Tips for Assembling Your First Chapbook of Poems 

Hey poets!

What is a chapbook? We’re glad you asked!

In this episode, Danielle explains what a chapbook is and what to keep in mind as you set out to create one.

From structuring the collection to invigorating your creative process, Danielle will dish on the intricacies and joys of ordering your manuscript, where to find good advice, and what to do if you’re feeling daunted.

The goal of this episode is to demystify the journey from concept to creation, helping you decide how you want your poems to appear in the world. 


MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE

Successful Chapbooks

Equilibrium & I Can't Talk about the Trees Without the Blood by Tiana Clark

Portraits of an Alcoholic & Calling a Wolf a Wolf by Kaveh Akbar

Chapbooks ➡ Full Lengths

boy/girl/ghost & Wound from the Mouth of a Wound by torrin a. greathouse

After & If They Come For Us by Fatimah Asghar

How to Assemble a Book of Poems ⬇


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