Gwyneth Box is owner of tantamount.com, a company specialising in on-line training. She is an award-winning poet as well as a writer, translator (Spanish/English) and creative-writing tutor.

When writing poetry, too much attention to the truth isn't always advisable.

Poets use layout and linebreaks to help readers understand their intentions of pausing and pace. This look at the first stanza of Elizabeth Alexander's inaugural poem emphasises the importance of bala...

The opportunity to read your poetry in public can be daunting. These simple guidelines will help make the occasion more enjoyable for both you and your audience.