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Bridges : what ties allies
by Lande JewelsOne of a kind guide to secrets, facts and historic curiosities of famous bridges, viaducts and highwalks of London, written in original elegantly illustrated verse. -
Salvation: Poems on Finding Love Again
by Pablo CamachoFrom the award-winning author of Bittersweet: Poems on Love, Loss & Wanderlust comes a new and inspiring collection of intimate poems focused on love, healing, growth, and faith. Salvation is more than just a book of poetry; it is a beacon of hope for those yearning to heal and love again. Whether you are mending a broken heart or celebrating the joys of a newfound love, this collection of poems offers a poetic embrace that will touch your soul and ignite your spirit once more. Through its... more -
The Bone That Swallowed A Man
by Mark VannerWith a blend of humour, introspection, and social commentary, Mark Vanner's debut collection of poems delves into the everyday and the extraordinary, exposing the ugliness, artifice, and profound emptiness at the heart of modern existence. -
Miss
by Christabel LancingInspired by the stunning visual landscape and sea views from Christabel Lancing's family cottage in South Devon, Beside a Stranger is her debut poetry collection. It reflects her personal experiences of love and loss; of pain, longing, and joy, exploring some paradoxical aspects of isolation and connection. The poem Beside a Stranger originated from the 9/11 tragedy and its anniversaries--a reminder and insight into the emotions of those who died alongside people they'd never met. It is... more -
Grateful and Blessed
by Katherine J. BatsisIn poetry form, topically organized, Kathi tells true stories from her growing up years. Every poem lands and completes on the same drumbeat phrase, no questions asked: "and I am grateful and blessed." It works like magic in my mind's eye, and I believe it can do the very same for any person anywhere in any language anytime. -
On Being Human
by Ghazala AlamOn Being Human is a compilation of original poems by Ghazala Alam. Written in modern Urdu and English, each poem is introduced by an English preamble detailing her inspirations and insights. Accompanied by English transliteration, her poetry is informed by her experiences as an immigrant, woman, and a person of color. This distinct lens on life’s challenges also reaffirms her faith in the human capacity to empathize, overcome, and seek justice. With a sensitive, sometimes satirical style, her po... more -
Down the Hatch: A Rhyming History of Drinks
by Ant MacDrinks, in some form or another, share a long and colourful history with mankind. Needless to say, without the right amount of fluids the human body will quickly whither away and die. So if drinks are the aqua vitae, then poetry is the aqua animae. Down the Hatch, is a collection of well crafted poems which take you through the interesting and varied history of the many popular drinks we have come to know and love today. Sip back and relax as you enjoy a poetic journey, through time, around t... more -
Nocturne: New & Selected Poems
by Mike DillonMike Dillon's Nocturne: New & Selected Poems, features his best work from six books of poetry, two poetry chapbooks, and three books of haiku. In That Which We Have Named he writes: “eyes that long for the windless/light of Heaven must, in the end/show proof of earth.” This quest for ultimate things grounded in daily life is the common thread running through all of Dillon's books. Along the way, the poet's eye swerves to the margins, away from the crowd, to find a patch of sunlit moss, or a fl... more -
Recreational Vehicle
by BUCK DOWNSShort lyrics addressing love (intoxication) and loss (recovery). RIYL Anselm Hollo, Eileen Myles -
Infinite Times More
by Neida Y. ReyesNeida Y. Reyes Delgado or you can call me wolfine. Baby steps, breathe, breathe, and breathe. That’s all I can do. Short and simple except it’s completely not simple. This path and destination infinite times more is entirely never ending. There’s phrases and pit stops. There’s heartbreak and loss. There’s misery and guilt. Self-destruction of a girl in her late teens and early 20’s. Nothing is suppose to make since that’s okay. There are pieces of Wolfine in all her ache, joy, and passions being... more -
The Raindrop
by Jared Auchter"The Raindrop" takes young readers on an exciting adventure as it traces the life of a single drop of water that longs to bring joy to others. Its journey from a cloud to the earth sees it meet a variety of things, creatures, and people. The key question it grapples with is: how can such a tiny entity make a significant difference?
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Blue Toes and a Dog
by Rudy BaronBlue Toes and a Dog invites readers on a journey of self-discovery, to explore the depths of our own existence, to find ourselves in the maze of life. Rudy Baron's poetry is a woven tapestry of life's experiences, etched with the ink of introspection and cloaked in metaphoric grandeur. His verses mirror our own lives, our joys, our sorrows, our hopes, and fears. Blue Toes and a Dog reminds us that poetry is not just about rhyming words; it is about capturing the essence of existence, about pa... more -
Full Moon Survivor
by Andrea FahseltFull Moon Survivor is the follow up book to We Came In Like the Wind. A collection of poetry expressing the strength of the human spirit. This book highlights the perseverance dealing with the pandemic, the loss of life, and starting over. Each poem represents a raw organic message capturing the world in the previous few years. Autobiography: Andrea Fahselt is a make-up artist, sales and education executive and part time professor. She has been writing since a child and had her first poetry b... more -
We Came in Like the Wind
by Andrea FahseltAll people are individuals with their own thoughts, ideas, and dreams. What we share are feelings-How we process them and deal with their effect. Even though our situations may differ and circumstances may have different outcomes, we all share the same emotion, love, and passion. The way we miss someone, the heartbreak of loss. They are universal that everyone can understand. Each poem I write is real, raw human emotion. The reader will be able to take my experiences and relate them to his/her o... more -
Caught in a Hazy Dream
by Tiffany MackayCaught in a Hazy Dream: Contemporary Tanka Poems by Tiffany Mackay is a collection that invites readers to explore life's fleeting moments through 100 tanka-inspired poems, each paired with stunning digital watercolor art. Divided into five themed sections—memory, love, growth, transformation, and dreamscapes—this collection blends contemporary themes with traditional tanka elements. Each poem and artwork duo captures the beauty and complexity of nature and everyday life, offering readers a mode... more