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    Sing Me the Creation: Creative Writing Sourcebook
    Sing Me the Creation: Creative Writing Sourcebook
    Sing Me the Creation: Creative Writing Sourcebook
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    Sing Me the Creation: Creative Writing Sourcebook

    By Paul Matthews

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    This is an inspirational workbook of creative writing exercises for poets and teachers, and for all who wish to develop the life of the imagination. Paul Mathews gives us permission to indulge our fantasy, and then, when that life is flowing, provides the tools to craft it into poetry and song. There are over 300 exercises for improving writing skills, for self study. They are also ideally suited for group work with adults. Teachers will find these exercises popular with students.
    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherHawthorn Press
    Release dateSep 19, 2019
    ISBN9781912480203
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