Make Blackout Poetry: Turn These Pages into Poems [Paperback]

Uncover the hidden art waiting inside the written word.

Created by John Carroll, founder of the viralMake Blackout Poetryglobal movement, this interactive creative journal invites you to transform pre-existing text into your own original poems and visual art.

Blackout poetry is the simple, deeply satisfying practice of removing or blacking out unwanted words with a marker to reveal hidden poetic gems beneath.

Whether you are looking to break through writers block, practice daily mindfulness through creative expression, or simply unwind with a screen-free art activity, this book offers a welcoming entry point into the world of found poetry. No previous poetry or artistic experience requiredjust grab a pen and let your subconscious guide you.

INSIDE THIS INTERACTIVE ACTIVITY BOOK, YOULL FIND:

• Curated Source Texts:Dozens of guided pages featuring excerpts from classic literature (Shakespeare, Jane Austen, Oscar Wilde, Victor Hugo), vintage etiquette manuals, historical slang dictionaries, old newspapers, and more.
• Expert Guidance & Examples:An insightful introduction from John Carroll with practical editorial and visual techniques, plus finished inspiration pieces ranging from simple to sublime.
• High-Quality Paper:Thick pages designed to handle permanent markers, gel pens, or watercolor without bleed-through.
• Mindful Creative Prompts:An ideal warm-up tool for writers, a therapeutic outlet for stress relief, or a fun mixed-media project for crafters and designers.

Transform these pages step-by-step into a personalized keepsake collection of poetryand rediscover your inner artist along the way.

PRAISE FOR JOHN CARROLL & MAKE BLACKOUT POETRY:

Carroll is demystifying what it means to be an artist, a poet, and a person who struggles with mental health issues . . . through his work, Carroll has given people a way to bl“X