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Forrest Gander Reads Ada Limón

The New Yorker: Poetry

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The Power of Line Breaks in Free Verse Poetry

This chapter delves into the importance of line breaks in free verse poetry, highlighting how breaks serve as musical cues and guide readers through the text. It explores the impact of strong breaks in creating surprise, deeper emotions, and conveying meaning and emotion through sounds, contributing to the resonance of the verses.

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