Performance poet and master of sonnets Andy Bennett discusses what sonnets are and why he loves them so much. He recites some of his own written for his annual writing challenge 28 Sonnets Later in which he and three other poets take turns writing a sonnet for each day of February. He also offers tips on writing sonnets and why the sonnet isn't stuffy old-fashioned poetry but a diverse form which can unlock your creativity – just don't be scared of iambic pentameter!
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