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New Feeling by S.V. Joeniel New Feeling by S.V. Joeniel May 17, 2012 2033 words Read a sample
A short collection of poetry about love and life from a different point of view by a young woman.
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I just like to write poems! So Enjoy!!
Blue Raindrops by Jade Herrera Blue Raindrops by Jade Herrera May 17, 2012 2419 words Read a sample
A collection of poetry I have written through the years that will open windows to different emotions and feeling we as a person has felt.
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Born on December 9, 1994, Jade Herrera (real name Jedidaiah Joy Herrera) would grow up to become a writer by passion. A full-time college student and taking up BS Development Communication in the University of the Philippines, Jade balances studying and writing. One of her poems, Remembering Daddy, is chosen to be part of the Torrid Literature Journal which will be published in July 2012
Bread of Tears by Fowlpox Press Bread of Tears by Fowlpox Press May 16, 2012 3123 words Read a sample
“Bread of Tears” is at once engaging and unsettling. It’s not a “one read and done” collection. On my first pass through Nathaniel S. Rounds’ work, I found myself wondering just what had happened to Rounds to make him create such disjointed, almost crestfallen characters and imagery.--Patrick Stevens
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Fowlpox presents the greatest in poetry.
Unconquerable Crete: An Epic Poem by David Pratt Unconquerable Crete: An Epic Poem by David Pratt May 16, 2012 5036 words Read a sample
A 700 line poem in blank verse on the German invasion of Crete and the Resistance 1941-1945
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Five Years Gone by Jack Vivace Five Years Gone by Jack Vivace May 14, 2012 5792 words Read a sample
Five years of collected poetry
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Jack works in numbers by day and letters by night.
Plum by Stan Grimes Plum by Stan Grimes May 13, 2012 2195 words Sample 15%
The belief that everything happens for a reason just might be wrong. Perhaps some things happen serendipitously like walking into the street and being hit by a car, or walking into the street and not being hit by a car. It’s not always guided by some finger appearing out of the sky and with a deep Charlton Heston voice saying, “Don’t walk into the street!” Sometimes an ant is crushed...
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Stan Grimes lives in Indiana with his wife and pets. He is a graduate of Indiana University. He leans left politically, so much he falls over sometimes. Vinyl Night and Other Miseries is his complete book of poetry. Though, he has written sci-fi, suspense, and mystery novels for other publishers, his first love is poetry. His poetry is sometimes intense, emotional, but always honest.
Foamghast by NAP BOOKS Foamghast by NAP BOOKS May 13, 2012 1373 words Read a sample
BY PAUL CUNNINGHAM
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NAP is an online magazine of the short and in-between.
QUIT by silverscalpel QUIT by silverscalpel May 11, 2012 697 words Read a sample
drugs, addictions, quitting, life and death
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silverscalpel is the currrent pen name of the author. she is a geek at heart, with an old wanderer's soul.
A Ripple in Time by The Albatross A Ripple in Time by The Albatross May 11, 2012 938 words Read a sample
A few short poems/random thoughts ranging from "Listerine" an ode to an ex girlfriend, to the big booty inspired "Kardashian Moon." Also included is a short ballad dedicated to a sports legend in, The Tiger, as well as a long overdo tribute to the one and only female "kankle."
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Like the albatross i'm either a gift or a curse. So I stumble when I walk and when I walk slow it's worse.
A Whispering Soul by Cuong Dao A Whispering Soul by Cuong Dao May 10, 2012 2484 words Read a sample
The book is comprised of 40 poems, which vary from passionate romance, excruciating pain, to blissful hope. Rearrange scrambled words to paint vivid pictures of daily occurrences. Readers in the world should somehow connect with at least one poem.
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Cuong Dao is a Vietnamese American residing in Honolulu, Hawaii. Being the the youngest out of two sisters and nine brothers brings much attention. Entire family thinks he would be a mute due to his slow-developing tongue. Everyday speech is hindered by a permanent accent. As compensation, he is bestowed with creativity beyond imagination.
Five of Hearts: Fifty Poems Written March and April 2012 by M.L. Pierce Five of Hearts: Fifty Poems Written March and April 2012 by M.L. Pierce May 09, 2012 11241 words Read a sample
A collection of early poems written by M.L. Pierce with large influence from writers such as Bukowski, Danielewski, Cummings. Drawing largely from minimalist writing and stream-of-consciousness writing, this book features poems about love, loss, depression, alcoholism, and the regret from growing up.
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M.L. Pierce began writing during 2010, finding his niche (and pen name) in early 2012. He has run a successful photography business, having many of his pieces admired in prestigious galleries by many of Utah's most appreciated artists. He has been commissioned to create photography and mixed media artwork for various galleries in the Salt Lake valley. M.L. Pierce has played music since the age of 8, and has been in countless intensive musical projects. He currently plays in a few musical projects, often alongside some of his favorite local artists. can be contacted by email at mlpiercewriting@gmail.com for any questions or requests.
MEDITATIONS ON BLUE, YELLOW AND GREY by Nathaniel S. Rounds by Fowlpox Press MEDITATIONS ON BLUE, YELLOW AND GREY by Nathaniel S. Rounds by Fowlpox Press May 09, 2012 1804 words Sample 20%
The title reveals a tight association with painting, and one must refer to Rothko to see what is truly going on. Reading the chapbook proves helpful as well.
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Fowlpox presents the greatest in poetry.
Special Effects by Sue Binder Special Effects by Sue Binder May 09, 2012 4444 words Read a sample
Ever have trouble remembering a password for a computer program? This fun/serious/futuristic book of poetry offers up a number of topics, including the password topic. Ranging from humorous to serious concepts, and finally depicting an almost apocalyptic future, the poems represent the human search for meaning and identity.
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I have written most of my life. While still a pre-schooler, I once got in trouble for scribbling in the back of a book. I continued writing throughout school, working on high school and college newspapers, and eventually getting a BA in journalism and creative writing. I have worked as a newspaper writer and editor, as well as a variety of other jobs, such as a substitute teacher, college instructor, and even an Avon saleslady. Currently I hold two master degrees and am a Licensed Professional Counseler and Licensed Addictions Counselor, working in a private prison. I love to read, favorites being Tony Hillerman, Henning Mankill and Patrick Taylor, as well as Steve Barry. I love music, current favorites being Celtic Thunder and Josh Groban. My pride and joy are my four children and five grandchildren. I reside in Southeast Colorado, where I continue to write. My current burning desire is a trip to Ireland. Special thank you to my sister, Sandy, for encouraging me to follow her path to Smashwords.
Du Ciel elle a flotté vers un embrassement d'attente by Sunil P. Narayan. Du Ciel elle a flotté vers un embrassement d'attente by Sunil P. Narayan. May 09, 2012 2511 words Read a sample
A wonderful desctription of Haute couture as captured in poetic form by the ever-skilled Sunil P. Narayan. Prepare to be amazed. ISBN: 978-0-9879561-5-6
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Sunil P. Narayan’s work has been a long, enriching journey that absorbed the world’s excentricities to create a masterpiece of color, surrealism, and human emotion. The past two years witnessed a climatic moment in which his writing churned out emotionally-inducing poems. It is his intent to help people access feelings they rarely get to experience. Sunil grew up with the classical epics of India, learning the names of mythical poets who received a divine task to teach mankind stories to guide it in its path of virtue. Sunil has had work published in GuyWriters Magazine, Supraterranean, The Enchanting Verses, The Sound of Poetry Review, Kritya: A Journal of Poetry, The Houston Literary Review, The Portland Alliance, and several others.
Willoughby by Abhay Adil Willoughby by Abhay Adil May 09, 2012 868 words Sample 20%
Willoughby is a poem inspired by "The Twilight Zone” episode “A stop at Willoughby”. This ebook contains the single poem and the explanation and interpretation by the poet of both the poem and the “The Twilight Zone” episode which inspired it.
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Hello, Ciao, Hola, Namaste I write mostly in my favorite genre(Horror and Science Fiction) I like reading a few selected books only. mostly horror and science fiction My Favorite Authors are: H.P. Lovecraft Ian Fleming Stephen King Issac Asimov H.G. Wells John Grisham Chetan Bhagat
Fritz365 A Year In Poetry by Fred Robel Fritz365 A Year In Poetry by Fred Robel May 09, 2012 61679 words Read a sample
This collection of poetry was written over the course of 2011. An entry was made every day, as part of an exercise for the author to expand his poetic range. It's up to you to decide if change did occur as far as style, and expertise. What it is, is simple: 365 daily entries, to amuse and horrify, justify and vilify.
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Born and raised in Michigan, and currently residing in Northern Michigan. I am an aircraft mechanic and inspector by trade, and a writer as a hobby. My wife and three kids keep me busy all the rest of the time.
Haiku Poetry by Haiku Poetry by ShaniBush May 08, 2012 474 words Read a sample
This is a small collect on My first try at Haiku Poetry. I hope you enjoy them.
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Exiled from Main Street: the autobiography of a midwest town by Anonymous Exiled from Main Street: the autobiography of a midwest town by Anonymous May 08, 2012 2676 words Read a sample
A brutal and honest poetry collection, shining a light into the darkened corners of small town American life.
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This author is anonymous.
The April 2012 Um-Yangian by Steve Lavigne The April 2012 Um-Yangian by Steve Lavigne May 07, 2012 3966 words Read a sample
From the author of “Fork and other poems” and “The Unpublishables”, this new collection is the “best of” from the April 2012 PAD (poem a day) challenge. Quirky, unique and intriguing, these poems are sure to make you think, move you (one way or another) and amuse.
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Archaic Freedom by Jeff Cannon Archaic Freedom by Jeff Cannon May 07, 2012 7710 words Read a sample
A visionary full-length book of original poetry, exploring percipient themes of psychonautics and cultural anthroplogy in inventive verse: a look deep within ancient and modern concepts of freedom, ecstatic release, and cosmological connection.
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Sharing my Flavor Aid with the world
El Mirador by Iurgi Urrutia El Mirador by Iurgi Urrutia May 07, 2012 4358 words Read a sample
Los poemas y cantos populares que forman El Mirador son una ventana abierta a un pasado lejano cuando las tierras de Turylan eran el nexo de unión de varias culturas. Además forman el poemario más completo de las tierras de Seybür y Luraydan. La obara está compuesta de una selección de cantos populares y poemas originales atribuidos a Börr nar Rhovenar.
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Iurgi Urrutia, born in Bayonne (France), I'm now based in Melbourne, but part of my heart will always be in Hernani (Basque Country). I'm a Media and Humanities teacher.  My favourite writers are the following: Edgar Allan Poe, Kafka, J.R.R. Tolkien, Borges, and George Orwell. Poetry: Artze, Lete, Atxaga, Poe, Benedetti and Blas de Otero _________________________________________________ Iurgi Urrutia, Baionan jaioa, Melbournen (Australia) bizi naiz baina nere bihotzaren zati handi bat beti Hernanin dago. Komunikazio eta historiako irakasle bezela lan egiten dut. Nire idazle maitatuenak eta influentziak honakoak dira: Edgar Allan Poe, Kafka, J.R.R. Tolkien, Borges, eta George Orwell. Olerkaritzan: Artze, Lete, Atxaga, Poe, Benedetti eta Blas de Otero.
On the Bridge (Na Mosta) by Denka Kutzarova On the Bridge (Na Mosta) by Denka Kutzarova May 05, 2012 5640 words Read a sample
63 poems written 1980-1991, organized thematically into 6 cycles. Preceded by a credo poem which is an answer to the poetess Blaga Dimitrova. Includes pen and ink illustrations by the author.
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Life Reflections by Avi Deshmukh Life Reflections by Avi Deshmukh May 05, 2012 78 words Read a sample
"Life Reflections" is a group of poems written by 10 year old girl Isha Deshmukh. She lives in Alpharetta, GA. Isha is a 5th grade student. Isha shares reflective moments of life, her keen observation of nature and things that surround her. These poems with simple worlds and profound meaning seem to flow naturally. They transcend you to a different world.
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Kärleksrester by Björn Björkegren Kärleksrester by Björn Björkegren May 05, 2012 25 words Read a sample
Så är det. Igen.
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I väntan på juridiskt korrekt bolagisering av Firma Björkegren Mat&Kultur i samarbete med Allmänna Vägens Förlag, så lägger jag ut några kortare texter här. God läsning på er allihop! /B PS Om allt går efter DEN STORA PLANEN så kommer en del av texterna att ingå i utgåvorna "Från Fantasins Fantastiska Och Förfärliga Fyrverkeri" och "Livets Plötsliga Närvaro" på Allmänna Vägens Förlag med beräknad nedkomst 2013 hos en bokhandlare nära just Dig!
Kamaleoiaren Pozoia by Iurgi Urrutia Kamaleoiaren Pozoia by Iurgi Urrutia May 05, 2012 4223 words Read a sample
Kamaleoiaren Pozoia, gehienbat, azken urteetan idatzitako olerkiez osaturik dago. Alde batetik, Australiatik Euskal Herriari begira idatzitako hitzak dira. Bestetik, nere nortasun berritik eta bizitzan izan ditudan aldaketen islada.
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Iurgi Urrutia, born in Bayonne (France), I'm now based in Melbourne, but part of my heart will always be in Hernani (Basque Country). I'm a Media and Humanities teacher.  My favourite writers are the following: Edgar Allan Poe, Kafka, J.R.R. Tolkien, Borges, and George Orwell. Poetry: Artze, Lete, Atxaga, Poe, Benedetti and Blas de Otero _________________________________________________ Iurgi Urrutia, Baionan jaioa, Melbournen (Australia) bizi naiz baina nere bihotzaren zati handi bat beti Hernanin dago. Komunikazio eta historiako irakasle bezela lan egiten dut. Nire idazle maitatuenak eta influentziak honakoak dira: Edgar Allan Poe, Kafka, J.R.R. Tolkien, Borges, eta George Orwell. Olerkaritzan: Artze, Lete, Atxaga, Poe, Benedetti eta Blas de Otero.
Moving On by Robin Gilbert Moving On by Robin Gilbert May 04, 2012 1134 words Read a sample
What are we but voices, inside a madman’s head?
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I was born and bred in South Wales (UK) but since 2007 I have lived in Brisbane with my wife and two children. When I'm not writing or trying unsuccessfully to outwit the possums, I work as a programmer for a games company. Thank you for visiting my author page! I do hope you download and enjoy all the free stories and perhaps feel brave enough to at least take a peak at samples of the others... you never know what you might find...
Pregnancy, Childbirth, Postnatal time - Poetry collection by NataÅ¡a Dolenc Pregnancy, Childbirth, Postnatal time - Poetry collection by NataÅ¡a Dolenc May 04, 2012 2637 words Read a sample
The following poetry collection includes work of seven authors, all with different styles and different ways of expressing feelings regarding pregnancy, childbirth and postnatal time. Authors are: Shadia Duske, Nataša Dolenc, Michelle Erdman, Fiona Eve Morel, Christina Nguyen, Jacob J. O'Dea, Ray Saunders.
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Midwife. Poet. Photographer. Painter. Dancer. Reader. Escapist. Dreamer. Art lover.
Dinkle Dorkle And Other Nut Cases by Allen Taylor Dinkle Dorkle And Other Nut Cases by Allen Taylor May 03, 2012 896 words Read a sample
These 30 short poems were first published on Twitter as a part of the #twitpoem project. Each poem is 140 characters or less. Allen Taylor's wacky, whimsical sense of humor comes through in these short lyrical verses. You won't be able to get enough.
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Allen Taylor is an Iraq War veteran, an award-winning journalist, poet and fiction writer, and currently lives in Pennsylvania with his lovely wife, some chickens, a few cows, a gaggle of geese, and 52 acres full of peepers and screech owls.
The Well Boiled Icycle by Barnaby Wilde The Well Boiled Icycle by Barnaby Wilde May 03, 2012 5348 words Read a sample
35 New 'quirky' poems by Barnaby Wilde featuring Clockwork Wellingtons, Goldfish, Jugglers and Gingerbread Men, but not necessarily in that order, (and not a mention of elephants).
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Barnaby Wilde is the pen name of Tim Fisher. Tim was born in 1947 in Hertfordshire, United Kingdom, but grew up and was educated in the West Country. He graduated with a Physics degree in 1969 and worked in manufacturing and quality control for a multinational photographic company for 30 years before taking an early retirement to pursue other interests. He has two grown up children and currently lives happily in Devon.
Endless Journeys by Marc Ironwood Endless Journeys by Marc Ironwood April 30, 2012 566 words Read a sample
A few short poems written by me and my wife Krissy
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Marc Joseph Ironwood has been writing on his own for over thirty years. In 2002 Marc joined forces with his wife Krissy Deanne to form the writing duo "Krissy N Marc". Marc has been known for his obscure writings and for his unusual theatrical front project covers. In March of 2008 Marc did his most shocking event when shaved his head, and the photos of his bald head appeared on his website and his solo project entitled "Alien". Marc founded The Herron Archives, which holds both the solo and collaborative projects from 1997 to current releases. Krissy N Marc currently write for the Kagovisra Label, which has been re-releasing older projects from the Herron Archives.
Ocean blue and other poems by Bruce Martin Ocean blue and other poems by Bruce Martin April 29, 2012 1976 words Read a sample
Ocean blue and other poems is a collection of provocative and private thoughts on life,love and the human condition.theres a poem here for everyone. two new poems Rapture and rain are from the forthcoming collection "poems and lyrics" I hope you will enjoy these poems.
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writing for a long time,this is my second book to be published .The first by Excalibur Press of London ISBN 1 85634 209 3,I love write and read poetry.
Of Horses & Life by Michael Guerini Of Horses & Life by Michael Guerini April 28, 2012 2207 words Read a sample
This is a collection of poems/free verse about life around horses, with horses and at the barn. These works are created to share the horse experience with all. The poems are entitled: Baby Horse; Cowhorse; Young Rider's First Lesson; My New Owner; Big Bad Cuttin Horse; Show Jumping; Horse Girl; A Visit from the Farrier; Feeding Time at the Barn and Old Horse.
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Michael Guerini is a horseman, author and scientist from Gilroy, California. From an early age he gained valuable experience working with his family to train horses. To this day he continues to work with his family to develop a whole horse relationship training and education program. Michael studies Dressage, performance horses and teaches routinely on the merits of good horsemanship and improving the relationship of the horse and rider (www.dunmovinranch.com). As a scientist, Michael is involved in the areas of genetics, microbiology and most things relating to the world of biotechnology. In 2011, Michael introduced his first work of fiction about a scientist who becomes a veterinarian and puts all his skills to work in solving medical problems in animals (Old Towne: Beginnings). A rich work with both human and animal characters and a fun wholesome read, great for youth interested in how the worlds of veterinary medicine and biotechnology work. Michael is a Lifetime member of the American Quarter Horse Association and a Lifetime (Founding Pioneers) Member of the Western Dressage Association of America. Michael has authored two non-fiction books on Ground Work and Advanced Responsive Riding for the horsemen and horsewomen. With his unique blend of ground work, dressage and general colt starting philosophy, he can help you build a stronger relationship with your horse. My first work of fiction, Old Towne: Beginnings was released in December 2011. My first work of Poetry/Free verse, Of Horses & Life, was released as a free publication in April of 2012.
Rhythm by Varun Karthikeyan Rhythm by Varun Karthikeyan April 28, 2012 631 words Read a sample
A collection of short poems
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Captain Peter's Chapter and Verse by peter cain Captain Peter's Chapter and Verse by peter cain April 28, 2012 3271 words Read a sample
Snippets (Short stories and poetry from books written by this books author, Captain Peter Cain. There are stories from his 'Percy the Parrot' books and poems and rhyme from 'A Sign of the Rhymes' and the forthcoming 'A-Z of Animal Poems'. Each of Captain Peter Cain's books are accompanied by pictures and illustrations. All Captain Peter's books will bring a smile to your face.
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Captain Peter Cain (born 1954) spent all his childhood years living in a small village called Buxworth which is situated in the hills of the Peak District in North Derbyshire. At the age of 20, he broke away from village life to become a Redcoat Entertainer at the Butlins Holiday Centre in Ayr, Scotland. From there he advanced from being a bingo caller and then manager to sales executive for a cleaning firm before finally owning his own business which he eventually sold. He aimed for a complete 'life change' and went through the process of becoming a professional boat skipper. He sailed around to Portugal and settled in the beautiful tourist locality of Lagos, which is situated in the west of the Algarve. He has worked in the region as a skipper on various tourist boats during the summer seasons since 2000. When he was in his early 30’s, having always shown an interest in writing, he was a whisker away from having some of his work accepted for TV. Until recently his work commitments prevented him from further pursuing his love of writing and poetry, but now has time to return to his favourite pastime. His first book, which has been published through Kindle is called 'Percy the Parrot - and Other Pet Subjects', which is based on the African Grey parrot Peter once owned and also in the book are some of his many other humorous encounters with various creatures ranging from mice to elephants. To add to this, his new book 'A Sign of the Rhymes' which was released on March 1st 2012 contains humorous rhymes, 'Puzzling Poems' and a concept he has named 'Re-versing Rhyme', an interesting take on poetry. Peter has just finished writing a follow up to his first book which is entitled 'Percy the Parrot 2, the bird's perspective''. A light hearted fictional account of events as experienced by 'Percy'. The book is also now available through Kindle publishing. Peter is presently in the process of writing more poetry and rhymes with an illustrated children's 'A-Z of Animal Poems'.
Too Young to Forget by Philip Burton Too Young to Forget by Philip Burton April 28, 2012 15596 words Read a sample
"...interested in words ... a sure sense of rhythm ... striking images" - Copland Smith "...he's got serious things to say" - Derrick Buttress "... a deft observer ... conveys felt emotion with no little skill" - Michael W. Thomas " ... poems sizzle and rasp ... not derivative but immediate and deeply felt ... deserves a wider audience!" - Barry Tebb
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Philip Burton was born in Dunfermline and raised in Ramsgate, Kent. He has been a Primary school head teacher in Lancashire and is married with five children. He is a 2005 Lancaster Litfest winner. In 1998 he was short–listed for The Kent and Sussex Open Poetry Competition , and for the Thetford and Wymondham Annual Poetry Competition in 1999. Philip Burton is known to children as “Pip The Poet”. Twelve of his poems for children have been published in major antholgies in the last few years. Steve Rudd, Managing director of The Kings England Press, (publisher of the phenomenally successful Gez Walsh) said of the collection The Treasure Shop, “..…cries out for a national publisher.” Many of his poems have been illustrated by Steve Hutton. Philip has visited over one hundred schools and libraries in the last few years, as a writer in education, providing poetry days for children 4–14, and has built a reputation for providing enjoyable and educational performances and workshops. In 2004 he gave a successful presentation at the NAWE annual conference in York on the theme of VOICE. He was appointed as a mentor by NAWE. Over two hundred and fifty of his poems have been published in a range of literary magazines during the last seven years, including: P.N. Review , Stand, Smiths Knoll, Orbis, Envoi, Brando’s Hat, The Frogmore Papers, The Swansea Review, Links, Prism International (Canada), and Troubadour (USA). His first collection, The Raven’s Diary, published by Joe Publish, was greeted with enthusiasm on both sides of The Irish Sea. Six other pamphlets and a first full collection have followed. Admirers of his work include Michael Schmidt, Derrick Buttress, and Don Paterson. Five of his poems were included in the Peace Poems anthology (Crocus Books) in 2003. Jessie Lendennie at Salmon Publishing accepted a collection of his, The Raven’s Diary, for publication in 2001. Inflation, and an Irish government directive restricting publication of non–Irish writer’s, meant cancellation. Philip judged the Manifold Found Poem competition, and Rossendale Writer’s poetry competition in 2003. He was hailed by Rosie Rogosie as “a new voice come to Manchester”, and appeared in 2000 on the same bill as Adrian Mitchell at The Burnley Arts Festival 2000. Guest Poet slots have included: Manky Poets, Manchester, The White Hart, Todmorden and Live at The Trades, Haslingden.
Droplets of Verse, Volume One by Andy Szpuk Droplets of Verse, Volume One by Andy Szpuk April 28, 2012 738 words Sample 20%
Andy Szpuk is a writer, poet and screenwriter based in Nottingham, UK. Andy is the author of ‘Sliding on the Snow Stone’ (Night Publishing 2011). Droplets of Verse, Selected Poems, Volume One showcases a range of poems written in 2012 and is, in essence, a diary of ideas and themes for projects both completed and on the future horizon.
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Andy Szpuk is a novelist and short story writer who lives with his family in Nottingham, UK.
iSad by Kennie Kayoz iSad by Kennie Kayoz April 26, 2012 504 words Read a sample
iSad is a collection of poems that Kennie wrote while being sad and depressed.
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5 Spring Haiku by Angus Brownfield 5 Spring Haiku by Angus Brownfield April 24, 2012 139 words Read a sample
Five short nature poems celebrating spring.
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My life, sort of The writers whose lives interest me most are either long dead or have led lives not typical of writers. Yet it evidently helps readers to know about writers. A writer whose works I’ve recently become acquainted with, Jodi Picoult, writes a lot about herself on her web page, posts candid photos, and I’m guessing this helps readers connect with her books. Megan McCafferty, author of Sloppy Firsts, Second Helpings, etc., started a retroblog—her diary from age ten through twenty-something, in part, I gather from reading a review in Salon.com, to separate herself from her characters (http://www.meganmccafferty.com/retroblogger/ ). There’s nothing about my life that will enhance the experience of reading my novels. To the extent that they’re autobiographical, they’re not so in any direct way. Flaubert said of Madame Bovary, “Emma, c'est moi.” In the same sense, I’m all the characters in, say, Rigoberto and his two wives: Rigoberto Calderón, Carmen Noble de Calderón, Juan the apprentice and Bernardo the curandero. Like personages in dreams, all the characters in a novel are the author. Still, I think it helps to know where an author came from, not to read his or her works but to put you in touch with him as you would with a performing artist whom you can see in the flesh. Celebrity is an inappropriate concept for writers, usually, but feedback is a workable one. So, here are some of the accidents of my life that I believe helped form me: I’m the last of five children, my oldest sibling twelve years older than I, the closest in age six years my senior. My mother died when I was six, an accident of her life I can’t blame her for but have never fully accepted: I never got enough of her. My father had an extensive library, and I read constantly growing up, though since college television has cut into my reading time. I was raised a Catholic, going to parochial schools and an all-boys Catholic prep school. I graduated from the University of California, Berkeley, back when it was the consensus best university in the world. This is a humbling experience: you may have been a whiz in high school, you were no big deal on that campus. I live in Ashland, Oregon, which is an interesting small town, with a world-class repertory theater and a satisfying mixture of foresters, bohemians, geeks, artists and coupon clippers. I married (and divorced) three times, all interesting women, and fathered five children. All of these have shaped me. These authors’ works have most informed my own writing: Elmore Leonard, whom I put first because I’ve read him most recently. There is no one better at catching the flavor of places and peoples through using their patois. Thomas Mann, whose Joseph and His Brothers is the nonpareil of epic novels, indeed, may be the best work of prose fiction ever written. (I consider Shakespeare’s plays to be poetry.) William Faulkner, whose apocryphal Yoknapatawpha County was in my youth as familiar to me as any place I’ve ever lived, and who made me realize what power words have. Faulkner’s short fiction is matched only by Mann’s. Ernest Hemingway, whose The Sun Also Rises surpasses any novel I’ve read in the way he put words down on paper; for a large part of my formative years I read this book every eighteen months or so. Albert Camus, whose novel, The Plague, touches my heart beyond any prose I’ve read. Carlos Castaneda, whose first four books (fiction? non-fiction?) blew out the corners of my imagination. Aeschylus, whose Oresteia made me understand what drama is. E. E. Cummings, who demonstrated that a seemingly mined-out convention, the sonnet, could be fresh and new in the hands of a master. W. B. Yeats, whose corpus is the standard by which I judge all modern poets. Here are some other likes and dislikes: To cook: it’s the bead game, it’s a challenge, it is manic and relaxing at once. I bake all my own (sourdough) bread and make a mean soufflé. My favorite movies: Black Orpheus and Shoot the Piano Player, with 8½ Some Like It Hot, Treasure of Sierra Madre and Chushingura not far behind. My favorite music: almost anything but Rap and the heaviest of Rock and Roll—Allison Kraus to Denny Zeitlin, with Chopin, Beethoven and The Beatles thrown in for good measure. But if I were shipwrecked with the work of just one person, it would have to be Bach’s. Writing is both a therapy and my compulsion. In 2011 I published eight novels, some started back in the Eighties, four completed last year, two started and finished in 2011. For a list of extant works, click here.
The Lummox by Alex Augenblecq The Lummox by Alex Augenblecq April 23, 2012 14 words Read a sample
An epic poem for our times – it’s short and has pictures – The Lummox explores loss, redemption and environmental protection.
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A. Hamilton (Alex) Augenblecq is a graduate of a leading Eastern (U.S.) business school and has spent many years in business, government and consulting. He is also very fond of animals.
It’s a High Voltage Adventure by Fowlpox Press It’s a High Voltage Adventure by Fowlpox Press April 23, 2012 2123 words Read a sample
Nathaniel S. Rounds sits behind the steering wheel of life and weaves a tale of service jobs and common folk... It’s a High Voltage Adventure examines the day to day, diving in for a bird’s eye view and pulling away for the Big Picture. Phyllis Johnson, author of Being Frank with Anne (poetry about Anne Frank)
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Fowlpox presents the greatest in poetry.
Once, I was an Angry Penguin by J. Bradley Once, I was an Angry Penguin by J. Bradley April 22, 2012 853 words Read a sample
by J. Bradley
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The Girl on the Hill by Alenka Co The Girl on the Hill by Alenka Co April 21, 2012 11197 words Read a sample
a collection of poems and essays written over the years , mainly in Tasmania while living in the hills of Yarlington Tiers
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Alenka Co is an uncommon name for an uncommon lady. She moves through life with a quiet grace and beauty that is a reflection of her deep love of dance but not a formal disciplined dance, a natural carefree spirit moved by music and emotions, a love that she has shared with thousands of children over the years and an uninhibited natural grace that , I believe , is seen in the many thousands of photos I have taken of her over our life time together. To the outside world she is often seen as a quiet private person but I have been privlileged to see the wild abandoned passionate side also , this is a woman who lives and feels life on a very deep level, moved by the simplest things and a champion of the downtrodden. Angered and outspoken when confronted by injustice or cruelty, critical of the callous and uncaring world of politicians and any others She despises false compliments and flattery but sincerity and honesty are her most treasured prizes, cannot abide fools but shows compassion and tolerance and concern for those less fortunate or gifted , again seen in her quiet manner when working with children. Her love of literature is reflected both in her insatiable appetite for books and constant search for quality writing and writers and her unrelenting critical assessment of her own work. Writing does not come easily in the sense that near enough is never good enough for her own work it must be right , it must feel and move with the grace and beauty of life as she knows and values it , to flow from point to point ,idea to idea and as naturally as water flows. All her words are chosen, examined and placed carefully often being pulled out and replaced if they jar , revised and rewritten time and again until it is "right" Her love for life , words and movement is reflected in her writing. Her wish in offering her novels is not wealth or fame but to share this love of words as she shared her love for dance with so many so she wishes to share her worlds of people and stories she has created, the characters are her children , her world as it should be but also with all the tragedy, humour, love and passion that exsits in her real world It is an impossible task to describe a person as complex as Alenka in these few words I will finish by saying she admires modesty and is very self-effacing and abhors and detests bragaddacio and the modern idea of selp promotion of getting out there and selling your work and yourself ,public speaking would terrify her if it was for her own benefit yet I know she can stand and talk for others easily, which is why I have to write this for her. "my works should survive or fall on their own merits not on my ability to sell them and myself" Alenka loves natural and real and hates fake and contrived I think it shows in her writing So in the end you the reader are to be the judge and jury of her work, its worth Ron Co email: alenkaco2012@gmail.com
Percy and Me 'neath the Yum Gum Tree (a poem) by Elaine Stirling Percy and Me 'neath the Yum Gum Tree (a poem) by Elaine Stirling April 21, 2012 1690 words Read a sample
A double sestina with twelve repeating end words and a 12-line concluding envoi doubles the fun and the story effect. In “Percy and Me ‘neath the Yum Gum Tree”, a woman flees shallow modernity in search of veritas, only to get strung up, in the way of all good myths, in the company of a famous Romantic poet and curious wee people who bite.
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It's My Birthday- Where's the Cake? A Digital Archive for the American Consumer by Katheryn Bajo It's My Birthday- Where's the Cake? A Digital Archive for the American Consumer by Katheryn Bajo April 20, 2012 19017 words Read a sample
An anthology of short stories, science fiction, poems, and short essays created in and about the Culture Industry.
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"I is someone else." - Rimbaud katherynbajo@gmail.com
Yes, I Am A Mermaid Queen by German Alcala Yes, I Am A Mermaid Queen by German Alcala April 18, 2012 4987 words Read a sample
Are you weary of your world? Do you want to leave the humans behind? Plunge into my ocean! Come to my kingdom of gold! Experience the destruction of your world as you know it, don a crown, and swim with a colorful tail. A world surrounds you which is so elusive that you can never hope to see it if you do not belong here. Swim with the fishes, dragons, and monsters under the Queen's reign!
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15 year old Boy Queen Poet. Crowned on May 17, 2010 (when I published my first eBook) Website: http://GermanAlcala.Tk "If... Liberace ate Lil Kim (circa 1996-2008) and then made a baby with Shakira after she had drunk Edgar Allan Poe's ashes you would pretty much get my clone... or the true story of my creation!!!" Twitter: @GermanAlcala And On The Eighth Day (The Free Digital Album)is now out at my website! And On The Eighth Day & the Special Edition are out everywhere! -German Alcala
Meager Gropings in Madness by James Bryron Love Meager Gropings in Madness by James Bryron Love April 16, 2012 2868 words Read a sample
These are a collection of poems from the 1970’s through to the 1990’s It has been brought together finally as a full book.
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James Bryron Love was born in southern Ontario in 1957. Since his youth he has pursued art. His art has taken on many forms that include poetry, writing, sculpting, oil painting and music. He was schooled in classic philosophy in Toronto amongst other subjects. The original cover art for Harvesting the Dream is also one of his creations done in oils. You're welcome to visit his website http://jamesbryronlove.com
Stuttering Dreams by James Bryron Love Stuttering Dreams by James Bryron Love April 16, 2012 1248 words Read a sample
These are a collection of poems from the 1990’s through to the 2010 It has been brought together finally as a full book
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James Bryron Love was born in southern Ontario in 1957. Since his youth he has pursued art. His art has taken on many forms that include poetry, writing, sculpting, oil painting and music. He was schooled in classic philosophy in Toronto amongst other subjects. The original cover art for Harvesting the Dream is also one of his creations done in oils. You're welcome to visit his website http://jamesbryronlove.com
Grinder by Aaron Marko Grinder by Aaron Marko April 16, 2012 1577 words Sample 20%
A brief collection of poems about eating out of the trash written in the year 2010, approximately. Each poem has been written for maximum impact, a "double impact" so to speak. Not unlike the Jean Claude Van-Damme movie. *Guaranteed to contain poems about Jean Claude Van-Damme. ***Does not contain poems about Jean Claude Van-Damme.***
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Hi. If you liked anything here, feel free to send a note to aaronjmarko@gmail.com as I will die without your approval.
Artemis And Other Moems by Nada Faris Artemis And Other Moems by Nada Faris April 15, 2012 6854 words Read a sample
"Artemis and Other Moems" includes seven of the most popular poems that Nada Faris performed and which gave her the nickname of "Kuwait's Finest Slam Poet."
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Nada Faris has a BA in English Literature and an MA in Comparative Literature from Kuwait University. She has won a number of poetry awards and continues to publish fiction and nonfiction in local magazines and newspapers. She is currently a full-time employee at Kuwait University's Office of the Vice Dean for Academic Affairs, Researches, and Graduate Studies in the College of Arts, at Kuwait University; a member at Kuwait's Women's Cultural and Social Society; and the head writer at En.V Earth Magazine. She had previously worked as an English teacher, a translator, and an editor at both New Horizon and Expression.
Nuevos Arbitrios by Kira Kariakin Nuevos Arbitrios by Kira Kariakin April 15, 2012 1213 words Read a sample
Este es el primer poemario de Kira Kariakin. Una primera edición fue publicada por el Taller Editorial El Pez Soluble, en octubre del 2011 en Caracas, Venezuela. "Nuevos arbitrios" lo constituyen 15 poemas que se pasean por el retorno y los nuevos escenarios de vida.
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Kira Kariakin. Caracas, 1966. Ha trabajado en el medio editorial venezolano como editora, agente literario, productora gráfica y consultora desde 1987. Fue directora gerente de la Revista Estilo (1994-1998) dedicada al arte contemporáneo venezolano. Entre 1999 y el 2008 vivió en Uganda y Bangladesh y desde 1999 trabaja como consultora de TIC´s para el desarrollo. Es autora del blog www.k-minos.com desde el 2004 dedicado a crónicas de viaje, divagaciones y ejercicios poéticos. Cuentos, crónicas y poemas suyos han sido publicados en portales y revistas digitales como El Meollo (fuera de línea), Los Hermanos Chang, La Parada Poética, La Casa Azulada (donde forma parte del consejo editorial), así como en blogs amigos. Ha sido parte de los talleres de poesía de Mharía Vázquez Benarroch (Imago Mundi), Armando Rojas Guardia y Edda Armas (El Ojo Errante). Algunos de sus poemas aparecen en las plaquettes Mermeladas para llevar 1 y 2 (Jamming Poético, 2011). Nuevos Arbitrios es su primer poemario (Taller Editorial El Pez Soluble, 2011; Smashwords, 2012).