Poetry has always appealed to people who appreciate the genre—Robbie Cheadle

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Juan Re Crivello: Do you think poetry is back in fashion?

Robbie Cheadle: I don’t think poetry ever goes out of fashion for people who appreciate the genre. Poetry has always appealed to selected people and not necessarily to the masses. I believe that remains unchanged.

J. R. C.: Is your poetry created daily, or do you wait to be inspired to write it?

Robbie Cheadle: I participate in a lot of poetry prompts and challenges and I also like to write for themed anthologies. I find it helpful to focus on a photograph or suggestion when I write poetry. I do also sometimes write poetry based on a thought or something I see on the street or experience in life.

J. R. C.: What is your next publishing project? Could you tell us how it came about?

Robbie Cheadle: I have four poetry projects in various stages of completion. One project is a collection of seasonal poems entitled A Seasonal Journal in 52 weeks. The poems are all about South Africa, its weather, flora, and fauna. Another project is a collection of poems, including several written by my son, Michael, This and That. The poems are all about daily experiences in life. The third project is about my childhood growing up in South Africa and the fourth is called Doors and Other Extraordinary Things.

J. R. C.: What city do you live in, and can you describe your favorite bar or café?

Robbie Cheadle: I live in Johannesburg, South Africa. I enjoy a monthly watercolour painting class at a local restaurant. I often have lunch there after the class with my art friends.

Bush Co-dependency (shadorma) by Robbie Cheadle

warthog spies

abandoned burrow

safe and warm

residence

aardvark digs, warthog borrows

co-dependency

Author Biography

South African author, photographer, and artist, Robbie Cheadle, has written and illustrated seventeen children’s books and written and illustrated four poetry books. Her work has also appeared in poetry and short story anthologies. Robbie also has two novels, and a collection of short stories published under the name of Roberta Eaton Cheadle and has horror, paranormal, and fantasy short stories featured in several anthologies under this name.

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30 respuestas a “Poetry has always appealed to people who appreciate the genre—Robbie Cheadle”

  1. Avatar de Cindy Georgakas

    Robbie is such an inspiration with her hand in every pie and creates delicious works of art no matter the genre or prompt!
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    1. Avatar de robbiesinspiration

      Thank you, Cindy 🙏

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      1. Avatar de Cindy Georgakas

        You’re welcome!! I think my original comment got cut 😦
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      2. Avatar de robbiesinspiration

        🌝

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  2. Avatar de robbiesinspiration

    Thank you for sharing this post 🙏🦋🩵

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  3. Avatar de Priscilla Bettis

    I remember enjoying the rhythm and (silly) rhymes of Dr. Seuss when I was a small child. I guess I’m one of those people who are naturally drawn to poetry. Burning Butterflies is waiting for me on my Kindle!

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    1. Avatar de robbiesinspiration

      Thank you, Priscilla. I hope you enjoy this book. I have always liked most forms of literature and creativity 🌸

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  4. […] Poetry has always appealed to people who appreciate the genre—Robbie Cheadle […]

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  5. Avatar de beetleypete

    Very nice to see Robbie feathured here. I have shared the post on Twitter.

    Best wishes, Pete.

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    1. Avatar de robbiesinspiration

      Thanks, Pete, and for the share 🌷

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  6. Avatar de Author Jan Sikes

    I agree that poetry never goes out of fashion. It will always stand alone amidst all the trends and for that reason, it never gets old. A wonderful interview!

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    1. Avatar de robbiesinspiration

      I’m glad you agree about poetry’s role in literature, Jan. Thank you.

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  7. Avatar de D. Wallace Peach

    I’m not surprised that Robbie has multiple projects in the works! She’s amazing. A wonderful interview and chance to get a peek into Robbie’s thoughts about poetry and her sources of inspiration. Congrats to Robbie on her new book. I enjoyed it!

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    1. Avatar de Meelosmom

      Thank you! We’re delighted to feature her!

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    2. Avatar de Meelosmom

      Thank you!

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    3. Avatar de robbiesinspiration

      Hi Diana, thank you for your unwavering support and encouragement.

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  8. Avatar de John W. Howell

    A terrific interview. Thanks for having Robbie here today.

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  9. Avatar de Priti

    Great work ✌️best wishes to her book 👏well shared

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    1. Avatar de Meelosmom

      I agree! I hope her book does well, too!

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      1. Avatar de Priti

        Yes absolutely 💯 .https://a.co/d/00zxYzVO. This is my book. It did well still

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  10. Avatar de Liz Gauffreau

    It’s good to catch up with Robbie’s upcoming poetry projects!

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    1. Avatar de Meelosmom

      I agree, Liz!

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  11. Avatar de D.L. Finn, Author
    D.L. Finn, Author

    I enjoyed the interview and happy to learn of Robbie’s upcoming projects.

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  12. Avatar de Annette Rochelle Aben

    I agree that poetry appeals to those who appreciate the genre… lucky for those who write and those who read it… there is always a market for BOTH! Looking forward to your upcoming projects, Robbie!

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    1. Avatar de robbiesinspiration

      Thank you, Annette. Poetry is food for certain peoples souls. I think that type of person gains a lot of pleasure from reading and writing poetry.

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  13. Avatar de Prior...

    Poets are special people and Robbie’s poems are inspiring – this was a great post and best wishes with the new book, Robbie

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  14. Avatar de Dawn Pisturino

    Such a lovely interview, Robbie!

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  15. Avatar de Teri Polen

    I’m also not surprised Robbie is working on multiple projects. I still suspect cloning, lol. Wonderful interview!

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    1. Avatar de Meelosmom

      I agree with the cloning! 😍

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    2. Avatar de robbiesinspiration

      Oh you are funny, Teri 🌻

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