All of the questions from VideoJug's interview series with Michael Rosen. All 83 videos are sourced from Dailymotion, and placed in the correct order as listed on the now-defunct website.
Poetry for Special Occasions
0:00 Which special occasions deserve a poem?
0:39 How can I write a good poem about someone I know?
1:16 How do I write a love poem?
2:04 How do I write a poem for a wedding?
2:46 How do I write a poem for a funeral?
Types of Poetry
3:39 What are the most common poetry forms?
4:24 Do different forms of poetry fulfill different purposes?
5:22 What is the hardest form of poetry to write, and why?
6:05 How do I choose what form to use?
6:55 What is 'free verse'?
7:33 What is a 'lyric poem'?
7:48 What is a 'ballad'?
8:07 What is a 'haiku'?
8:37 What is a 'sonnet'?
Poetry Techniques
9:08 What is 'rhyme'?
9:48 Does a poem have to rhyme?
10:42 Do different types of rhyme create different effects?
11:08 Is it cheating to use a rhyming dictionary?
11:53 How do I convey meaning in a poem?
12:53 How can I use symbolism effectively in my poem?
13:53 What's the difference between imagery and symbolism in poetry?
14:54 How can I use rhythm effectively in my poem?
15:52 How can I use diction effectively in my poem?
Poetry Publishing and Editing
17:14 How hard is it to become a published poet?
18:19 Does a professional poet need an agent?
19:00 How do you self publish poetry?
19:52 What are poetry publishers looking for?
20:35 Do I have to write every day?
21:19 How do I get my poetry published professionally?
22:23 What is an 'anthology', a 'collection' and a 'selection'?
23:00 How can I get into an anthology?
23:20 Can I make a living as a poet?
23:56 How many poems do I need to write to warrant my own book?
24:13 Do poems need to be edited?
24:45 Can I edit my poems myself?
Poetry Basics
25:13 What is poetry?
25:56 Why do people write poetry?
26:41 What are the main things that poetry does which prose doesn't?
27:48 What makes something a poem rather than a collection of lines or words?
28:20 Are there rules for writing poetry?
28:55 What makes a good poem?
29:30 What makes a bad poem?
29:52 How long should a poem be?
30:38 What's the difference between poetry and song lyrics?
Poetry for Kids
31:27 Do children really like poetry?
31:52 What's the best way to introduce kids to poetry?
32:34 What kind of poems do children like to read?
33:13 Do humans have an instinct for poetry?
34:10 What are the benefits of getting your child into poetry?
35:15 Are there any good poetry resources for children?
36:21 Who are your favourite children's poets?
37:01 Is it easier to write poems for children, or for adults?
38:01 Is poetry for children 'less technical' than poetry for adults?
Helping Your Child to Write
38:53 At what age can kids start writing poems?
39:43 What kind of poems do children like to write?
40:25 How can I encourage my child to try writing a poem?
41:08 Do children enjoy performing poetry?
41:55 What are some good themes for children to write poetry about?
42:52 Can writing poetry help children emotionally in difficult times?
43:42 Is poetry taught well in schools?
44:47 Can adults learn anything from the poems children write?
Starting Out
45:39 Does everyone harbour a hidden poet?
46:05 What poets would you recommend for beginners?
46:53 Where can I learn about 'technical' poetry?
47:30 How important is a poet's note book?
48:19 What advice do you have for wannabe poets?
49:15 What advice do you have for those who don't 'get' poetry?
50:00 Can you teach someone to be a good poet?
50:41 What do you think of fridge poetry?
51:26 Are there any tools that can help with writing poetry?
About Michael Rosen
52:18 What does a day in the life of a children's laureate involve?
53:20 What drives you to write poetry?
53:54 When did you first discover that you were a poet?
54:27 Why do you write poems for children?
55:19 What do you like most about writing poetry?
56:03 What is the hardest part of being a poet?
56:58 Where do you find inspiration?
58:04 What other poets have most inspired you?
59:28 How long does it take you to write a poem?
1:00:17 Where is the best place to write poetry?
1:01:00 How do you go from inspiration to poem?
1:02:18 Do you prefer writing or performing?
1:03:17 Do you edit your poems as you write?
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