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You don't have to be a poet to understand the power of the written word, as this site attests. Sure it's a celebration of poetry and its ability to heal and inspire, but it's also about the creative process, and you, the creator.

Here, John Fox, a poet and certified poetry therapist, introduces you to the "philosophy" of poetry medicine, a tool by which you can discover your vulnerabilities and strengths, and the way they co-exist and even thrive together. Click on his "Poetic Medicine Bag," and you'll find three great exercises to stir your poetic voice.

John also is the author of two great books for writers of all genres (even though their titles mention only poetry):

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• Finding What Your Didn't Lose: Expressing Your Truth and Creativity Through Poem-making

And while we're on the subject of poetry ... here are two other books you should take note of:

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• 2004 Poet's Market: 1,800+ Places to Publish Your Poetry
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Beth Mende Conny is the founder and president of WriteDirections.com. She has published more than four dozen books and collections, and helps individuals and businesses bring their projects to publication. She can be contacted at Beth@WriteDirections.com.