Welcome!
This will be interesting for you as it will be for me since it's not JUST about writing a good poem, but one which will give the author an opportunity to write a more cold piece so that others can help interpret. All comments will have to contain more than a few words or trite phrases and those of you who post one must accept critical reviews. Why? Because, as I expect excellence for myself, so should you.
Here is the definition of and how to write a Duette:
Duette -- a primarily self-created type usually written:
in free or blank verse, (due to the word number limitations), mildly cryptic or obscure in content that concludes with an open question or statement.
Form contains 5-7 lines with word count (frame A) or syllabic count (frame B ) in this line sequence:
first - 9 words or syllables
second - 8
third- 7-8
fourth-6-7
fifth- 3-4
(if 7 lines)
sixth- 2-3
seventh- 1-2
Please indicate which frame form you used. A (words) or B (syllables) at the bottom of your piece or in your Author's comment area so that critiques can be given upon either use.
A bit nitty, but not that hard, huh? And it is so new, that it is still going through growing pains
Adjusting to its flexibility will be a pleasant and interesting journey for me.
The content will win the final satisfaction but the nature of using the form will determine it.
You may enter in both frames if you want,(preferably one per frame) but this form can get heady, so I would suggest if you post TWICE, to give it a day or so in between for best 'fresh' effects. Your call.
The Duette's Content
This style invites the readers to complete its possible meaning by an interpretation attempting to reveal the author's random of subconscious intent. So please for best effect, when writing one, don't overwork it Give yourself credit for not overthinking for the sake of making sense. Dip into your subtleties and images.
Since this is a NEW STYLE, I will be judging
on quality while those who leave note-worthy comments will be given points as long as there's a viable interpretation and/or suggestion. Therefore, feel free to edit as needed and let me know either by IM or reply to my suggestion on the poetry page when you have made the changes.
I am in process of publishing this type, so please let me know if you ever decide to use it for your own poems. Though it is NOT a collaboration in the actual sense of the word, it is a group effort in interaction.
Since this IS a dual effort, and if you do not receive at least 3 interpretations, I would suggest you to IM any (3) members of AllPoetry. along with the link to comment with interpretation in extensive detail on your work. The less they know you, the better, so you can pick any three at random out of the "Online List". However, Do NOT SPAM!
If they do NOT respond, do not worry. It's just a way to get this form to get its return.
Copyright 2006 ©Zealberry Duette
For an example of what I want and what is required for this new form of poetry, check with mine
Not Just Another Horsetail
Feathers of me dust a silly walk
marks of frog feet and horsetail line
a more forgotten path to God
I wonder if He counts
it against me. CookieZeal/M. Dianne Berry
Rules
PLEASE:
~~ Other than romantic, no erotica
~~ No chat lingo or sTiCky cApS sTuFf
~~ Humor is fine, and so is cutty sark (edgy descriptives) but only when it is not using profanity.
~~ Please check spelling and grammar. I've a fetish for it.
Have a great time, and make us PROUD I came up with this new style/category of poetry. It could be the most EXCELLENT piece
you've written.*
Thank you
This will be interesting for you as it will be for me since it's not JUST about writing a good poem, but one which will give the author an opportunity to write a more cold piece so that others can help interpret. All comments will have to contain more than a few words or trite phrases and those of you who post one must accept critical reviews. Why? Because, as I expect excellence for myself, so should you.
Here is the definition of and how to write a Duette:
Duette -- a primarily self-created type usually written:
in free or blank verse, (due to the word number limitations), mildly cryptic or obscure in content that concludes with an open question or statement.
Form contains 5-7 lines with word count (frame A) or syllabic count (frame B ) in this line sequence:
first - 9 words or syllables
second - 8
third- 7-8
fourth-6-7
fifth- 3-4
(if 7 lines)
sixth- 2-3
seventh- 1-2
Please indicate which frame form you used. A (words) or B (syllables) at the bottom of your piece or in your Author's comment area so that critiques can be given upon either use.
A bit nitty, but not that hard, huh? And it is so new, that it is still going through growing pains
Adjusting to its flexibility will be a pleasant and interesting journey for me.The content will win the final satisfaction but the nature of using the form will determine it.
You may enter in both frames if you want,(preferably one per frame) but this form can get heady, so I would suggest if you post TWICE, to give it a day or so in between for best 'fresh' effects. Your call.
The Duette's Content
This style invites the readers to complete its possible meaning by an interpretation attempting to reveal the author's random of subconscious intent. So please for best effect, when writing one, don't overwork it Give yourself credit for not overthinking for the sake of making sense. Dip into your subtleties and images.
Since this is a NEW STYLE, I will be judging
on quality while those who leave note-worthy comments will be given points as long as there's a viable interpretation and/or suggestion. Therefore, feel free to edit as needed and let me know either by IM or reply to my suggestion on the poetry page when you have made the changes.
I am in process of publishing this type, so please let me know if you ever decide to use it for your own poems. Though it is NOT a collaboration in the actual sense of the word, it is a group effort in interaction.
Since this IS a dual effort, and if you do not receive at least 3 interpretations, I would suggest you to IM any (3) members of AllPoetry. along with the link to comment with interpretation in extensive detail on your work. The less they know you, the better, so you can pick any three at random out of the "Online List". However, Do NOT SPAM!
If they do NOT respond, do not worry. It's just a way to get this form to get its return. Copyright 2006 ©Zealberry Duette
For an example of what I want and what is required for this new form of poetry, check with mine
Not Just Another Horsetail
Feathers of me dust a silly walk
marks of frog feet and horsetail line
a more forgotten path to God
I wonder if He counts
it against me. CookieZeal/M. Dianne Berry
Rules
PLEASE:
~~ Other than romantic, no erotica
~~ No chat lingo or sTiCky cApS sTuFf
~~ Humor is fine, and so is cutty sark (edgy descriptives) but only when it is not using profanity.
~~ Please check spelling and grammar. I've a fetish for it.
Have a great time, and make us PROUD I came up with this new style/category of poetry. It could be the most EXCELLENT piece
you've written.*
Thank you
Contest is Over
- Contest was judged on September 18, 2006
- Rewards: Gold: 400
- Final notes: I’m amazed how adaptable this little form
can be as the entries confirmed it along with all the possibilities.
As well, I am never going to hold another one
without collaboration. It’s a two-way ride
for the duette, and and entry shouldn’t be just good
by itself, thus, not deciphered so as the criteria prompted.
Thank you..thank you ALLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLL!
Since they were all so awesome, ( and I mean that) the trophy
decision, with the exception of one personal ideal, had to be determined by some technical deductions. So, without further adieu, here they are:
1.) Not enough viable interpretations, so well
needed on this dual effort. I included myself in the (3)
that are needed to help.
2.) End statement/ end of poem with word(s) were too conclusive, and not obscure enough.
3.) overuse or clutter of punctuation
4.) even when the author agreed, a reader’s suggestions didn’t affect any editing/changes.
My ideals:
A.)Though not a creed of the form for MY USE, my personal conjecture is that there is something about
left align format as well as leaving no line breaks that aid in the layered ending bringing in the reader. I didn’t use that thumb rule for this contest, especially if all of the poem was according to best form.
B.) Rather than abstract words, the picture images allow the reader to take part in the duette.
Runners Up:
1- Flying Colors - myrataal --60 points
2- People In Monochrome- Madd -60 points
3- Mary O- Virtue- 60 points
Others: Butterfly” by Perhaps- was significantly more unique than some. I loved the title.
“God’s Love” by Sherry. was streamline to God’s philosophy and is always that way whenever she posts.
Posts a poem. I try to include that element in anything I love.
Others, many others were so good. Let’s try again!!!!!!!!! Want to?
God be with you and thank you again!
Entries [12]
1 - 12 of 12
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You may chose from rainbow colors to fly Love
over the sky for all to see Divinity• Commented on by judge. -
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A chance for love• Commented on by judge.
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This is complicated
simplicity,• Commented on by judge. -
Read the poem to know what the idea is. :P• Commented on by judge.
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Found [by your words.]• Commented on by judge.
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Tick Tock and forever standing by to watch you
fleeting by on minutes and hours not felt• Commented on by judge. -
Time may not be enough for…
Each spirit shattered• Commented on by judge. -
a bue-bird rain-ed from blue-bell sky• Commented on by judge.
Bronze trophy winner
Gold trophy winner
Silver trophy winner
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Comments
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I believe I understand, which leads me to two questions: 1)Is there a rhyme scheme? 2)Do you give us a phrase to start with or are you simply asking us to keep uniformity from the beggining? Let me know and I'll enter. Great concept by the way.
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Hi there. Look at the 'form' requirements. It CAN be rhymed, but due to the word form, free or blank verse are suggested
Since this is an entirely unique style, you are responsible for the entire piece as the comments will help YOU with the meanings, and if you sense an edit is needful. Therefore, cold is best. In other words, the fresher the write, the
more it can line up with the rules. If it's overworked, it
won't have the same appeal. You see?
Thank you for your comment and desire. I'm anxious to see what you have............Go for it. I am still making a few little changes to the contest page to explain that very thing fuller. -
This sounds WONDERFUL. I will try it. LOVE
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Goody, goody. I'd LOVE to see how you do it! Thank you.
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So, I think I pretty much understand. But let me clarify.... Is it supposed to be entirely mysterious and.... aloof? Or is it supposed to be just a normal poem, just in this format? Because I think I have something kind of like this format (only it was using syllables) ... poem 3 in allpoetry.com/Poem/2059268 . But it is more of a complete poem, as opposed to the ones in here.
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Hi Cookie.. This is a wonderful challenge. U have mentioned it as words so it is not syllabels right ? Will try to come up with a steaming hot
fresh from the kitchen write.. Hope u ll l ike what my museh as prepared.. A rich cold dessert 
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Question??? you said that the first line has 9 words, yet your example has 7? Did you mean syllables or words? so on and so forth ... please let me know so I can get started on this challenge! joy
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Thanks to waydown, I was able to EDIT the criteria. The lines can have EITHER numbered words OR syllabic, mine being the succinct and preferred for myself. So, you can offer either, and place the 'A'(syllable) or 'B' style (word) beneath the piece.
Throw it to me, sis!
Edited on Jul 26, 10:45 because ''. -
I followed the A frame- syllabic count. There is a ONE unit (word or syllable)option in any line after the first two.
Mine is, therefore
9-8-8-6-4------ legal. You see?
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lol too hard but cool idea
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Wow. This was incrediably hard. I bet you have fun judging these- all the entrys are so good. It was fun and hard trying to interpret them...
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I can see by the entries, that we're all growing INTO the
entity that the duette is becoming, because excellence
is GROWING ALL OVER THE PLace..lol.
tickled -
Cookie, I'm loving this new style. The constraints don't hinder in anyway creativity of individual voice and what I love most it has a way of forcing onto paper the point of ones thoughts; clean, no frivolous or unnecessary passive verbage. I believe your style is true to its meaning, a duette, and through active voice this style engages the reader, artist, right up front.
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...........I think the Lord gave it to me for sure. I give Him the credit. Not kidding. Who would've thought? I think you're right. It engages the readers and suddenly, something sharp occurs. It esteems the possibility of each one who wants this, and with the few words, brings about a drama in verse.
Thank you Mary...you're so encouraging.
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This sounds challenging. I am confused as to frame B with word count. Are you saying the first line can either be 9 syllables or nine words?
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Yes! The number indicates a choice of words OR syllables.
Either challenges the form, and either diminishes
into the conclusion of open question or statement.
Please do what seems more natural to you!
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I humbly apologize. I accidently clicked on this link when I was trying to refresh my page.
I like the new style that you are presenting here. Maybe after I read enough examples, I'll give it a try. Anyways, best of luck with your contest.
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good luck with this and I hope you get great entries.
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Oh goodness me.. I clicked by accident, because I've seen this one before.
I'm sorry Miss Cookie - I guess this is my chance to comment.
It seems a rather interesting form.
Best wishes with this,
Stacy
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Im another who clicked by accident but it is a great idea for a contest. have fun
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Good luck to all who enter in the contest I think it is a bit over my head
Great idea tho!!!
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Cookie if I try this can it be a combo of A and B like not all A and B but perhaps words and syb long it matches the count?
Or do you perfer the poem to be all in word count or syb count did I loose you? Can we do some in words and some in syb long as it comes out to the numbers of the duette per line? -
Ok I'll try this if it sucks...I'll never do it again lol
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What an interesting and challenging form, Diane. I may not enter the contest but I am going to try this new form. It looks like fun as well as requiring some thought for correctness.
Good luck in your contest, I see you already have a lot of entries
love and
Dee
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This was my entry based on words form B
Wonder why monks,mystics,saints contemplate atop himalayan summits
'what's satisfaction?',meanwhile my son fervently commits
tongue and soul, to his ice-cream licks,
elbow, hands,lips,cleaned bare sticks
playfully tossed to ground,
I watch spellbound
satisfaction found!
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Hey Cookie I just wrote another lol...and it closed time I entered it...I had submitted it and it closed. Oh well im still going to post it
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Sorry for the delay and a text mistake in the judging, ya'll.
Forgive me. ONce again, I find out...........I'M NOT POIFECT!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Lovely contest
Thank you, Dianne for a wondrous contest. I enjoyed this one very much. Congratulations to all the winners, too.
Love
Myra
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Ah! And thank you for the 60 points.
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Oh wow! now I need to read the rest of these entries! So many... and so good!
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A good learnign indeed. Thanks Cookie and congratz to all the winners and particpants here
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Congratulations to the winners. And thank you Cookie for the HM s' to you as well, This a fun one
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Wow thank you so much. I honestly wasn't expecting to place and I feel honored and humbled. Congratulations to everyone in this contest. The winners and honorable mentions and to those who simply tried the duette form out. I definitely enjoyed reading them.Kudos to Dianne for thinking of such a unique creative form for contest.
Blessings,Tom -
Thank you!!! (F)
congrats to the winners and the runner ups.
it was a great contest!
~Madd
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