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“I started wanting desperately to say something, to make a point, to be heard - and I still feel that way. Free verse served me best when I embarked on poetry.” quote by Denise Duhamel
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“I started wanting desperately to say something, to make a point, to be heard - and I still feel that way. Free verse served me best when I embarked on poetry.”

Denise Duhamel

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Source Poetry collection: Free Verse Reflections, 2018

The poet feels a strong urge to be heard and makes a point, finding that free verse best captures her voice and emotions.

In simple terms: She needs to be heard; free verse lets her express that.

Key Takeaway

Use free verse to convey urgent personal truths.

Themes

expression voice poetry urgency

Mood

introspective creative

Type

artistic personal

When to use this quote

  • personal journals
  • public readings
  • workshops

Key Concepts

creative writing self-expression literary form

Questions to Reflect On

  • What message do you need to share?
  • How does form affect your voice?
A Different Perspective

Free verse may lack structure for some audiences.

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