Presents the specific skills of writing poetry, fiction, and drama in three separate sections.

Presents poems, short stories, and plays written by contemporary authors and poets analyzed from several perspectives.

Includes a chapter on figurative language, symbol, and theme.

Includes a chapter on the techniques of comedy and comedy relief.

Demonstrates specific poetic techniques and approaches.

Contains a glossary that explains literary terms in clear language and directs students to sections in the text that amplify these explanations and give examples.

Provides practical advice on submitting materials for publication, resources for writers and lists of publications.

NEW-- Includes more complete stories.

NEW-- Contains one third more poems for study.

NEW-- Presents three new, complete plays in drama, satire, and farce.

NEW-- The poetry analysis chapter has been moved to the beginning of that section.

NEW-- Chapter on "Liberating the Imagination" encourages innovation.

NEW-- Includes 61 new terms in the glossary.