http://www.poemofquotes.com/forum/

» Poetry Doctor
   Providing poetry lessons, advice, editing, performances, books and writing services. David B. Axelrod, director.
   http://poetrydoctor.org

» Poetry Express
   An interactive site featuring activities and advice for making, sharing, revising, and editing poems. Highlights include e-muse, a poetry generator.
   http://www.poetryexpress.org/

» Poetry Magazine
   International digest of world poetry. Features contest listings and discussions for poetry writers.
   http://www.poetrymagazine.com/

» Poetry Magic
   Guide to the writing, theory and appreciation of poetry.
   http://www.poetrymagic.co.uk/

» Poetry Super Highway
   Resource for online poets and writers featuring categorized links to poetry/writing related websites as well as two new featured poets online each week. All past poets archived online. A poetry chat room. Contests. Poetry Classifieds, and a bookstore.
   http://poetrysuperhighway.com/

» Poetry Talk
   A forum for exchange. Read poems, post some poems. Tips and information for when your well runs dry.
   http://forums.delphiforums.com/poeticjustice

» Poetry.com
   Poetry submission, contests, publishing, personalized poetry products, poetic techniques
   http://poetry.com/

» Poets Online
   A site of poetry inspiration with a biweekly writing prompt, model poem, and the opportunity to submit your response for possible posting in the poetry archives.
   http://poetsonline.org/

» Poetscraft.com
   Resources including downloadable teaching handouts, forums, writing classes and workshops. Links to resources and NYQ poets.
   http://www.poetscraft.com

» Resources for Poets
   Online lectures, articles and interviews on the craft of writing poetry, as well as articles about reading poetry and audio recordings of well-known poets reading their work.
   http://resources4poets.homestead.com

» Rhymster.com
   Poetry writing contest, international free online poetry community for creative and romantic personalities from all over the English speaking world. Forum for writers.
   http://www.rhymster.com/

» Romanceopedia
   Essay offers beginner tips for crafting romantic poetry.
   http://www.romanceopedia.com/R-LovePoetry.html

» SoYouWanna: Publish your Poetry
   The process of publishing your poems, from finding the appropriate venue to signing the appropriate releases.
   http://www.soyouwanna.com/site/syws/publishpoem/publishpoem.html

» Sundance Creativity
   Dedicated to new and aspiring poets. This site will help find publishers, contests and workshops on the web, and points to the best groups, books and magazines for poets.
   http://members.tripod.com/~sundance_market/creativity.html

» The Actors Checklist: Poet
   A survey of the performing and lyrical roots and aspects of poetry. Also, a listing of literary agents focusing on publishing poets, supporting non-profit associations to turn to.
   http://www.actorschecklist.com/resources/poet.html

» The Poem of Quotes
   Resource for poetry and quotations with information on literature and help on writing.
   http://www.poemofquotes.com

» The Poet Sanctuary Poetry Forum
   An online poetry forum where you can post poetry and receive reviews. Poetry contest and reads.
   http://www.thepoetsanctuary.net/

» The Poetry Kit
   Listings includes publishers, competitions, courses, funding, events and magazine listings. Offers a critique mailing list.
   http://www.poetrykit.org

» The Poetry Market E-zine
   Monthly email newsletter with market information for poets.
   http://www.thepoetrymarket.com

» The Poetry Resource
   A resource for poets and lovers of poetry with poems by the webmaster, Patrick Martin.
   http://www.pmpoetry.com

» The Poetry Resource Page
   Information for poets: creative writing programs, book and magazine publishers, contests, awards, fellowships, conferences, workshops, writers' centers and reference books.
   http://www.poetryresourcepage.com

» The Poets' Place
   An active community center for poets, poetry discussion and poetic forms. Created by Susan Katz.
   http://poetsplacegroup.multiply.com/

» The Scroll
   A community of authors of poetry and prose, dedicated to the freedom of art in the pursuit of passion, brilliance, and insanity.
   http://www.scroll.org

» Toolkit for Poets
   Links to useful sites for aspiring poets.
   http://thewordshop.tripod.com/links.html

» Writers Write Poetry
   Online poetry resource with chat, message boards, links to poetry resources, poetry literature and poetry books.
   http://www.writerswrite.com/poetry/

» Writing Poetry
   A free, online poetry resource providing the famous poems by the world's most popular poets.
   http://www.poetry-online.org/

» WritingFix - Home of Interactive Writing Prompts
   Free online and interactive exercises for poets.
   http://writingfix.com/poetry_prompts.htm