xiv lines first appeared as a site for fourteen-line poetry, but was discontinued late 2018. Fast forward to 2024 and xiv lines has come back with a fresh look. The main focus is still poetry, but xiv line’s reach is now far greater.
- Poetry is still an important element and is still posted, but there is no requirement to be fourteen lines (verses) in length. There will also be some form of analysis and critique.
- There are essays from contributors on various aspects of poetry.
- You will find reviews of articles by other poets and writers.
- Book reviews relating to poetry and drama have also been included.
Recent Articles
- “When We Two Parted”
- The Feminine Ending: Amphibrach or Hypermetrical?
- Scansion: Is it Important?
- Tradition: What Happened to Poetry?
- Precision
- “Ode to a Nightingale”
- Mrs Dalloway
- The Psychology of Style
- The Jungle Book
The blog view of articles can be found here or under All Articles in the main menu.
Due to the Review nature of xiv lines, general comments on the articles posted here are not permitted. The traditional letter to the editor is preferred. You may also submit your own poetry or become a contributor to xiv lines.
Details for submitting a letter, poem, snippet or major article can be found here.
Thanks for dropping by, and we hope you find something of interest within xiv lines.