Join poet d. ellis phelps for two poetry-writing workshops:   In each, attendees will explore writing samples from published works; be introduced to and discuss the use of poetic devices; write, using facilitator provided prompts and receive facilitator and peer-given feedback on the writing.

Poem Speak: Silence and Sound; How do poems speak?  How are they different from ordinary language?  It's all about caesura, rhythm, rhyme, word choice and more.  Join us for some word play! Try your hand at poem-making that pops, fizzes and sizzles!

d. ellis phelps is the author of three books of poetry, of the novel, Making Room for George, and of the blog, Formidable Woman Sanctuary where she publishes fws:  international journal of literature & art.  She is the founding editor of Moon Shadow Sanctuary Press.  She has edited more than a dozen poetry anthologies for children and adults.  Ms. Phelps has taught fine art to students of all ages for decades.  She facilitates writing craft workshops for the Patrick Heath Public Library of Boerne, Texas, and other venues.  She is currently serving as managing editor for the anthology milagros:  everyday miracles (forthcoming 2021).