"Poetry Journal" by Kathleen Olmstead is a reflective exploration of language, emotion, and the art of writing. This collection invites readers into the intimate world of poetry as the narrator navigates personal experiences, relationships, and the beauty found in everyday moments. Each entry captures the essence of creativity, showcasing the power of words to heal, connect, and inspire. Through vivid imagery and thought-provoking themes, Olmstead encourages both budding poets and seasoned writers to embrace their voice and the transformative nature of poetry. This journal serves as both a creative outlet and a testament to the enduring spirit of artistic expression. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book has been graded for interest at 12-16 years.

There are 128 pages in this book.

It is aimed at Young Adult readers. The term Young Adult (YA) is used for books which have the following characteristics: (1) aimed at ages 12-18 years, US grades 7-12, UK school years 8-15, (2) around 50-75k words long, (3) main character is aged 12-18 years, (4) topics include self-reflection, internal conflict vs external, analyzing life and its meaning, (5) point of view is often in the first person, and (6) swearing, violence, romance and sexuality are allowed.

This book was published in 2005 by Sterling .

Kathleen Olmstead is the author of several Classic Starts books, including Anne of Avonlea and Moby Dick, as well as Jacques Cousteau: A Life Under the Sea (9781402744402) and Matthew Henson: The Quest for the North Pole (9781402744419), both in the Sterling Biographies series. Marcos Calo has worked as a concept artist for several animated movies, most notably Planet 51 and Despicable Me, while also illustrating for over 14 years.