How does Poet Laureate Arthur Sze write a compelling form of poem, a litany? In this episode of Fine Print, we analyze the poem "Here" by Arthur Sze to explore how contrast and grammar can transform your poetry.By looking closely at contrast involving sentence structures, concrete vs. abstract nouns, and verb choices, you'll discover actionable techniques to break predictable rhythms, surprise your reader, and elevate your creative writing.Ever feel like your poem is "good," but it hasn't quite reached its full potential? In diVERSES Fine Print, we dive deep into the professional editing techniques that transform a decent draft into a powerful, resonant work of art. Whether you're a slam poet or writing for the page, these tips will help you sharpen your voice and refine your craft.Get the first 2 modules of our poetry business workbook, The Semester, for FREE: www.diversespoetry.com/instituteGet a free podcast/mp3/audio version: https://open.spotify.com/show/4vAdMbaunOPziRoovm0K5P?si=pGDmsZ_1T9qjWzTR7KQeYgSee our last Fine Print episode where we looked at a piece by Nobel Prize winner Anne Carson: https://youtu.be/inpp7zB3O1kIn this video, we cover: 00:00 – Introduction: The Poetic Form of the Litany 00:44 – Reading "Here" by Arthur Sze 01:55 – The Power of Contrast in Poetry 02:32 – Complete Sentences vs. Sentence Fragments/Phrases 03:32 – Specific Nouns vs. Impersonal Pronouns05:08 – Mixing Simple and Compound Sentences 06:50 – Varying Sentence Length for Rhythm08:26 – Balancing Concrete Images with Abstract Ideas 09:12 – Strategic Use of Plural Lists 10:30 – Active vs. Stative Verbs 12:02 – Applying Contrast to Your Own WritingSubscribe to diVERSES for more in-depth poetry breakdowns, writing exercises, and craft analysis.