How to make a passive income from writing poems

Some people write poems because they have a natural inclination or talent for them, and usually, it has nothing to do with the field they belong to or the profession they practice. They see it as a way to express their thoughts, emotions, and experiences. Also, whether as a personal outlet or a means of communication, people who write poems share their perspectives and connect with a lot more people on a deeper level. However, while you have not thought about it, you can earn from writing poems. It may not be "something huge" but you can count on a few thousand on the side while you also get a salary from your main job. Want to know how? Follow through!

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Create Personalized Poetry Gift Packages 

Think of your target audience as people who would want to extend love to their partners, friends, and family members, then create a way to effortlessly do that. Unlike the traditional way of just gifting people, it is more interesting and nostalgic when you add pretty little notes. Write a collection of poems that can be customized to fit into every occasion and relationship. You can also create templates or frameworks that can be easily personalized with names and dates, then consider offering a variety of packages that your customers can choose from. If you are wondering if it really works this way, Sandra Ozioma, also known as theblacksandra on Instagram is proof that this approach is possible and profitable. Sandra manages a gift shop, myloveinwords where she creates handwritten love notes and charges some amount of money for it. So, this is your cue to stop wondering and start doing.

Try online poetry submissions

Several literary magazines and websites offer to pay poets some amount of money in exchange for a piece of their art. All you need to do is search for reputable publications whose content aligns with yours. Also, you would have to follow certain guidelines for submitting the poetry which may include format, number of words, method of submission, and more as requested by the magazine. Usually, sticking to the rules of the game increases your chances of earning higher and better. Some of the websites that allow you to submit your poems and get paid include: 

• Allpoetry.com

• Poetrysoup.com

• Cfwriterz.com

• Sarabsmagazine.com

• Brittlepapermagazine.com

Participate in Poetry Prompts/Contests 

Several talented people abound, especially in Africa which means that it is very okay for some organizations to come up once in a while to conduct a contest that would allow people to showcase their gifts in the best possible way. The yummy part is that it comes with a prize and while this may not be an easy feat, if you try, you may earn yourself some substantial cash prize. For each prompt or contest, there is always a price range that cuts across each winner; for example, the first position may be entitled to a sum of $10,000, the 2nd position, $8,000, and the 3rd position - $5,000. Remember you are trying to earn a passive income from writing poems, so if you take part in these contests monthly and you are lucky enough to bag a winning position each time you do, that's a pretty plus on your salary.

Create a Poetry Digital Product

A few weeks ago, it was the birthday of a popular Nigerian creative writer and storyteller, Hauwa and she launched a comic ebook - Hauwa's mad house that got massive sales. If you really know your onions with poems, you can compile your poems into an ebook, and add illustrations or photographs to improve readability. To make publishing easier, leverage websites that offer self-publishing options such as Amazon KDP, AppleBooks, Google Play books and many others. Another interesting option is to develop a very simple poetry app that features your poems and provides an interactive and engaging experience for users, and maybe another feature that allows people to subscribe with just a token.

Promote your craft on Freelance Websites

Sign up on freelance websites such as Upwork, Fiverr, and the like. Create a catchy profile and highlight your expertise in writing poems, you can also outline the services you offer which may include writing custom poems or providing edits and proofreading for existing poems. This will connect you with potential clients who may need assistance with poem projects or assignments. However, while it is important to have a profile, you may also need to link your portfolio to your profile to provide your audience with a peek at what your work looks like.

Finally

A topping on your salary sounds good, and if you are a poet, this is quite possible. While you take the tips suggested above to heart, you can also make it happen by giving it the time and enthusiasm it requires.

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