In a Manner of Speaking

I know what you're thinking. "Prose vs. Poise? Huh?" Or maybe you included a few more four letter words in there, but that is the basis of what you were thinking. Well, to put your mind at ease, I'm not any crazier than usual, just trying to look at things in a new light.
Anyway, Prose vs. Poise. What does this mean and why are you writing about it? Let's look at it from two different views. The first is "Prose."
What is Prose? Prose by definition, which are all provided by www.dictionary.com, is the ordinary form of spoken or written language, without metrical structure, as distinguished from poetry or verse. In other words, just about anything written that doesn't have a certain rhythm to it. If you can turn it into a song, it's not prose. When most people think of prose, the first thing that comes to mind is literature, writings in which expression is essential. Prose can be intended for anyone, with there being some specified for certain groups or readers, such as Science Fiction or Harlequin, but not designed to be informative.
So what does that have to do with "Poise?" The literal definition, which is a dignified, self-confident manner or bearing, composure, [or] self-possession, has nothing to do with prose. However, when looked at through rose colored glasses, poise and prose have more in common than expected.
When I say "poise", I mean the correct or appropriate style of writing taught in elementary and junior high. Books written in this style often target one group of people, such as self help guides, repair manuals, etc. Most of these works all follow the same grammatical rules.
So what do you do? Poised writings are hard to read for enjoyment. The sentences are strictly written and "regulated", following the many rules that make up the English language. Prose, as used in this article, is much more loose and free flowing. It's more pleasing to the eyes and easier on the brain.
There is a time and place for everything. When writing a research paper, business proposal, or dissertation, you must be precise and informative, making sure the points get across and easily recognized. Poise is a much better choice due to its universal applications and understandings.
When writing a novel or short story, Prose is the natural selection. People enjoy things that read the same way it is spoken. It helps the brain to relax and follow the road the words lead them down, rather than forcing them to stop every few seconds and look up a definition. It's easier to read a novel in "prose" that it is in "poise."
Just my opinion.