How to Write Collaborative Poems

2025
Written By The Poetry Lab
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Leonora Simonovis

is a Venezuelan American poet, editor and educator. Her debut poetry collection, Study of the Raft, won the 2021 Colorado Prize for Poetry. Her work has appeared in DMQ Review, The Hopper, About Place Journal, River Mouth Review, Verse Daily, and others. She has received support from The Poetry Foundation, VONA, Women Who Submit, and the Vermont Studio Center. Leonora is the Reviews Editor at Ecotheo Review and the Currents Editor at terrain.org.

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Hey poet!

Collaborative poems can break creative blocks wide open.

In this episode, Leo shares her experience writing with partners and groups, along with tips and playful exercises to help you try it yourself.

Whether you're stuck or just craving connection, collaboration can reignite your writing in unexpected and joyful ways. 🤗✨

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