Welcome to The Authors Haunt Acrostic Project.  This is just one of the many ongoing Writing Projects here at The Authors Haunt.  These projects are open to all members and authors who want to try their hand at experimenting with a new style, format or theme, or to simply develop their existing skills.

This particular Project is for acrostic poetry, a very old poetic form whereby, traditionally, the first letter, syllable or word of each line spells out the title or theme of the poem.  Acrostic poetry dates back thousands of years and examples can even be found in the Bible.  Acrostics can be long or short, with lines varying in word and syllable length, varied subjects, the main challenge to poets being the incorporation of a message into the text.

All members and authors are invited to participate in this Writing Project.  If you think you would like to take part, please click on the "Participate" link in the banner above, where you will find the rules related to this Writing Project, links to information about acrostic poetry to help you understand this poetic form, and the submission form you are required to use when submitting your acrostics to The Authors Haunt.

 

				Pain is best treated in hospital...
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				When betrayal leads to anger...
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				When differences become divisive, coexistence is surely the best option...
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				Peace can be an elusive commodity...
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				Stomach's growling...
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				Illusion is often more seductive than reality...
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				A celebration of enduring love...
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				Fallen snow...
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				Nasty creatures are lizards...
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				Self-inflicted Isolation
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				When love is unwanted, can it be conquered?
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				Written to celebrate the International World Non-Violence Day
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				Written in light of the recent wave of terrorist attacks in India. This poem tells about my pain and sadness at the events
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				When blind faith isn't enough, words have to be used to communicate
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				The anatomy of depression
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				Love in the face of disaster
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