OF SHORT-FORM POEMS (an American Sentence)
by Marie Elena
Short poems fast track readers, but they’re a poet’s measured expression.
© Marie Elena Good 2026
Written for Robert Lee Brewer’s April Poem-a-Day challenge. Today’s prompt is to write an express poem.
Allen Ginsberg created the poetic form he called the American Sentence. It is a complete sentence of 17 syllables.
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I love this, Marie!
Thank you so much!
I tried to get on the April challenge, but could not. If you have any way to help me, please let me know.
Hi Sheryl, here’s the link to the Writer’s Digest challenge:
https://www.writersdigest.com/write-better-poetry/poetry-prompts/april-pad-challenge
Thank you for your help, dear Nolcha.
Sheryl, note this regarding Poetic Asides PAD:
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You’re welcome, Marie! I was just working on day 2 of the April PAD challenge when I saw Sheryl’s comment.
I’m glad to hear you are doing the PAD this year! That’s encouraging, and I’m happy for you!!