Another article designed to support your prose and poetry polishing in May.

Four souls seen in colors.

PoetryPlease has some big things on the go - don't miss out!

To round off Poetry Month's interview series, ^lovetodeviate spoke with ~paradoxicalshaman, who is one of her favourite writers.

In this interview, ~paradoxicalshaman talks about his writing process, the influence of nature on his poetry, revision, Creative Writing programs, and other interests.

The first step in learning how to revise is learning how to be a critical friend to someone else. The ultimate goal for revision is to make you a critical reader of your own writing. This month, with focused, research-based activities and friendly advice, we're going to try to teach you how to take on both these roles--and show you how acquiring these skills can help make you a better reader and writer in the future.

What happens when the cliche happy ending isn't happy after all? When reality seeps into the fairy tales people idolise and escape to? You decide with May's ProsePrompt.

In our second month, we at simplyprose have had another pleasing response to our set of prompts. You can see all the April submissions, and get started with May's prompts, right here.

Don't miss Chat Room Event of the Year! PoetryPlease brings you and all of your poetry lovin' friends our first ever chat week full of fun for every writing level and poetic interest.

Sues--what does and does not make them? A guide for beginning writers (and advanced ones that might want to brush up on their skills).

This week, I interviewed ~Esin, a poet who has wowed us with three Daily Deviations and a gallery filled with delicate imagery. But Esin is not just a poet. There are many facets to this talented woman, and she tells us about her other experiences and how they translate into art in this news article.

During "Polish Your Poetry and Prose" month in May, we're going to focus on answering one simple question: how can we help you learn to revise effectively?

Ladies and Gentlemen, it's time to polish that poetry and prose! Want to make your writing shine? Check inside to see how to start.

This time, ^lovetodeviate interviews *Laurence55, a haijin who writes like a dream.

He talks about Japanese poetic concepts and introduces us to new, exciting things in the world of poetry. Not a writer to be missed! Read on to find out more about him and his work.

Is that a poem in your pocket, or...?

So many people complain that poetry is overlooked on dA, and it very well may be, but today's your chance to take a step to change that. Are you in?

PoetryPlease has tons of new stuff to share today!

As part of Poetry Writing Month, ^lovetodeviate interviews rising poet, *TheObviousChild, who has not only been published, but has also won awards for her poetry this year.

*TheObviousChild/Claire Askew talks about her work and the magazine she edits, and offers advice on how to improve your poetry and get it published.

Find out more about what makes 17 April especially special for poets. Helo the dA Lit community celebrate Poem in Your Pocket Day!

As *simplyprose's first month draws to a close, we are pleased to report that we received 11 responses in total. Additionally, April's prompts are up, and *simplyprose is looking forward to receiving prompt responses.

Do you know any new writers who deserve recognition and support? Are you a new writer looking to figure out our community? Well then, step inside!

PoetryPlease is looking for new staff! There are a wide variety of positions available as we are looking to rejuvinate every area of the club. Are you a chat fanatic, we have a spot for you. Love to critique? There's something for you too. Think you're a creative genius? We're saving you a seat. Read the article for all the position details.