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Author
Publisher
Write Bloody Publishing
Pub. Date
[2013]
Language
English
Description
Sharp, sly and pop culture-soaked, The importance of being Ernest helps trace Cline's evolutin from writing crowd-pleasing comedic stories into something far more interesting: deft, hilarious and cunning social commentary masquerading as a spoken word, where Cline mined the American psyche and pop culture landscape with challenging, riotous and damning results.
Publisher
Sourcebooks MediaFusion
Pub. Date
Not Supplied
Language
English
Description
Presents over forty poems of slam, hip-hop, Taos, Nuyorican, performance art, and other contemporary styles, featuring such authors as Sherman Alexie, Edward Hirsch, Viggo Mortensen, and Patricia Smith. Also includes performances on audio CD.
Author
Series
Publisher
Sourcebooks MediaFusion
Pub. Date
c2009
Language
English
Description
Provides a definition of slam poetry, discusses the history and tradition of the art, and offers advice on how to become an effective slam poetry performer, covering the rules of competition, poetry writing, how to conquer stage fright, rehearsal, and performance techniques.
Author
Publisher
Candlewick Press
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
"In her publishing debut, internationally acclaimed performance poet Sophia Thakur takes you on an intimate journey through love, loss, sacrifice, and self-discovery. In four parts -- titled Grow, Wait, Break, and Grow Again -- she shares her raw self and gives voice to experiences that connect people, inspiring readers to explore the tendencies of the heart" -- Provided by publisher.
Author
Publisher
Sourcebooks MediaFusion
Pub. Date
c2009
Language
English
Description
How can I run my own slam? For groups large and small, from single events to recurring programs, Stage a Poetry Slam explains the easy way to make your slams a success. Stage a Poetry Slam is a comprehensive guide for both budding and seasoned Slammasters people in charge of organizing and promoting poetry slams and spoken word events. Marc Kelly Smith, grand founder of the Slam movement and host of the original Uptown Poetry Slam, the one that...
Author
Series
Publisher
Scholastic Inc
Pub. Date
[2017]
Language
English
Description
Gabby loves expressing herself--especially in the dance studio--but lately, poetry is becoming her art form of choice, and for good reason: Gabby struggles with stuttering, and spoken word poetry helps her speech flow more freely. still, compared to how confident she feels on the dance floor, speaking up can be scary. When the city threatens to close her beloved community arts center, Gabby is determined to find a way to help. Can she harness the...
Author
Publisher
Make Me A World
Pub. Date
2024.
Language
English
Description
"Samira is determined to have a perfect summer filled with fun parties, exploring DC, and growing as a poet--until a scandalous rumor has her grounded and unable to leave her house. When Samira turns to a poetry forum for solace, she catches the eye of an older, charismatic poet named Horus. For the first time, Samira feels wanted. But soon she's keeping a bigger secret than ever before--one that that could prove her reputation and jeopardize her...
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