Poetry, is it a dead Art?

Poetry books are not like novels, to be picked up and read through at a rate of knots. Poems should be savoured a sip at a time. They are a luxury and no doubt one pursued by the few. But if poetry books are not in the top ten anymore don't throw out the baby with the bath water. People love to read meaningful poems. Poets say it in concise words, or at least they should. They should also move with the times and avoid words that are no longer used today. I write poetry and I have to point out in this discussion that if someone receives a poem written for them or just one that is appropriate for them, then they take it to heart. A poem is an art form, it should be crafted with care, not just a bundle of words thrown together without rhyme or reason. A modern poem does not have to be written in rhyme or have metre but it does have to flow. Personally I favour rhyme and metre and the discipline of writing it is worth the pleasure gained from reading it. If you want to update your experience of poetry then send me a message and I will send one to you. I might even be able to send you one on the topic of your choice.

To be realistic, poetry had changed like in the past centuries and period of history, same in the past ages. I am a reciter and I came across some new poets. Also, my father is writing poetry, so, it looks to me that there will always be that couple of people who will feel the lyrics of the poetry in their hearts. In addition, there are many modern text writers who are considered to be modern poets due to the lyrics of the songs. So, that would be it, I think poetry will never die, just as long as there are people who love it.