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Hundred Year Old Hummingbird by Lewis LaCook Hundred Year Old Hummingbird by Lewis LaCook April 14, 2011 8748 words Read a sample
Winter in Chautauqua County, New York. Language mixes with heavy drifts of snow, interweaves with silent flake-fall...
The Color of My Mother's Voice by Terri Kouba The Color of My Mother's Voice by Terri Kouba April 13, 2011 835 words Read a sample
A tribute to my mother and Old Shep.
i by Kipp Poe Speicher i by Kipp Poe Speicher April 12, 2011 473 words Read a sample
An experimental short that I wrote in first person, but only using the word I once. (ok twice if you count the title) A very dark story of love and death.
Gone. by Sammi Strasser Gone. by Sammi Strasser April 05, 2011 839 words Read a sample
A simple little chapbook of some of my poetry. Most are sad, but one or two are cute. Contains: Mentions of suicidal thoughts, mentions of cutting, smoking, and death.
[ Protozoaire d'Odk ] by Strofka [ Protozoaire d'Odk ] by Strofka April 05, 2011 786 words Read a sample
La matin même de la saint patrick date de rédaction du protozoaire, pris connaissance de ce carré MAJ de ce carré MAGIQUE illustrant la D I S P A R I T I O N de Pérec: A B C D F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z en écho total avec la structure en 5 chapitres de 5 strophes x5 du texte mais aussi avec le 4-1 du début. Strofka
A Legacy of Global Scorning by Mark Finnemore A Legacy of Global Scorning by Mark Finnemore April 01, 2011 322 words Read a sample
It's a hand-me-down world. . . .
Spinning Toward Home by Chantale Reve Spinning Toward Home by Chantale Reve April 01, 2011 283 words Sample 100%
Two childhood friends reconnect as adults and rediscover the love that they thought they would never have a chance to fulfill. Written from the point of view of the seeker, this romantic poem places her in the driver's seat on the winding road leading to a perpetual state of rapture.
Stiletto Blues by Chantale Reve Stiletto Blues by Chantale Reve March 30, 2011 369 words Sample 100%
One, dangerous night in Paris ... a per-verse retelling of an encounter, for adults only
El Amor Eterno by Cassandra Tribe El Amor Eterno by Cassandra Tribe March 28, 2011 5060 words Read a sample
El Amor Eterno (the eternal love) is a collection of poems in Spanish by Cassandra Tribe.
Daddy, Then by Chantale Reve Daddy, Then by Chantale Reve March 27, 2011 453 words Sample 100%
Too old to be "Daddy's little girl," a middle-aged woman has more questions than answers as she reminisces about decades gone by and emotions gone wrong. Contains Strong Language
Damsel in This Dress by Chantale Reve Damsel in This Dress by Chantale Reve March 27, 2011 225 words Sample 100%
Snapshots through verse capture an erotic encounter between strangers on a restless urban night. For Adults Only
An Avant-Garde Love by Chantale Reve An Avant-Garde Love by Chantale Reve March 27, 2011 347 words Sample 100%
Temptation disrupts a harmonious union in this bittersweet love poem.
Obrigada by Chantale Reve Obrigada by Chantale Reve March 27, 2011 307 words Read a sample
A lyrical expression of gratitude, this poem is set to a bossa nova rhythm.
Carpenter's Joy by Annette Clifford Carpenter's Joy by Annette Clifford March 26, 2011 175 words Read a sample
A poem about a tree, a log, a plank
Cloud Studies by Christine Klocek-Lim Cloud Studies by Christine Klocek-Lim March 26, 2011 1536 words Read a sample
A Sonnet Sequence
Dreams Of The Poet by Hank Simmons Dreams Of The Poet by Hank Simmons March 25, 2011 1363 words Read a sample
this short book is poems i did on some dreams i had WARNING i can not be responsible for the raw form of the human mental condition!!!
The Mind by Soleil Brando The Mind by Soleil Brando March 25, 2011 258 words Read a sample
A poem about the tragic event in a woman's life that lead to her insanity.
Forever Will End On Thursday by Nic Sebastian Forever Will End On Thursday by Nic Sebastian March 20, 2011 7199 words Read a sample
poems by Nic Sebastian published by Lordly Dish Nanopress
Strange Musings by Melissa L. Webb Strange Musings by Melissa L. Webb March 17, 2011 2816 words Read a sample
A book of poetry. A collection of 19 poems. From horror to sadness, these poems cover it all.
You and Me Worldwide by Frederik Christian You and Me Worldwide by Frederik Christian March 12, 2011 6323 words Read a sample
A peak hole to the Y Generation and its members' glowing hands, naked eyes, ways of communicating, jumping minds and vibrating senses.
"Poe-Heart-ry": The Long and the Short by Mia Wang March 09, 2011 1585 words Sample 20%
A collection of poems written from the heart - the experiences, the joys and sometimes even the dark side of love.
Illuminations from Inside by Tiel Aisha Ansari Illuminations from Inside by Tiel Aisha Ansari March 07, 2011 1117 words Read a sample
Combinations of words and images.
Storage Space: A collection of contemporary poetry by Darren Stein Storage Space: A collection of contemporary poetry by Darren Stein March 06, 2011 6784 words Read a sample
Darren Stein worked in the townships and squatter camps around Johannesburg and Soweto from 1992-1996. His fields included adult literacy, voter education and community policing. His poetry deals with the emotional turmoil of his years in the townships, the psychological toll that this took upon him, and his subsequent immigration to Australia. His salvation is the joy of parenthood and marriage.
Laila - A Special Lady by Susan Pepper Laila - A Special Lady by Susan Pepper March 05, 2011 4982 words Read a sample
These are the poems of Laila Dowell Whitley - a special lady - kind, generous, thoughtful, funny - the most caring person I've ever known. She had loved to have fun, especially with her family. Most were written for her son and his family while he was in the Air Force and far from home. Some were written for others. Some are uplifting, some sad, some whimsical, but all reflect her spirit.
47 Haiku by Tiel Aisha Ansari 47 Haiku by Tiel Aisha Ansari March 04, 2011 680 words Read a sample
A collection of 47 haiku in various styles.
Baobab Girl by Nic Sebastian Baobab Girl by Nic Sebastian March 04, 2011 1724 words Read a sample
tree poems by Nic Sebastian
A DAY by Chem Swift A DAY by Chem Swift Feb. 27, 2011 1404 words Read a sample
This book contains a compilation of poems that speaks to the soul. It asks questions about love and it's many intricacies. It gives guidance through words and provides hope. A Day contains a collection of poems that will sure to unleash deep emotions emanating from the soul.
Wesle's Tale by Alfred D. Byrd Wesle's Tale by Alfred D. Byrd Feb. 24, 2011 4219 words Read a sample
An epic of UFO's in Anglo-Saxon times. Wesle the Weakling, a hapless herdsman watching the woman he loves about to become a warrior's wife, seizes a chance for change when star-men come in a shining shield-ship to carry out a cattle-raid. Roswell meets Beowulf? Also contains the short poem, "The Gold's Dragon." Cover composed by Helen E. Davis
The Broken Life by Kinga Sanford The Broken Life by Kinga Sanford Feb. 22, 2011 7255 words Read a sample
This book is a compilation of poems bound by a personal and “confessional” nature. Some of them come from the depths of darkness while others are just unleashed reflections.
Cleanup: Volume II: The Love Collection by Bob Nelson Cleanup: Volume II: The Love Collection by Bob Nelson Feb. 21, 2011 1465 words Read a sample
A collection of poetry by Mesa poet and writer Bob Nelson. The Cleanup series of chapbooks chronicle Bob's 1990's poetry, centered on the theme of love. Volume Two contains: Another Pledge CEC The Java Road Girl SAS My Fears Of The Night Will Chase Me Morality and Love Hard To Find Celestial Sensuality Patricia I Cry When You Lie AAB Poor Baby
Ideas in Abundance by Tiel Aisha Ansari Ideas in Abundance by Tiel Aisha Ansari Feb. 20, 2011 3773 words Read a sample
A chapbook of poems inspired by Neil Gaiman's "Calliope" (_Sandman_ issue #17, DC Comics).
Beautifully Crazy by Max M Power Beautifully Crazy by Max M Power Feb. 15, 2011 30550 words Read a sample
The following is a complete collection of poetry I've written starting with my first poem in 1992 to the last poem I've written in 2010. Every poem I could find that was penned by my hand is in this book. I have poured my heart and soul out in these pages. Enjoy.
Memoirs of an Accident by J Dean Memoirs of an Accident by J Dean Feb. 14, 2011 373 words Read a sample
A recollection of events leading up to a crash...
Jenny by Clark Merchant Jenny by Clark Merchant Feb. 14, 2011 167 words Read a sample
A little poem. I recommend no children under 10 years read it. If you are a child with a similar problem to Jenny, call this number 0800 1111 or go to www.teenhelp.org They will help, I promise.
Just Come by Arash Bahman Just Come by Arash Bahman Feb. 12, 2011 971 words Read a sample
A short story about a woman and son attending a Rumi poetry reading.
The Tears Fall by Arash Bahman The Tears Fall by Arash Bahman Feb. 12, 2011 782 words Read a sample
A poem describing a woman and her children as they fight to find their way through the storms that weave into daily life.
I Believe by Arash Bahman I Believe by Arash Bahman Feb. 12, 2011 795 words Read a sample
"I believe," sometimes also called "This I believe," is an inspirational poem discussing the journey through life and the insight, personal growth, and wisdoms attained through that journey.
Justice by Jade Elliot Justice by Jade Elliot Feb. 07, 2011 121 words Read a sample
Poem about disappointment in a friend
Frosty Ballet by Jade Elliot Frosty Ballet by Jade Elliot Feb. 07, 2011 137 words Read a sample
Poem about the first snowfall of the year
The Wall by Jade Elliot The Wall by Jade Elliot Feb. 07, 2011 243 words Read a sample
Poem about fighting drug addiction
Final Exit by Jade Elliot Final Exit by Jade Elliot Feb. 07, 2011 217 words Read a sample
Poem about life and death
The Resurrection of Sylvia Plath by Marc Goldfinger The Resurrection of Sylvia Plath by Marc Goldfinger Feb. 01, 2011 3381 words Read a sample
The Resurrection of Sylvia Plath, poetic excerpts by Marc Goldfinger.
Whispers of Hypnos by Joshua Jones Whispers of Hypnos by Joshua Jones Jan. 31, 2011 14939 words Read a sample
A series of poems inspired by life and dreams. Some poems are word play and other pure theme.
Cloudy Daze by Mark Finnemore Cloudy Daze by Mark Finnemore Jan. 29, 2011 294 words Read a sample
Here comes the sun. . . .
Motivational Poetic Expressions by Strategic Insight Publishing Motivational Poetic Expressions by Strategic Insight Publishing Jan. 28, 2011 3286 words Read a sample
This is a "lite" version of the book, Poetic Expressions, which is an inspiring and motivational poetry for individuals, famililes as well as businesses to encourage and strengthen in different situations.
Mondayne Morning by Mark Finnemore Mondayne Morning by Mark Finnemore Jan. 28, 2011 257 words Read a sample
Not another Monday morning.
Poems People Like by Charles Rossiter Poems People Like by Charles Rossiter Jan. 26, 2011 945 words Read a sample
This small collection is made up of poems that have been praised by experienced poets and editors, and at the same time are appreciated by people who don’t normally read a lot of poetry or go to poetry readings. The e-reader with its small portable size just might be an ideal way to access poems like these that speak to everyday experiences and can make a person stop and think and maybe wonder.
Today's Tomorrow (A Side) & Tomorrow's Tomorrow (B Side) by Spargo Postle Today's Tomorrow (A Side) & Tomorrow's Tomorrow (B Side) by Spargo Postle Jan. 22, 2011 545 words Read a sample
Will Tomorrw bring the same...????
I love you ya know... by Spargo Postle I love you ya know... by Spargo Postle Jan. 22, 2011 238 words Read a sample
Sorry, but this is a very indulgent poem...
The Enchanted Prince by A. Jarrell Hayes The Enchanted Prince by A. Jarrell Hayes Jan. 20, 2011 3758 words Read a sample
The Enchanted Prince is a collection of poems dealing with addiction and mental health issues. Those with mental illnesses are not "crazy" or "insane." They should not be looked down upon by friends, family, the community, and society. A mental illness is the same as a physical illness in regards to the need for effective treatment and support.