Why do you think some writers choose to write poetry rather than fiction or nonfiction?

Answer 1

Poetry is condensed thought, and therefore needs more perseverance for thoughts to process. Poetry also has to obey strict rules of rhythm, rhyme and metre and has to adhere to form, and therefore it is more strenuous to create poetry. Due to these reasons authors in the past seldom chose poetry over prose. For them, writing prose was easier. Now times have changed, literary critics have softened, and people have unilaterally and liberally abandoned metrical form in poetry. So, anyone can write poetry. It is now even taken for granted that poetry does not need not only metrical form but punctuation, capitalization, etc, also. So, writing poetry has now been made easy by insolent writers who care for no rules. Accordingly, inferior authors have begun to choose poetry over prose. This does not apply to those born with genuine talent in writing poetry and follow rules of metrical form which they do not find difficult to follow.

Answer 2

Some writers choose to write poetry because it allows them to express complex emotions and ideas in a condensed and lyrical form. Poetry can offer a greater sense of immediacy and emotional resonance compared to fiction or nonfiction. Additionally, the structure and language of poetry can provide a unique way for writers to experiment with words and convey their thoughts creatively.

Answer 3

Poetry is the most difficult form of literature. Poets are the most accomplished of writers. The longer and less stylized a piece of writing the easier it is.