Tina did an excellent job of both helping us generate ideas and providing feedback. The feedback by the teacher and students helped me improve my poems in surprising and interesting ways. I found it helpful to hear what was striking or moving in the poem, or what was confusing. The prompts were helpful in generating new ideas for poems as well!

I had an enriching experience. Tina had excellent suggestions, all of which I’ve incorporated. I was able to overcome a months-long dry spell, and it certainly feels great to break through my writer’s block. My fingers are flying over the keyboard and scribbling with pen in my journal.

This was the first online writing class I’ve tried and I was very pleased with how well it was organized. I looked forward to each assignment and found the prompts and information stimulating. They also helped me stretch beyond my comfort zone. Tina’s comments were always helpful and direct in positive ways that encouraged revisions for better results. She also suggested specific poets to consider for reading. I enjoyed the class and want to do another soon. Well done!