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Home & Away: The Old Town Poems by Kevin Miller Home & Away: The Old Town Poems by Kevin Miller July 27, 2009 $9.99 12770 words Sample 10%
In these poems, Miller drafts people, characters, images and events out of their familiar locations and contexts and weaves them into new situations, creating unexpected connections, original experiences. This new town is the locale of Miller's vital imagination.
Cruel Summer by Antwan Crisp Cruel Summer by Antwan Crisp July 22, 2009 Free! 2845 words Read a sample
A collection of poems based on my life during the summer of 2009. Mostly relationship stuff as usual... Y'all know how I do... Well you do now.
Poetry by Wendy Brumback Poetry by Wendy Brumback July 18, 2009 You set the price! 1265 words Sample 25%
Poetry study. A few short poems, different types and styles.
Goodbye...Goodnight by Evan Skora Goodbye...Goodnight by Evan Skora July 16, 2009 Free! 239 words Read a sample
"...And no matter how hard I tried, I couldn't keep inside what I had denied..."
A Rapid Impact by Frank F. Atanacio A Rapid Impact by Frank F. Atanacio July 06, 2009 $2.95 9681 words Sample 30%
A collection of Dark Poetry that will have a Rapid Impact on you. This collection covers War, Abuse, Fantasy, religion, and everything else that can offer you such a rapid impact check them out
Time Encapsulated - Sweet Somethings (Poetry of the Soul) by Dorothy Paula Freda Time Encapsulated - Sweet Somethings (Poetry of the Soul) by Dorothy Paula Freda June 29, 2009 $3.95 3957 words Sample 11%
Poetry from the Soul - Precious Moments - Sweet Somethings - Inspirational, Nostalgia, Religious, Romance, Sci/Fi and Fantasy. A Book of Poetry that has something for everyone, from precious moments in our lives to inspirational verse. Humor, tears and peace of mind and spirit. Time Encapsulated.
Instructions of the Spirit: poems & intimations by D. Patrick Miller Instructions of the Spirit: poems & intimations by D. Patrick Miller June 21, 2009 $6.95 8586 words Sample 30%
A volume of of 36 poems and “intimations” celebrating the challenges and mysteries of spiritual experience. “It is not easy to translate the experiences of the spiritual path into everyday language. Miller's poems record the colors and textures of his journey with skill, subtlety, and compassion." -- J. Ruth Gendler, THE BOOK OF QUALITIES
Vox Vibrato by Robert Hanshew Vox Vibrato by Robert Hanshew June 21, 2009 $3.99 15379 words Sample 25%
Robert strums with his poetry in this collection making a feedback racket. Vox Vibrato makes fun of conservative ideals with Robert's introspective style. Every day life has become ridiculous, and this collection is a portrait of the modern world. Join with him and laugh at the current state of the world instead of becoming frustrated by it!
Blink by Evan Skora Blink by Evan Skora May 30, 2009 Free! 220 words Read a sample
A look through the mirror.
My First Words by Matt Banks My First Words by Matt Banks May 29, 2009 $10.00 6859 words Sample 50%
This book contains various poems about my life, friends, and dreams. They are very simple and to the point. Some of them have really happend, and some are stories that I have developed feelings about. I hope to inspire others to write because I think some people think poetry is too hard.
Goodbye Forever by Ruben Escobedo Goodbye Forever by Ruben Escobedo May 29, 2009 Free! 211 words Read a sample
a small poem. first one actual putting out there for people. i'll be writing more.
A Perfect Mouse by Evan Skora A Perfect Mouse by Evan Skora May 09, 2009 Free! 179 words Read a sample
A look on the actuality vs. the reality and how we learn to love what we have.
I've Learned More Than U Can 4Get by Antwan Crisp I've Learned More Than U Can 4Get by Antwan Crisp May 05, 2009 Free! 1889 words Read a sample
A Collection of Poems. Including the usual suspect Love: Lost, found, lost and found and one sided. Take this journey and you'll learn more than the next person can ever forget. Although it's in the "fiction" section, these are true stories, "I don't write fiction books..." At least not yet. Sample Not Available As It's Only 12 Pages Of Poems.
Oranges by Evan Skora Oranges by Evan Skora April 22, 2009 Free! 153 words Read a sample
One small poem about one small fruit
The Arrival by JA Laflin The Arrival by JA Laflin April 16, 2009 $4.00 1719 words Sample 50%
What would the world look like through the eyes of visitors? In this free-form poem, men from another world arrive to observe and ultimately cast judgement upon the present state of the Planet Earth.
POETRY SHEET, VOL. 1, APRIL 09 by Carla Viniferi POETRY SHEET, VOL. 1, APRIL 09 by Carla Viniferi April 08, 2009 $1.99 584 words Sample 20%
Poetry Sheet is intended as an inexpensive, quick-to-read monthly publication for your reading pleasure born of my passion for words. Read it while you are downloading, on the mobile while the laundry is drying, and gentlemen, read it to your dates, they'll be impressed. Ponder, puzzle, and possess. And for godssakes, read it OUT LOUD!!
FAR AWAY AT HOME by David Bellarosa FAR AWAY AT HOME by David Bellarosa April 07, 2009 $4.00 9025 words Sample 15%
FAR AWAY AT HOME is a book of writing by a new American author, David Bellarosa. FAR AWAY AT HOME is the author's first published work.
Pomes - Older and Younger by John Thomas Ahearn Pomes - Older and Younger by John Thomas Ahearn March 15, 2009 $3.99 17430 words Sample 15%
Pomes, Older and Younger, a debut poetry collection from John Ahearn, offers a basket of poems that will stay long after they have been read, poems that manage to smile at the realities of love and life. John Ahearn believes that all the old forms are there to be used in the working poet's toolbox - that there is a form for every expression. His unsparing modern eye does the rest.
SOUL-FULL - Poetry by Leo Shelton SOUL-FULL - Poetry by Leo Shelton March 06, 2009 $5.97 7399 words Sample 25%
A love affair of two poets, through spiritual connections; a respect and admiration of an emotionally charged dialogue, that resonates both deep and true, through the movement of words. Another insightful, penetrating look into the mind, emotions, love and life of a very deep and personable writer.
RHYTHMS - Poetry and Muse by Leo Shelton RHYTHMS - Poetry and Muse by Leo Shelton March 06, 2009 $5.97 14265 words Sample 25%
RHYTHMS is the first book of poetry published by Tugson Press and author/owner Leo Shelton, and the winner of the 2008 IPPY Award Gold - 1st Place for Poetry. He writes about the realistic rhythms of life, lust, love and loss. He boldly carries the reader on a journey of emotions, through reflections, insights, and a dance, that is both uniquely his but shared by the reader—any reader.
Seconds To Die by Frank F. Atanacio Seconds To Die by Frank F. Atanacio Feb. 22, 2009 $3.95 11939 words Sample 30%
Compassionate poetry at times, but mostly flinching, and sometimes wickedly dark. Vivid as the characters you will read in every prose. It took us Millions of years to evolve, and just Seconds To Die!
Pretty/Sick Poems by Michael Edgerly Pretty/Sick Poems by Michael Edgerly Feb. 19, 2009 $2.00 1663 words Sample 10%
Poems created from 1983 to 2003. Dark with a twist of humor and exposing the reality that crawls it's way out from the stomach of human nature.
Last Breath by Frank F. Atanacio Last Breath by Frank F. Atanacio Feb. 09, 2009 $3.95 6707 words Sample 30%
When reading poetry you never really expect to feel the air leaving your body... but when you start turning the pages with this book... you'll start feeling your last breath leaving. Dark, Death poems will haunt your dreams. So sit back and enjoy the night terrors.
A Heartbeat, A Death Note by Evan Skora A Heartbeat, A Death Note by Evan Skora Feb. 08, 2009 Free! 580 words Read a sample
Poems about love
Where Have You Gone, Great Goddess? and Other Poems of Nature and the Spirit by Travis King Where Have You Gone, Great Goddess? and Other Poems of Nature and the Spirit by Travis King Feb. 07, 2009 $4.95 3310 words Sample 20%
The 25 poems in this collection by Pacific Northwest writer Travis King invite the reader to enjoy, through the poet's eyes, the natural wonders of the world, both physical and spiritual. Examining the nature of the seasons, the elements, the world around us, and religious beliefs, these poems perhaps answer the question posed within: Where have you gone, Great Goddess?
The Darkness and the Light and Other Poems by Travis King The Darkness and the Light and Other Poems by Travis King Feb. 07, 2009 $4.95 2960 words Sample 20%
The 25 poems in this collection by Pacific Northwest writer Travis King invite the reader to enter another realm — a realm of thoughts and visions both fantastic and surreal —a realm populated by demons, angels, ghosts, extraterrestrials, and more — a realm that exists just on the outskirts of our own, where shadows dance between the darkness and the light.
Breath in This Dust by Brad Wright Breath in This Dust by Brad Wright Jan. 31, 2009 You set the price! 4306 words Sample 20%
Poems of hope and darkness... esperanza y oscuridad.
During The End Of Days by Frank F. Atanacio During The End Of Days by Frank F. Atanacio Jan. 28, 2009 $3.95 5749 words Sample 25%
Dark Poetry that will haunt your dreams. Witches, drama, demons and Angels all battling during the end of days....
Sweet by Dave Morrison Sweet by Dave Morrison Jan. 25, 2009 You set the price! 11305 words Sample 50%
Hailed as 'A hearty weed in the garden of American poetry' Dave Morrison's work has been widely published in literary magazines and anthologies, and regularly featured on the Have Poems Will Travel radio program. Morrison describes his world with a photographer's eye and a pickpocket's touch, delivering poems packed with mischief, heartache and bruised optimism.
Pacific by Scott R. Welaert Pacific by Scott R. Welaert Jan. 25, 2009 $1.99 9329 words Sample 30%
Pacific is a poetic mix of Rent and Romeo and Juliet, where two star-crossed lovers, David and Marti, set out to fulfill their dying wish: see the Pacific Ocean. In his poetry collection, Scott R. Welvaert chronicles the pair's journey through the Black Hills, past Devil’s Tower, and to Cannon Beach. Before reaching their destination, they must first accept their fates and the past mistakes.
Bodywearers by Connie Colwell Miller Bodywearers by Connie Colwell Miller Jan. 25, 2009 $1.99 7163 words Sample 30%
Whether Connie Colwell Miller writes of a red-tailed hawk hunting for mice or a lover’s underwear crumpled on the floor, her voice is filled with a revealing breathe of candor. The poems in Bodywearers draw our attention to the small details in nature and of the body, often showing us beauty where we may not have expected it.
Alius Dies by Emed Malpom Alius Dies by Emed Malpom Jan. 24, 2009 Free! 181 words Read a sample
This is a short poem about life in the trenches for a soldier fighting in World War One. It is inspired by the works of Siegfried Sassoon.
Choosing Sides by Frank F. Atanacio Choosing Sides by Frank F. Atanacio Jan. 19, 2009 $3.95 5207 words Sample 25%
Mother’s tears, father’s fears, twice she ran away, always talking, so many angry words, but there was nothing to say. A Pick-up truck slowed on the road, just behind her. It was after mid-night, her options were thin, his tone almost flippant, as he demanded her to get in, with a stare so ice cold, the pick-up truck was hissing, and she did as she was told now see her Missing!
The Little Book of Horror Poems by Gregory D. Welch The Little Book of Horror Poems by Gregory D. Welch Jan. 17, 2009 You set the price! 3042 words Sample 25%
In the Little Book of Horror Poems, the nightmare emotion of Horror is the star crossed lover to the thing of ancient beauty---Poetry. And why not? They two were meant to be one, as lady Poetry is a woman of emotions, hungers, lustings, cravings, fears and love. Horror is her suitor, a thing of animal giving and animal taking. He come sin the dark and lonely hour. The time of our greatest needs...
Bless The Vampires by Frank F. Atanacio Bless The Vampires by Frank F. Atanacio Dec. 11, 2008 $3.95 9500 words Sample 35%
" Bless The Vampires, " She whispered with a tone so soft, Confused, he dropped her, fled into the dark night, because her blessings were filled with fright.
Comfort Zone Poetry by Comfort Zone Poetry by hlaxner July 25, 2008 Free! 540 words Read a sample
A collection of poems that tap into some of life's trying times and reveals one way to look at things.
Come, Wewoka & Diary of Medicine Flower by Edward C. Patterson Come, Wewoka & Diary of Medicine Flower by Edward C. Patterson May 30, 2008 $0.99 11161 words Sample 10%
The Trail of Tears left a deep mark on the Cherokee nation, a mark that still ripples through the descendants of that culture. It should also leave an indelible mark on the current conscience. Come, Wewoka - Poems on the Trail of Tears is a collection of heartfelt reflections on Cherokee culture during those days and after. Diary of Medicine Flower - Cherokee Aphorisms re modern Cherokee thoughts
The Closet Clandestine: a queer steps out by Edward C. Patterson The Closet Clandestine: a queer steps out by Edward C. Patterson May 30, 2008 $0.99 21419 words Sample 10%
A collection of seven poetry books (180 poems), The Closet Clandestine: a queer steps out, tracks a gay man's sensitivities to the strange world encountered both in and out of the real and poetic closet. Sensitive and bold, and sometimes shocking and, in all cases, lyrical, this is a journey from shy emergence to bold self-confidence.