Wild Orbit: Writing Poems That Leap
Wild Orbit: Writing Poems That Leap
Some poems move in straight lines. Orbital poems refuse to. In this workshop we will craft poems that swerve, startle, and surprise—poems that trust intuition over explanation and energy over order. Through inventive prompts and close readings, we’ll practice associative leaps, bold turns, and joyful disruptions. You’ll learn to create momentum without narrative, coherence without predictability, and music fueled by risk. Come ready to experiment, play, and let your language find its own wild orbit.
In this workshop, you will:
Generate fresh, high-energy material through prompts built for surprise
Learn craft tools for momentum, leaps, and nonlinear coherence
Study dynamic model poems that embrace risk and invention
Leave with at least two rough drafts and strategies to keep them moving forward