Classics:
* Alexander Pope: He is known for his use of heroic couplets (iambic pentameter, rhyming pairs) in works like *The Rape of the Lock* and *An Essay on Man*. His couplets are witty, elegant, and often satirical.
* John Dryden: Another master of heroic couplets, Dryden wrote works like *Absalom and Achitophel* and *All for Love*. His couplets were known for their clarity and power.
* William Shakespeare: While not known primarily for couplets, Shakespeare uses them effectively in his plays, notably in the famous "star-crossed lovers" opening of *Romeo and Juliet*.
* Geoffrey Chaucer: While Chaucer's *Canterbury Tales* uses a variety of forms, he often employs rhyming couplets in his character's narratives.
Modern & Contemporary Poets:
* W.H. Auden: Auden utilized couplets in many of his poems, showcasing his wit and intellectual depth.
* Robert Bridges: Bridges, known for his formal style, wrote a number of long couplet poems, including "The Testament of Beauty."
* Philip Larkin: Larkin's "The Whitsun Weddings" is a long poem written in rhyming couplets, exploring social and personal themes.
* Seamus Heaney: Heaney frequently used couplets, often in his translation of the "Beowulf" epic.
* Ted Hughes: While not exclusively a couplet writer, Hughes incorporated them in some of his works, like "Crow."
Finding Authors:
* Poetry Websites and Anthologies: Websites like Poetry Foundation, Poetry Magazine, and the Norton Anthology of Poetry can help you discover contemporary poets who write in couplet forms.
* Search by Form: Use online search engines to specifically look for "long couplet poems" or "heroic couplets" to find more contemporary examples.
Remember, a "long couplet poem" can be subjective. Some poems may be classified as long couplets even if they also incorporate other stanza forms. The key is finding authors whose style resonates with you. Happy reading!