A poem can be long, or it can be short. Some poems are novel length, for instance, while others consist of nothing more than a few lines. Poetry has been one of the most popular types of literature throughout history. While it may not be as popular today as it was centuries, poets are still going strong. In fact, some may even argue that there is a little bit of a poet in everyone. Writing poetry is often less about literary rules and recognition, however, and more about self-expression. True poets typically don’t write their poetry purely for others to enjoy, although that is an added bonus for some. Instead, a true poet will usually write to express himself and his feelings, or even to relieve pent up frustrations or stress. In short, a poet often writes more for himself, and less for others.
