You're no idiot, of course. You've heard about slam poetry. Maybe you've even been to a few slams and had a blast. But when it comes to actually getting up onstage yourself, you come down with a big case of stage fright.......

Shatter your fears with the right information. Take some tips from The Complete Idiot's Guide to Slam Poetry - and you'll be a slammin' poet in no time at all. In this Complete Idiot's Guide, you get:

• Behind-the-scenes views of the world of slam, from several of slam's most vivid pioneers.
• Idiot-proof analysis of what it tales to become a slammer and slam showmaker.
• Inspiration and insights to help you compose and perform powerful slam poems.
• Practical tips for memorizing and rehearsing your poems.

Softcover, 370 pages. Also includes 2 audio CDs with 38 slammin' tracks, featuring today's hottest poets. And expert commentary from Marc Kelly Smith.