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Taylor Mali
Registrace 11. 11. 2006
Taylor Mali is a poet, teacher, and the curator of the Page Meets Stage series that takes place at The DL Lounge in New York City.
NEW TIPS for Carving Books Better!!
The video I made seven years ago has received over 91k views, but the tips I share in this video are even better. Don't believe what I said in the last video: YOU DO NOT NEED A TEMPLATE. Furthermore, DON'T WORRY ABOUT GHOST CUTS. If you reinforce the outside and the inside of the book with Mod Podge, the walls can be mush THINNER than you think. So on every section that you cut, you are following the ghost cuts left from the previous section and the rectangle of text that fills up the page of the book. To help with the corners, which are always a problem, I used a new pair of TIN SNIPS (available at any hardware store for about $20). You'll notice in the video, I often cut out every page EXCEPT for the corners with the box cutter and then filled that up with the scissors just to neaten the corners. If you clicked on this video expecting to see a me reciting a poem, I hope you are pleasantly surprised. To me, carving out of words a secret hiding place to stash secrets and cash in a bookshelf? That kind of IS a poem. If you don't know who I am and didn't expect a poem at all, then have a wonderful day!
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Taylor Mali read's "The Teachers I Loved Best"
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I was invited to read my children's book at Greenlight Books in April. If you would like to get a copy as an end-of-the-school-year gift, please visit www.rhcbooks.com/books/706929 or order it through your local bookstore.
THE TEACHERS I LIKED BEST makes a great gift for June!
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June is Pride Month and the end of school for most students in the USA, and if you need a gift for a certain teacher in your life, consider my new book “The Teachers I Loved Best.” There’s a rainbow hidden on every page, but not to secretly indoctrinate children to become woke. Visit www.TaylorMali.com or www.rhcbooks.com/books/706929 to pick up a copy.
Accepting poetry submissions to The Golden Die until 4/30/2022!
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Metaphor Dice is collecting poems written using Metaphor Dice for inclusion in an anthology of such poems to be published by @ButtonPoetry in 2023. Two grand prize winners (an adult and a student) will win a cash prize and be the recipients of The Golden Die! For a list of all eligible words and complete guidelines, go to www.metaphordice.com/new-page/
"When I Miss Teaching," by Taylor Mali
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Here's a poem from "Late Father & Other Poems" (©2018 Quercus Review Press) that I had a lot of fun writing.
METAPHOR DIE: Which is to say (April 30, 2021, 9pm EST)
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Taylor Mali does a final promo and shows a clip from the Zoom rehearsal for the virtual show that will be this Friday night (4/30). Registration is required but is donation based so you can watch for $1 if that’s all you can afford. Register at www.eventbrite.com/e/metaphor-die-which-is-to-say-tickets-145500972325.
Andrea Gibson on why “You are my favorite dance”
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Most Mondays are #MetaphorMondays for Taylor Mali, the poet, educator, and inventor of Metaphor Dice. He reads a poem or two, talks about craft, and gives out a prompt after rolling the dice and crafting a metaphor. This week, National Treasure Andrea Gibson (Twitter @andreagibson) sent in their take on the metaphor. Revel in their eloquent wisdom. Then go to www.MetaphorDice.com and buy a set ...
Paper Metaphor Dice
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Taylor Mali talks about the paper roots of Metaphor Dice and invites you to try out some of the prototypes of the new version of paper dice. Sign up at the Google form here: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc-M50kPDkJIDlOEyhYOVgLuE-4SYD9XA3pjnI_ZjKfd8IU-g/viewform
Virtual Poetry Workshops with Taylor Mali
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Highlights from a recent poetry workshop conducted online with 8th graders who had written poems based off rolls of Metaphor Dice. To discuss the possibility of having Taylor Mali teach a similar workshop to students of any age, email Barbara Fenig (barbara@blueflowerarts.com) at Blue Flower Arts.
There’s been an update to the Metaphor Dice App!
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Taylor Mali talks through some of the new features on the app version of his popular prompt tool available (in physical form on Amazon) at The App Store here: Metaphor Dice by Metaphor Dice LLC apps.apple.com/us/app/metaphor-dice/id1464774349
“The mind is a glorified wasteland.”
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A request for 30-second testimonials about a good experience with Metaphor Dice. Film the video first (horizontally and in a quiet, well-let room), then click this link to upload it: www.dropbox.com/request/EKa4BA1n6mHbzT4eD3Wa If you have no Metaphor Dice, you can fix that problem by going here: www.MetaphorDice.com Somehow let me know how to contact you because Dropbox will keep all your info...
“Toy Piano: Free,” by Taylor Mali
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Taylor recites a new poem then talks about the campaign for the next edition of Metaphor Dice, which only has until April 30, 2019, to make its goal. To support the project on Kickstarter, search for “Erudition Edition” or try this link: www.kickstarter.com/projects/1895958868/metaphor-dice-the-erudition-edition
Metaphor Dice, the ERUDITION EDITION
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We are back on Kickstarter (for April of 2019) to fund the creation of the first expansion set of Metaphor Dice, called the ERUDITION EDITION, which will be filled with more smileworthy words! Back us on Kickstarter here: www.kickstarter.com/projects/1895958868/metaphor-dice-the-erudition-edition
Brennan talks about writing with Metaphor Dice
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Taylor talks with 11-year-old Brennan about his experiences using Metaphor Dice during a recent trip to New York City.
Taylor Mali Recites “Like Lilly Like Wilson” and Talks About It
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Setting the record straight (maybe?) on this 24-year-old poem (and likely inviting an entirely new firestorm of righteous excoriation in the process).
A Poem for Donald Trump on Inauguration Day
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A Poem for Donald Trump on Inauguration Day
Taylor Mali likes "Rolling for Metaphors"
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Taylor Mali likes "Rolling for Metaphors"
"Running the Horses to Pasture," filmed by Taylor Mali at E/L Ranch.
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"Running the Horses to Pasture," filmed by Taylor Mali at E/L Ranch.
"What Could Possibly Go Wrong? Or, An Ode to Lawn Darts"
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"What Could Possibly Go Wrong? Or, An Ode to Lawn Darts"
"The Naked Gardener" (Bouquet of Red Flags)
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"The Naked Gardener" (Bouquet of Red Flags)
"Have and To Hold" (Bouquet of Red Flags)
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"Have and To Hold" (Bouquet of Red Flags)
“Sonnet on My Wedding Ring” (Bouquet of Red Flags)
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“Sonnet on My Wedding Ring” (Bouquet of Red Flags)
"How to Spell L-O-V-E" (Bouquet of Red Flags)
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"How to Spell L-O-V-E" (Bouquet of Red Flags)
That was so sad. It is very hard to see someone you love live in so much pain, and not be able to help them or take that pain away. Sometimes death is the most humane thing that can happen to them in order to end their suffering.
Thank you for the great advice! 📖
Great. Loved it.
I love this poem! I love The passion of the poet!!
This is unbearably dated at this point-though admittedly most well-meaning, idealistic stuff from the late 90s/early 00s is at this point. If you haven’t been to a library in a bit, for many this should be titled “I’ll fight you in the library”. Fighting between adult patrons, visitors verbally or physically attacking staff, just a general sense of unease as libraries become the personal living rooms of the homeless and addicted or those who simply shrug away work and any social or personal responsibility. When you have to work in this environment every day, like I do, your sympathy is worn thin by the demands of adult babysitting and the neglect of managers and administrators. The ideals of this video warm the hearts of people who, by their financial and social position in society, manage to avoid the daily grind of dealing with other people’s constant problems and threats.
my english teacher showed me this... sooooo boring
I know, right? Why didn't you study something more useful like proper capitalization, punctuation, and grammar? Teachers these days, amiright?
I was thinking of driving a nail in each corner to define it. If it doesn't havd a head (finishing nail, right?) you could leave it in while you cut. You might still need the snips to get some of the page out, but you would always end at the right place.
That is certainly worth an experiment! I have tried drilling holes in the corners, but it doesn’t work because the paper bunches up. Please do leave a comment here if it works!
The sexual undertones to this are fantastic.
I'm thinking of using an old or cheap diary into a phone case. This is really helpful 👍
A good tip is to use sandpaper to lightly sand the pages that remain in the cut hole. They gradually adjust and become uniform.
Hey Taylor, could you teach some tips to cut the cover book? I tried it and its soooo dificult 😅 hugs from Brazil.
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Are these still available? I would love a massive set to fuel a new writing phase, as I havent finished anything in awhile...
Thank you for sharing your experience. Helps a lot!
I've played this several times over the years, and it always makes me weep.
Same. Including two minutes ago.
Perfection. Exactly what I needed for this 1k page dictionary I’m about to destroy
As a reacher a few years away from finally pulling up tha projector screen, turning off all the switches in the lab, and having to look around at years old my students work on the wall, this open hits a chord in my heart and it makes me dead the time when it will be the last time for me to lock that door and walk away trying hard not to look back :(
Wow this is funny you look like the man on "Shawshank" movie when he used a book to conceal a rock hammer to escape.😂😂😂😂Great video I was curious as to how this is done
why is everyone saying this made them cry its literally just words
Hilarious 😂 Thanks for sharing
Both processes are useful. This process seems valuable for people who do this frequently, like yourself, as it is faster and the cuts can be cleaner. But the old technique you showed allows for more complex cut shapes using a template. And the tools are cheaper, as it's able to be done with nothing but a homemade template and a sharp knife. No need to buy tin snips and Mod Podge or rubber cement. Finally, the adhesive on the page edges does indicate that the book has a secret compartment to anyone in the know. Not using the adhesive on the outside keeps the external appearance identical. Since I will probably do this rarely if ever, I will use the simpler although more time consuming method, likely using a page of cardstock and an art knife. But if I was doing this several times over I'd try this new method as well. I like your magnet ideas to keep things from rattling around. If necessary, felt can be glued to the magnet to make the contact softer. But using the template and blade method and some extra patience, the cut-out can be shaped to hold a particular object securely, with just the right shape and depth to prevent it rattling around. Though not practical for a multipurpose hollow book, it's satisfying as a dedicated storage case for a particular object. Of course, even with an oversize hole an object could simply be wrapped in cloth or something else soft to keep it from moving inside of the book. Thank you for sharing your expertise on a niche subject. I imagine most who hollow books are amateurs working without any guidance, and it's helpful to hear you share with us the knowledge you've learned through much experience.
I first heard this on a prairie home companion ... always stuck with me
This music is so lovely! What song is this? Do you ever listen to Stars of the Lid or A Winged Victory for the Sullen? Great music you may enjoy. Love your work Taylor!! First heard "how to write a political poem" on local public radio about 14 or 15 years ago, been a fan ever since!!
Nice clip and technique. i would definably want to use cut-resistant gloves because of my experience with accidental injuries
Yeah Taylor this is great and fun and I might do this. But can you *please* for the love of all that is sacred publish your poem "ode to a dead squirrel (and also my lovers *YTcensor*). Like you promised me back on FB like 8 years ago after you had posted it on a blog which was later deleted and I never saved it and hadn't had the whole thing memorized. It's a fun poem. I go numb reciting old stuff. Regardless happy Christmas and a merry New year.
The thrill of the craft. The tin snips for cutting paper. No poetry. Man, I can't wait to retire!!!!
when you line up the template with the pencil mark what do you line it up to? The top line and the line on the left?
Great tip. I've only ever seen people glue the pages and then cut. I've tried it and it's just like you said: threads and uneven sides. It's a mess... Very well said, thank you. Super easy to follow. Only question is, what if you don't want to use a container? Is it possible to glue the pages after cutting? Another issue i have is that cutting kills my hand after a while, but i guess trying it this way might save them some grief?
Check out the NEW video that I just posted about carving books: l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fyoutu.be%2F0P1Sl7aL9VM%3Fsi%3Dh-IkiIvDpzcv-9lA%26fbclid%3DIwAR3NUEYTuPTXh2Y1ymobUkPIduYkBvKhCl9556sa7XHsYD9iLNRlL_oPyQ4&h=AT0r_kU0ZSYSFuJsds88zrza5052Wv2nwsT9-AKkPFX6T627bsLsU31sMhfya9Wa0Tkiikw6Oq3kWMnRcpBl4OP2BqQTRlwXuHl85bAWcfAqIWkcBpyVLfMHS1P53sfEwCAEQqj3
I will never tire of listening to people talk, in prose or poetry, about the things that they so obviously love. Mad respect to you, Mr. Mali.
My college roommate's dad once applied to a bunch of jobs with a resume that listed his experience in "pubic relations."
Word differentiation is so very important.
Thanks for the 2 tips I hadn't thought of! Now I'll continue on with my book safe!
I am currently about to start my practicum 1 as an elementary education student. The workload is a lot, and the assignments are becoming more difficult. Almost everyone I tell my plan to have some choice words about this profession that I always just have to brush off. I have always wanted to be a teacher for every reason that was shared in this speech. His words move me in a way that brings up raw emotion and motivation reminding me why I feel passionate about this. I plan to watch this every day. Thank you Mr. Mali!
Excellent video! Thanks so much!
😘 Thanks
As a hapa, something about the end just made me tear up. I have never felt more represented by something that wasn’t my relatives.
Nice video, thank you
Fantastic. Wow.
Brilliant! Thank you!
You know, in Prison, New Jersey
Thank you
You have made my life better for years
This is the way. Thank you!
A man with a big, big heart. I saw him at a Timberlane Regional H.S. poetry slam years ago..I have not ever forgotten that night nor forgotten him. What a gift he is to this sadly retired teacher's heart. PS Every day after five years of missing my classroom I still think of students, lessons, and gifts of learning we all shared.
Great to see you Taylor! Your book sounds adorable.
Never remove this video from the internet. 14 years I have been coming back and feeling inspired every time.
Hearing this one week before Pride with an active genocide going on in the country right next to me. Wow. But its true. We have almost a duty to live a joyful, prideful life. To be light other people can see.
Thank you, sir. 🙏🏻 Yes, I cried. I wish I had had a teacher like you
An alternate title for Gilbert's poem could be "The Ones Who Stay In Omelas".