M.S. Evans : part five

What do you feel poetry can accomplish that other forms can’t?

Poetry gives you a chance to jump right into a moment. There’s no need to explain, or rationalize what led up to it. I’ve found this particularly helpful when writing about trauma.

M.S. Evans : part four

Has your consideration of poetry changed since you began?

I have more faith in poetry, and respect for poets. It’s hard to write something good, truthful. For the most part we’re doing this for free, but it is work.

M.S. Evans : part three

How do you know when a poem is finished?

I let it sit for a few days or weeks, sometimes longer depending on the length or intensity of the piece. If I’m just tinkering with line breaks after that, then it’s ready to be offered up. 

M.S. Evans : part two

How did you first engage with poetry?

When I was a kid I tried writing poems on an old Underwood typewriter. The click clack sound made me feel legit. I never shared any of my writing then though.

M.S. Evans : part one

M.S. Evans is a Pushcart nominated poet and visual artist residing in Butte, Montana. Her work has appeared in Black Bough Poetry, Ice Floe Press, Anti-Heroin Chic, Feral, Fevers of the Mind, and Green Ink Poetry, among others.

Twitter: @SeaNettleInk

Instagram: @seanettleart 

What are you working on?

I’m currently working on my first poetry collection, and gearing up to be a Guest Reader for Ice Floe Press.