How to Earn Money By Writing Poems in India

Are you a poet looking to turn your hobby into a profit-generating business? Buckle up, because we’re about to show you the eight best ways to earn money by writing poems in India! Yes, you heard it right.

So grab a cup of chai ( or coffee) and let’s dive deep into the ocean of writing poems for earning money in India.

Excited to learn about the ways poetry can make you money? Well, me too:-) But, before we get into the list, let’s first take a look at why it’s so difficult to make money writing poems in India.

Why it is difficult to earn money by writing poems

In India, it is generally believed that earning money through poetry is a difficult task, and this is partially true. Here are some reasons why.

1. High levels of competition

Poetry is a highly competitive field with lots and lots of poets trying to make their way through it. In such a competitive environment, it can be quite difficult for you to stand out.

2. Not everybody likes poem

Unlike sports and media, which are insanely popular in India, poetry writing is not something that appeals to a large audience. You’ll have to work hard to get an audience.

3. Fewer opportunities

Poetry writing is a skill that provides writers with few opportunities to earn money, which can be discouraging.

Well, I agree that earning money by writing poems can be difficult at times, but listen up: it works!

There are still numerous opportunities available to help you earn a lot of money by writing poems. So let’s get right to it.

10 Ways to Earn Money by Writing Poems in India

All you need to start earning money with poems is an internet connection, a laptop (or a mobile phone), and the ability to write poems and congratulations! You are good to go.

1. Start your own blog

Pros

• Long-term advantage
• Extremely high earning potential
• You are your own boss

Cons

• Advanced functions can cost you money
• Takes a lot of time

I get a lot of negative feedback about starting a blog such as “blogging takes time”, “it doesn’t generate money” and so on. Regardless of what others say, I believe that starting your own blog is still the best way to monetize your poetry.

Let me show you why.

You see, there are currently 5 billion internet users worldwide, with 77% of these actively reading blogs. This shows that people still enjoy blogs.

And when it comes to poetry blogs, then there are many Indian poetry blogs like Atul’s Blog, WordsofSanjay, and HindwiBlog, that are still earning a lot of money every month.

Furthermore, the content you write on your blog can also be used as an example of work samples to get a job.

So yeah, starting a blog is always going to benefit your poetry career.

I know, blogging takes time and is not the best option to earn quick money. However, if your main goal is to make your poems work as a long-term asset for you, blogging is the only way to go.

A quick tip: You can start blogging even if you are not willing to invest any money. How? Simply sign up on free blogging platforms like Blogger and Medium and start blogging for free.

Here’s the process of starting a blog:

1. Choose your blogging platform (free or paid)
2. Choose your domain name (free or paid)
3. Set up your blog
4. Write your poems
5. Promote the blog
6. Make money from it

2. Freelance service

Pros

• No cost added
• High earning potential

Cons

• High competition
• Work may not always be available

Selling your poetry skill as a service is another excellent way to earn money by writing poems.

Here’s how you can do it.

First things first, you’ll need to set up a portfolio of your work. A portfolio works as proof to clients of your skills. You can use your blog or any other platform where you’ve written poems as an example of your services.

Next, you’ll need to reach out to clients who require your service. You can use websites like Fiverr and Upwork that list freelance jobs, or you can create your own method of reaching out to potential clients.

Once you get a client, you can then set up a rate for your service and start working with them.

3. Get a job

Pros

• Stable income
• No cost included

Cons

• Getting an opportunity can be difficult
• Might get different work

Getting a job is one of the most dependable ways to earn money by writing poems in India.

Some companies are still looking for candidates who are good at writing poetry content. Here’s how you can find them and get a job:

The very first thing you’ll need to do is brush up on your poetry writing skills and make sure they are ideal.

just like how freelancing requires a portfolio of work to get a gig, you’ll need to have some actual work samples to get a job.

Then comes the fun part – finding a job.

Don’t worry, you won’t have to search through the depths of the internet to find work; job boards can help you with that. Here are some of the best job boards:

• Indeed
• Naukri
• LinkedIn
• Apna App
• Quikr jobs

You can also perform a simple search on Google to find job openings from various job boards.

Next, contact every potential recruiter who has posted a job listing and send them your resume.

Once hired, you will be able to easily perform your duties and be paid on a monthly basis.

4. Email reach outs

Pros

• Higher chances of getting a response
• Completely free
• Can get your dream job

Cons

• May take some time
• Requires a lot of work

One of the best strategies used by many young professionals is getting work through email reach outs.

Email reach out is when you find an email address of a business person with whom you would like to work and pitch them your service or idea (in general).

Now you might be wondering “okay this is a great strategy but how do I find someone’s email address?” Well, you can always use an email finder tool.

Email finder tools are the tools that help you find almost anyone’s email address. All you have to do is enter some basic information such as “company name” and “the person’s role” and boom! You will almost certainly get their email address.

Here are some free email finder tools.

• Hunter
• LeadFuze
• Clearout

You can use these tools to find the email addresses of people from major publications or magazines and pitch your service to them.

A quick tip: If you send 100 emails to 100 people, you have a 99.9% chance of getting work. And it will only take a week to finish. So, yes, you can get work in a week.

5. Video Teaching

Pros

• Free to start
• Opportunity to earn a lot of money
• Creates a brand

Cons

• Requires a lot of work
• You need to be an expert

If you want to earn money by using your poetry writing skills, it is not always necessary that you do it by writing poems. You can sometimes earn money by teaching it as well. Here’s why and how.

So, if you go to YouTube and search “how to write a poem,” you’ll see hundreds of videos appear on the feed, each with thousands of views. These people have, of course, enabled Adsense on their channel, which means they will earn money for each view.

Not only on YouTube but also on teaching platforms like Udemy, courses like “how to write a poem for beginners” have thousands of students enrolled.

This alone gives us proof of how you can earn by teaching your poetry writing skills to beginners. All you have to do is create a free account and start making video courses.

6. Sell eBooks

Pros

• Free to start
• Can get a lot of sales

Cons

• Might require a lot of work if you don’t have any previous work
• Requires promotion

According to Statista, the number of eBook readers in India will reach 133.3 million by 2027. This indicates that the eBook market in India is expanding.

That is why it is such a great idea to compile all your best poems and sell them as an eBook.

Here’s how you can do it:

To begin, go through all of your previous work and select the best pieces to include in your eBook. If you don’t have any written poems, you can write fresh creative poems.

Once completed, you can then look for a platform to sell your eBook on.

You could, for example, create an eBook titled “57 Poems on Love and Heartbreak” and sell it on Amazon’s Kindle.

7. Sell on-demand items

Pros

• Totally free to start
• People love printed poems on items

Cons

• Unsure of sales
• Requires some design skills

Selling on-demand items is quite a unique way of using your poetry writing skills to earn money, but it works

What is selling on-demand items?

Selling on-demand items is when you create designs and paste them on a product to sell them.

You can use your poems as a design and paste them on products.

Here’s how you can do it:

The very first thing you’ll need to do is find an on-demand selling business. Sites like Spring, Redbubble, and Shopify make it possible for you to sell on-demand items.

Next, you’ll need to register yourself as an artist on the platform.

After you’ve registered, you’ll then need to create a design and paste your poem on it. You can use Canva to design your poems.

Finally, you’ll put that design on whatever products you want and earn money every time someone buys it.

8. Submit your poems to Literary Magazines & Publishers

Pros

• Free to submit
• Can earn a lot of money

Cons

• Might take months to get accepted
• Competition

There are many literary magazines and publishers that accept submissions of poetry from writers. Some options include:

• Agni Magazine
• Poetry Foundation
• The Sun Magazine
• EPOCH Magazine
• Fiddlehead Magazine
• Crazy Horse
• Threepenny Review
• Arc Poetry Magazine

These websites may take some time to accept your submission, but if accepted, you’ll be paid a lot.

9. Take part in poetry slams

Pros

• Making connections with other poets
• Joining is mostly free.

Cons

• Can’t be done online
• Limited audience

Not everything, after all, is done online. You can sometimes earn money by participating in offline poetry slams as well.

Wonder what poetry slam is? Let me explain.

Poetry slams are essentially competitions where poets get on stage and perform their original works in front of an audience.

Now here’s how you can earn money with poetry slams:

Just like every other poetry job, the very first thing you’ll need to do is make sure your skills are touching the ideal level.

The next step is to find a poetry slam near you. These events are typically held in cafes or art galleries. You can find them by doing an online search.

Once you find a slam, the final thing you’ll need to do is register yourself and give your best at the competition.

10. Submit to poetry contests

Pros

• Great accomplishment to add in your resume
• Network with other poets

Cons

• Can require a submission fee
• High competition

Another excellent way to earn money by writing poems in India is to enter poetry contests.

What is a poetry contest?

Just like every other competitive event, a poetry contest is an event where you have to compete against other poets and win challenges to earn cash prizes.

Here’s how you can go about joining a poetry contest:

No need to repeat, we all know what the first step will be – reviewing your poetry skills.

The next step is to look for the best poetry contests where you can submit your article and earn money. You can do this by searching Google for “poetry contests” or “[category] poetry contests if you need to find contests in specific categories.

Once you find a contest, it’s time to submit your work. This usually involves sending in your poem with a submission form (which can also include a submission fee).

Now let’s look at some poetry writing tips to help you get started.

Poetry writing tips To Enhance Your Writing Skills

1. Read more poems

The best way to improve your poetry writing skills is by reading more poems. You learn new words, new ways of writing poems, new rhyming styles, and more. This overall improves your skills.

2. Write about your passion

Poetry writing is not something that can be forced; it must come naturally; and the only time poetries will come naturally to you is when you write about your passion.

3. Revise and edit

Poets can make silly mistakes while writing their poems, which can make them less attractive. That is why, after writing a poem, you should always revise and edit it to make it the best it can be.

4. Use imagery language

The biggest reason why some people still love reading poems is that they make them imagine things. A poem with descriptive language that creates a picture in the reader’s head is always loved.

FAQs:

1. Is it possible to earn money by writing poems in India?

Yes, of course. You can use the methods discussed above to earn money by writing poems in India.

However, it is important to take note that earning a good income might take some time and require extra effort. So it’s always a good idea to have another steady source of income before diving into full-time poetry.

2. Are there any websites or platforms where I can sell my poetry in India?

There are several websites where you can sell your poetry in India. Here are some of them.

• Amazon Kindle
• Pothi.com
• Etsy
• Society6

Do I need any special qualifications or training to earn money by writing poems in India?

No, it is not required to have any special qualifications to become a poet. However, a background in literature will always be beneficial in your job.

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Wrapping up:

So there you have it, folks, the eight best ways to earn money are by writing poems in India!

Yes, these methods might take some time to generate income, but once it works out, you are surely going to be rolling in rupees.

Just remember to always carry a pen, because inspiration can strike at any moment – and so can the chance to earn some extra income.