Article outline

• 4.1What do metaphors mean to you?
• 4.2What is the function of metaphors? Why do you use them?
• 4.3What would you call the origins or sources of your metaphors?
• 4.4Do you think that constructing metaphorical expressions is a very conscious, intentional process, or do you rather subconsciously place metaphors in your writing?
• 4.5To what extent do you think you can foresee, or even control, readers’ reactions to the metaphors you use?
• 4.6Please feel free to make any further remarks on the topic of metaphors in your poetry here