Below are books and articles that I recommend
as interesting and/or useful reading
The Poetry Home Repair Manual by Ted Kooser
Bison Books, ISBN 978-0-8032-5978-2
I can heartily recommend this book. It is a truely useful and practical guide
for both the beginner and the more experienced poet.
Delights & Shadows by Ted Kooser
Cooper Canyon Press, ISBN 978-1-55659-201-0
It is apparent that Ted Kooser has great mastery of the craft.
His work is so well presented being hugely accessible and offering great clarity.
A pleasure to read.
Zoology Poems by Gillian Clarke
Carcanet Press, 9781784102166
I greatly enjoyed this book and would recommend it. Very readable.