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'What is a poem for? Every time we produce an edition of Poetry Please – the longest running (and now probably only) poetry request show on any radio station anywhere in the world – we are forced to think about this question. Poems, stowed quietly in their various volumes, slim and not so slim, do not seek any role. Indeed, one of the best things about a poem may be that it is not for anything other than itself. But Poetry Please proves that this isn't the end of the story and demonstrates that not only does poetry have work to do, but that it does it remarkably well.'
Revealed: The 10 most requested poems by listeners.
Tim Dee
The Guardian, Thursday 26 September 2013
Poetry Please: the poetic pulse of a nation.
BBC Radio 4
6 Things That Blogging Can Do For You
'The other day I was asked why do you blog?
Of course I answered why not?
But it got me thinking... why do people blog?'
'Everyone has their own personal motivation, whether it's to log their list of eateries and food they've devoured, record their opinions on world events or even for therapeutic reasons. Either way, blogging can bring good things to those who practice it. Based on my experience and observations within an industry which thrives on hearing what other people have to say, I've listed six things that blogging can do for you.'
To check out Brandon's 6 tips for blogging click here:
Brandon Suyeoka.
Huff Post. Small Business.09/25/2013
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