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SNAPPER!

A gargantuan it was
Rising from the swamp
Voraciously devouring
everything that it saw
The horrid terrifying
dinosaur-like beast
ate every creature
strung from the stump
of the cypress tree
It turned to me
with jaws a snappin'
this forty pound behemoth
reeking of feces
and its last kidnapping
it looked at me with
beady red eyes
and I thought to myself
is it my time to die?
When to my surprize
a shot in the dark
my brother in a boat
moved up beside me
that grand old snapper
had gotten away
and I would live
to tell, another day!

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Thank you Ruby Lord for all of your kind instructions!
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The below is a computer-generated response from Neo, Neopoet's computer artificial intelligence:

The poem "SNAPPER!" effectively uses vivid imagery and suspense to engage the reader. The use of words such as "gargantuan," "voraciously," "horrid," and "terrifying" helps to paint a clear and dramatic picture of the scene. The narrative style also adds a sense of immediacy and tension, which keeps the reader engaged.

However, there are a few areas where the poem could be improved. Firstly, the rhythm and meter of the poem are inconsistent, which can disrupt the flow of the piece. For example, some lines are significantly longer than others, and the stresses do not always fall in a predictable pattern. This could be addressed by revising the poem with a specific meter in mind.

Secondly, the poem could benefit from more varied and sophisticated language. While the descriptive words used are effective, they are fairly common and do not add much depth or originality to the poem. Experimenting with less common words and phrases could help to make the poem more unique and engaging.

Lastly, the transition from the confrontation with the snapper to the arrival of the brother is somewhat abrupt. This could be smoothed out by adding more detail or foreshadowing earlier in the poem. This would also help to build suspense and make the resolution more satisfying.

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Koki

That really made me feel good! Although I'm sorry that it sounded so dark.

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A great poem with elements of suspense and terror, like watching a horror film unfold. I enjoyed your poem.
Perhaps developing the words to describe the Snapper as AI has said, so it pops for the reader, and using punctuation would add tension to your work, and aid the reader. I hope this helps. Overall a very good poem. Ruby :) xx

Give and grow - let's raise our verses together. I'm happy to comment on your work and appreciate a comment on mine.

You blew right by me. I will have to really think now
which really isn't my passion. I am a feeler by nature.

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Successively until our languages become one!

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If I have given you the wrong messages I apologise, it was not my intention. I merely wanted to share with you how to improve your poetry skills. I am happy to help you if I can. Ruby :) xx

Give and grow - let's raise our verses together. I'm happy to comment on your work and appreciate a comment on mine.

I simply meant to say that I have alot to learn
and your understanding allowed me to write
in a way that I never knew I could, very
spontaneous and fun.

The power of our language can and will change the world.
Successively until our languages become one!

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Thank you. I've got another method that may help, I'll message you. Ruby :) xx

Give and grow - let's raise our verses together. I'm happy to comment on your work and appreciate a comment on mine.

the title for this poem is fantastic, from my point of view! It serves to entice the reader and promises action. it does not disappoint, either. From head to tail/tale, this is a whopper! I much enjoyed the energy and surprise ending. you spin an excellent yarn!

*hugs, Cat
*very well done! eddy styx

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I am so happy that it was acceptable. Everyone here is so good. Thanks!

The power of our language can and will change the world.
Successively until our languages become one!

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I am so happy that it was acceptable. Everyone here is so good. Thanks!

The power of our language can and will change the world.
Successively until our languages become one!

author comment

I am so happy that it was acceptable. Everyone here is so good. Thanks!

The power of our language can and will change the world.
Successively until our languages become one!

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Wow...did some form of this really happen? I can picture all kinds of creatures in swamps - alligators, crocodiles, snakes. Well written. Really comes to life!
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However, I have seen one of these creatures. 1 day my coujen showed up with 1 in the back of his truck. It was huge and kind of out of time. Somewhere from the past and you know I can actually see someone getting in an altercation with 1.

The power of our language can and will change the world.
Successively until our languages become one!

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