The Art of Iteration: How to Revise Your Poetry Manuscript

When is a poetry manuscript truly “done”? This seminar explores the balance between productive revision and perfectionism, drawing insights from poets like Ocean Vuong and Victoria Chang. Learn to approach your manuscript as a cohesive body of work, clarifying its themes, voice, and style. We’ll challenge the myth of linear progression, embrace curiosity, and help you recognize when your work feels whole enough to share with the world—so that you can seek publication with confidence.