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Human works by Jean-Pierre Makosso Human works by Jean-Pierre Makosso April 07, 2012 $9.10 14218 words Sample 30%
In this captivating collections of poems, Jean-Pierre Makosso presents an epic with heart, an african history through poetic prose, the griot in written form. It documents the black continent from its roots in a collectivist paradise, through slavery to present day post-colonialism.
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Sorti de l'école traditionnelle et familiale, scolarisé à l'école des blancs, Jean Pierre Makosso, dans son parcours pragmatique a pu écouter et observer. Tout au long de sa scolarité, il a bien vite affiché son goût pour le verbe. Il choisit de s'affirmer dans le théâtre, suivant une formation à Pointe-Noire, sa ville natale et cela pendant des années. Il fit ses premières apparitions dans de grandes oeuvres théâtrales où il occupa toujours des rôles principaux puis dirigea, après sa première tournée en Europe, un groupe de jeunes comédiens amateurs. Évoluant dans la Compagnie de théatre Punta-Negra, il effectua plusieurs voyages hors de son pays d'origine, le Congo-Brazzaville. Après sa dernière tournée mondiale en 1996, il ouvrit à Pointe-Noire un centre culturel francophone dénommé Espace Océan, centre de formation et d'encadrement des enfants et des jeunes à la tradition congolaise et à la culture franco-africaine qu'il dirigea jusqu'à l'an 2000. En 2001, il finit par élire résidence en Colombie britannique au Canada, plus précisement dans la ville de Gibsons sur la côte du soleil à quarante minutes de Vancouver.
Poems of Divine Inspiration & Hope by Erika Newton Poems of Divine Inspiration & Hope by Erika Newton April 07, 2012 $2.99 4591 words Sample 20%
Welcome to ‘Poems of Divine Inspiration & Hope’, the second of four volumes in the Christian Poetry Unleashed series. Most of the works in all four volumes of the series are compiled together for you in ‘Floetic Ascension of a Lotus – Christian Poetry, Prose & Spoken-Word’.
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Erika D. Newton grew up in the Western Edition of San Francisco, California. As a child of the 80’s, Erika unwillingly began to collect experiences that should have never been garnered by a child. Those same experiences pushed and pressed their way into her adulthood, but the story doesn’t end there. Erika has used her past as a launching pad into her beaming present and illustrious future. She is an Author, Floetic Lyricist/Songwriter who is truly inspired by God Himself. She ministers with vision and passion so that others may be lifted up, inspired and encouraged. With a heart for the youth, she is an active member of NewBirth Church in Pittsburg, CA, where she has served as a teacher for ‘Pre-Ignite’, a curriculum based Pre-Teen Youth ministry. She is currently working on releasing a Floetic music cd as a tribute to Jesus Christ – exalting His Name & honoring Him using the musical talents He has so graciously given her. As a testament of God’s faithfulness and divine healing, Erika’s goal is to allow God to use her to minister His Word in multiple mediums. She looks forward to writing more poetry, short stories and stage plays that will tug at the hearts of those who are lost and teetering precariously on the edge of hopelessness. Erika currently lives in Northern, CA and has four children and three grandchildren.
Verbal Alchemy by Michael N Thompson Verbal Alchemy by Michael N Thompson April 07, 2012 $3.99 5533 words Sample 10%
Deep inside the belly of the beast that's caked with the status quo, politically correct meat puppets in denial that the Los Angeles riots even happened, and suckerfish still living in an age when Kerouac ruled the roost, ‘Verbal Alchemy’ was born like a cell in a Petri dish.
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A Soft Place To Land by Nelson A Soft Place To Land by Nelson April 06, 2012 $1.99 594 words Sample 25%
From the author of If I Had Wings, Nelson presents his second volume of poetry, a collection of haiku. A master of the short form, Nelson's lyrical and ecstatic poetry sings again.
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Nelson is a poet and traveler, known for howling at the moon. A former street dog, he now lives with his mommy in the San Francisco Bay Area. His favorite bridge is the Golden Gate. His favorite airplane is a Boeing 747-400. IF I HAD WINGS is his first volume of poetry.
I was Made in America by Chad Johnson I was Made in America by Chad Johnson April 06, 2012 Free! 1716 words Read a sample
This is a book of poems about unemployment, the economy, and the 99% vs. 1%.
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Well I started this book journey while I was laid off and looking for work. I am a single father of a teenage daughter. I live in the mid-west and I am enjoying life even without being employed. Something good will happen to me. This is the very first time in my life I have ever done anything like this. I hope you find my writings amusing and fun.
The Cat's Nature - a poem for all ages by Robyn Pearce The Cat's Nature - a poem for all ages by Robyn Pearce April 06, 2012 Free! 128 words Read a sample
A poem for my kitten, Mimi, who is 1 today! Happy Birthday!
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Hello, my name is Robyn Pearce and I am 11 years old. I live in South Wales and I have 3 pets; a kitten named Mimi, a cat named Jiji and a grey, fluffy rabbit named Mr. H. My hobbies include singing, writing, reading, drawing Manga and browsing the internet. I like films like Corpse Bride, The Nightmare Before Christmas and Labyrinth. I also enjoy writing poetry. I hope you enjoy reading my e-Books and poems!
iDull by Kennie Kayoz iDull by Kennie Kayoz April 05, 2012 Free! 456 words Read a sample
Being Dull is similar to being bored, while feeling bored Kennie decided to write about his bored feelings in a non rhyming poetic way. As well as giving the world a glimpse into the mind of the man known as Kennie Kayoz
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50 Poems & Musings for Ropepullers by Elizabeth & William Hicks 50 Poems & Musings for Ropepullers by Elizabeth & William Hicks April 05, 2012 $0.99 13759 words Sample 30%
A collection of fifty poems & musings by couple, William & Elizabeth Hicks, along with their brother, Joseph Hicks. The writings are a combination of memories & imaginings inspired by real life events, people, art & books. They are free-form & are intended to be both fun & inspiring. They capture the imagination & pull the reader away from life's mundane work, which is symbolized by the rope.
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Elizabeth Emily Hicks and William Raymond Hicks, both natives of Southern California, are a husband and wife team who met through a transformational workshop environment. During much personal growth together, Elizabeth, a.k.a. Elise, and William were inspired to write Wings, The Journey Home. Elise and William are both students of history, psychology, self-empowerment, metaphysics and quantum physics. Their intention is to teach what they have learned in a fun and inspiring way. ‘Wings’ is their first published book, and they are working on several other books, including a book of poems, short stories, and musings.
Dark Matter by Curtis Ackie Dark Matter by Curtis Ackie April 05, 2012 Free! 2524 words Read a sample
Curtis Ackie is a young British-born novelist, short story writer and sometime poet, based in Zagreb, Croatia. His fiction is primarily concerned with the magic of dreams as escapism. Dark Matter is his captivating collection of spellbound poetry.
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Curtis Ackie is a young British-born novelist, short story writer and sometime poet, based in Zagreb, Croatia. His fiction is primarily concerned with the magic of dreams as escapism.
An American Papyrus by Steven Sills An American Papyrus by Steven Sills April 04, 2012 You set the price! 8769 words Sample 20%
This book of poetry was initially published by the New Poets Series in Baltimore Maryland and was favorably reviewed
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Steven David Justin Sills is a poet, novelist, and scholar of great books of the Western Canon. Review from the Arkansas Gazette: Papyrus: An Eloquent Ode to Life's Many Gritty Moments by Amy L. Wilson Arkansas Gazette Little Rock, Arkansas April 1990 An American Papyrus Steven Sills The Chestnut Hills Press Poetry Series 63 pages; $6.95 paperback Twenty-six poems make up this first published book by Steven Sills, 26, of Fayetteville. Sills' vision is often a dark one. He writes of the homeless, the abused, the forgotten people. He is also intrigued with the mystical, the sensual/sexual, loss--as in losing those whom we hold dear, such as a spouse or lover--as well as the lost, such as someone who is autistic, who seems unreachable. Sills' skillful use of the language to impart the telling moments of a life is his strength. He chooses his words carefully, employing a well-developed vocabulary. He is thoughtful about punctuation, where to break lines and when to make a new stanza. He's obviously well versed in "great" literature. Sills' command of language helps to soften the blows of some of the seamier passages found in his poems. Seamy may not be the best word to use. Perhaps gritty is a better word or just plain matter-of-fact and to the point, as in this descriptive passage from "Oracion A Traves De Gasshole," about the hopeless feelings of a respiratory therapy worker: "With the last of the air drawing in/ Begins to fold its walls; and he could imagine it/ Like he could imagine from inexact memories/ The woman last night at the hospital, whom he began to like---/ Her body pulling cell by cell/ Apart before he had a chance to finish the rescue with the hose." The book begins with "Post-Annulment2" a poem with a poignant description of society's displaced--"As the sun blazes upon the terminal's/ Scraped concrete/The shelved rows of the poor men"--and continues by describing a city scene through the eyes of a maintenance worker at the Hilton Hotel. The protagonist's wife has left him and he is taking the bus to work that morning, his mind wandering as he looks for the key to why she is gone. "He rings the bell. / The idea of her not home and legally annulled/ From his life--her small crotch not tightened to his desperate thrusts/ Makes him feel sick. He gets down from the bus./ He goes to work. He suddenly knows that he is not in love." As many poets will do, Sills could not leave this work alone. So a hybrid of this poem, "Post-Annulment" ends the book. In it, he has kept many of the original lines and added parenthetical remarks to expand on his ideas. It is in this context he allows himself to comment on religion: "Religion is a lie! Everything is a lie!" and on marriage: "Marriage, that sanctified legal rape, fosters the child-man to be a destined societal function as he grows up in the family unit." Not all of the poems are so bleak and cynical in every passage, however, as is apparent in "The San Franciscan's Night Meditations": "The night is full of impulses to live and run and seep heavily into its dark robes of silence and morbid rightness." People who do not feel comfortable examining in detail the darker side of life--the the details that the average person overlooks because it just hurts or feels to strange to look--will not enjoy this book. Serious writers of free verse, contemporary poetry and/or those who study it will not be disappointed. Sills, a native of Missouri, is a recent graduate of Southwest Missouri State University in Springfield. He currently is working in Fayetteville. Sills dedicated his book to Mike Burns, a poet and teacher at SMSU who helped him edit his work.
Depression, Suicide, & Self-Injury Quotes by Aaralyn Griffin Depression, Suicide, & Self-Injury Quotes by Aaralyn Griffin April 04, 2012 Free! 8601 words Read a sample
Just a bunch of quotes I liked on these topics. Most of them have credit given to their rightful creators, but several i couldnt find the creditors. If you find any that need to be fixed, please contact me right away, and I will fix it.
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hey, as the name says, i'm sierra :] i LOVE sweet food, anime, yummy food, food in general, i'm a vegitarian, and as you can see from this account, i like writing too
The Heart Of It All by Johnathan Jones The Heart Of It All by Johnathan Jones April 04, 2012 $3.95 10528 words Sample 15%
The Heart Of It All, is a book of poetry about Life, Love, Heaven, & Forever!
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"I am not one thing, I am so much more than just!" - Johnathan D. Jones
Personify This by Donald Enz Personify This by Donald Enz April 04, 2012 $2.99 3877 words Sample 25%
A poetry book where the poems may have several meanings, depending upon whether you are reading the words with, or without the personification. Both interpretations make sense, but the personified version makes the reader use their imaginations. In some cases, even the author has to work at keeping the persons, objects, and whatever else is personified, straight.
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I was born in 1946 and raised in central Illinois. During my youth, I was lucky to be able to visit my parent's families each summer in two very small towns and had, in my opinion, free range over what I did. It was a great and unique experience that allowed my imagination to grow wild. I started to write and paint at a very early age and have been lucky to be able to continue my creativity my entire life. To do so has caused many difficulties at times, but I wouldn't trade a second of it. Being creative and being able to express myself in paintings, sculptures, and writing has made me a better person. I recommend creative freedom to everyone. I have a BS degree in English, an MA in sculpture, and an MFA in ceramics.
Five Poems About God by Marina Rojas Five Poems About God by Marina Rojas April 04, 2012 Free! 1064 words Read a sample
Five random short poems about God
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A child of the 60’s, Marina Rojas grew up in a family that was more crazy than dysfunctional, and today survives as a testimony to love and laughter because of it. Working currently as a freelance writer with several releases on Smashwords.com, she's loving writing her own personal blog at http://marinarojasfreelancewriterandauthor.weebly.com/, while guest-blogging at SuccessandFailure.com, and tackling a new blog for ChristianWriters.com. Marina is retired from 28.5 years with the State of California Employment Development Department where she worked as a manager in unemployment insurance, and has written stories for, and worked as an editor for FaithWriters Magazine. A short story called Will I Have the Right Shoes? was published in the Fall 2004 Edition of the FaithWriters Christian book Learning for Life. Most recently, her FaithWriters story 'A-Running With Moses' took first place in her division of the weekly writing challenge. Marina also worked at her dream job, writing local interest stories for the Press Enterprise newspaper in Riverside, CA. She is now reliving her childhood and tumultuous teen years in her stories, and writing her very own great American novel while she awaits the birth of her fourth grandchild. Life is good!
Quiltverse Volume 1 by Jacquie Scuitto Quiltverse Volume 1 by Jacquie Scuitto April 04, 2012 $4.99 5374 words Sample 25%
This is a selection of light verse by Jacquie Scuitto, aka The Muse, relating to quilting and quilters.
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Born and grew up in Maine, attended college and lived in upstate New York, then in Italy and Germany for 25 years. Returned to the States and spent 16 years on Long Island before moving to Vermont in 2003. Started quilting in 1991 and after joining several on-line quilting groups began writing light verse inspired by what was being discussed there. With award winning quilter Ann Fahl 'A Black and White Tale' with her quilts and my verses was published last year. I now live with two cats in a small Vermont city and make quilts for Project Linus and communicate with many friends through the Internet. I also make regular trips to Germany where my two daughters and 6 grandchildren still live.
Year Of The Slow Empire by Brian Williams Year Of The Slow Empire by Brian Williams April 04, 2012 Free! 1986 words Read a sample
In a year of going to places of interest, a writer finds his joy.
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Just a writer sometimes called Billy.
Orville and the Candy Wrapper by Rosemary Sadler Orville and the Candy Wrapper by Rosemary Sadler April 03, 2012 $0.99 733 words Sample 40%
This is a children’s story in poetry form The story of Orville and the trouble he gets into when someone forgets to put their litter in the trash can. Poor Orville tries to catch the candy wrapper but gets into all sorts of scrapes doing so.
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About the Author: Rosemary Sadler Born in Yorkshire, England and now resident in New Zealand. As a child I enjoyed writing poetry and short stories; however a busy life as a Mother then Grandmother put my writing on hold. Although I have had some poetry pieces published in compilation books. It is only the last few years that I have been writing in earnest again - mostly poetry and a few short stories. It is due to the encouragement of dear friends that I have decided to publish some of my work here on Smashwords. Some children’s poetry but mostly poetry that will reach out to others and touch their hearts. I hope you will enjoy reading my ebooks.
My Thoughts (selected poems 1) by Saint Virgin Peter My Thoughts (selected poems 1) by Saint Virgin Peter April 03, 2012 Free! 1597 words Read a sample
short selection of dark poetry
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Pool of Confusion by Patricia Diaz Pool of Confusion by Patricia Diaz April 03, 2012 $0.99 360 words
The struggles and trials we go through in life are many times categorized. Unknowingly we easily judge. Not knowing that the world is not always black and white, and there is an underlying gray area.
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I'm in the beginning stages of my writing career. I love to write to inspire people, and make a difference in their lives. I concentrate on writing Children's Books. I also write poetry. The simple things in life are what inspire me and feed to my creativness. I aspire to one day become a well known writer. Until then, I write what is on my mind and put together stories,that will hopefully last through time and be relatable to others.
“One second wonder, five second act” by Patricia Diaz “One second wonder, five second act” by Patricia Diaz April 03, 2012 $0.99 440 words
In a few seconds, the winding thoughts and emotions that flood us when we exchange that very first contact of magic. So innocent, yet something very deep that opens many doors. A sweet poem of first experience.
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I'm in the beginning stages of my writing career. I love to write to inspire people, and make a difference in their lives. I concentrate on writing Children's Books. I also write poetry. The simple things in life are what inspire me and feed to my creativness. I aspire to one day become a well known writer. Until then, I write what is on my mind and put together stories,that will hopefully last through time and be relatable to others.
Beautify, Oh : fifty-one poems by Mark Turner Beautify, Oh : fifty-one poems by Mark Turner April 03, 2012 $2.00 7916 words Sample 20%
Fifty-one poems sifted from 14 years of art, theater, filmmaking and contemplation. Childhood memories, deep space, history, theology, and life in the forest are capsulated under 8 headings. Links are included to view films featuring some in the sound tracks. Background is offered for each by date and place of writing and, for many, scripture references which were formative in their composition.
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Mark Turner is a visual artist, filmmaker, writer and artistic leader. He has produced and taught on five continents as the director of Horizon Gate Productions, a non-profit arts organization which he co-founded with his wife in 1981. His emphasis has been in multi-media to tell stories and produce contemplative experiences using his visuals, poetry and soundtracks. He is currently creating tangible and digital art of inspirational and metaphorical images which he then re-purposes as motion graphics films with rich sound tracks of his poetry, sound effects and music. All this is exhibited together in a conversational atmosphere called the "Film Gallery Cafe" which can be booked in many venues.
How Clarence McCafferty Prayed the Mass by Geraldine Glodek How Clarence McCafferty Prayed the Mass by Geraldine Glodek April 03, 2012 Free! 290 words Sample 40%
The villanelle is a form often used for serious subjects like Dylan Thomas's poem to his dying father, "Do Not Go Gentle into That Good Night." As a child, Glodek heard an old man in the pew behind her describing a baseball game to his buddy. "Clarence" rushed in making the sign of the cross and saying all in one breath,"Name-uhduh fodder son holy ghost amen d'ja watch the Yankee game yesterday?"
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Please click on Geraldine Glodek's personal web page link for information on her new novel, THE MISSING PORTRAIT. Publication date of the first edition (hardcover and paperback) was December 8, 2011 by Echolocation Press, Canada. Geraldine Glodek, born in the anthracite coal region of Pennsylvania, is the also the author of NINE BELLS AT THE BREAKER: AN IMMIGRANT'S STORY (Barn Peg Press, 1998. Her writing has appeared in numerous publications.
Two Poems by K Kishmot Two Poems by K Kishmot April 03, 2012 Free! 526 words Read a sample
Two poems by K Kishmot
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K.Kishmot was born in Tehran somewhere in the late nineteen sixties or early seventies. He is British and Iranian, half and half. For a long time he lived in London. He has written a number of screenplays and made short films. He has also written songs. Ghosts Haunt Aftermaths is Kishmot's second novel. It was finished ostensibly in 2001 but Ghosts Haunt Aftermaths is only now nearly ready. Kishmot abandoned his third novel, To Find Love You Must Climb a Thornbush of Roses but around the same time he was creating a children's story. Kishmot's first novel Ten Days to Remus was written when he was sixteen and was a work of science-fiction. Kishmot is at work on his fourth novel, about the culture of billionaires and humanity's love-hate relationship with war. He is writing a new children's book and is planning to get back to film. Kishmot is again also writing screenplays and working on a few electronic ambient pieces of music.
Feed Me Your Virgins by German Alcala Feed Me Your Virgins by German Alcala April 03, 2012 Free! 2863 words Read a sample
Sex & Death Poetry. Sequel to Feed Me Your Children.
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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
The Sun Shan't Set on Me! Poems from My Younger Days (Ages 16 to 23) by Dustin M. Weber The Sun Shan't Set on Me! Poems from My Younger Days (Ages 16 to 23) by Dustin M. Weber April 02, 2012 $4.99 19763 words Sample 20%
A poetry anthology comprised of seventy-three poems that the author had written between the ages of sixteen and twenty-three.
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I'm a former English teacher from northeastern Illinois who FINALLY jumped ship with the whole e-book publishing scene in March 2012. Fiction is my specialty (although I return to my roots as a poet every now and then as well), and my interests are diverse. I aim not only to entertain my readers, but also to inspire them from time to time through my writing. Feel free to check my work on Smashwords.com to find out for yourself.
Cascade Failure by Marc Ironwood Cascade Failure by Marc Ironwood April 02, 2012 Free! 445 words Read a sample
A few short poems
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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.
Walking Before You Run by Angelique LaFontaine Walking Before You Run by Angelique LaFontaine April 02, 2012 $2.99 9505 words Sample 20%
This is a poetry compilation of 75 poems written over a period of time from childhood to young adult. These poems are compiled in no particular order but the progression of maturity in the content and style of each poem clearly identifies relative age and mentality when written. Thru the eyes of a child and then thru the eyes as that child ages.
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My name Angelique LaFontaine. I was born in Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin. I'm 32 years old and currently live in Dallas, TX. I am employed as a Mechanical Engineer but spend much of my time painting and writing I have been building my work collection for the last 15 years and it includes paintings, sketches, poetry compilations, novels, digital short stories and much more. I do not limit my writing to one specific genre but I tend to lean more toward fiction fantasy. I love the idea of not having boundaries when writing. If you can think it, in my story, it could happen. In 2008, I released my first poetry compilation. This collection was entitled Walking Before You Run. It is a collection of 75 poems that I've written over the years. In 2010 I released Sandstone and Mirrors: The Crossover. I have many more books and short stories that I am preparing to release. Besides writing, I love to paint and sketch. I enjoy working with acrylic mainly but from time to time, work with other mediums. Currently my work is being displayed in the Little Elm Library in Little Elm TX. It has been rotated throughout different locations in the Dallas area. Please see my website at www.AngeliqueArtWork.com for any updates.
Yorick Magazine Spring 2012 Vol. I Issue 1 by Yorick Magazine Yorick Magazine Spring 2012 Vol. I Issue 1 by Yorick Magazine April 01, 2012 Free! 12346 words Read a sample
Our first issue. Poetry by Heather Mallet, Kelsey Opalack, L.E.J. Rasser, and Cody Steinhauer. Prose by Jon Adams, Christian Belland, Adrien Bloom, L.E.J. Rasser, and Corey Watson.
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The Team! Editor-in-Chief - Alex Grover Alex is an English and Education dual-major at Rowan University with an Honors Concentration and a concentration in Creative Writing. As well as editing submissions for Yorick Magazine, he works on the staff of Avant, Rowan's literary magazine. Senior Editor - Cody Steinhauer Cody is a debutante of the fine arts, a title he has gained by destroying old pianos with dual hammers and writing poetry, which he recites at rustic coffee shops in New Jersey. He created Yorick Magazine for the purpose of giving literary opportunities to all who deserve them.
i made you a tape. by TygerLily Ernst Wonch i made you a tape. by TygerLily Ernst Wonch April 01, 2012 $4.99 1626 words Sample 20%
Music is such a huge part of my life so I created a chapbook of poetry written by music and inspired by words found in the individual lyrics. The song that inspired the poem can be found below the work. Take a moment and play the song while reading the poem to see where my inspiration came from.
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TygerLily Ernst Wonch is a native of Illinois and has studied creative writing at the University of Nebraska. In 2004, her stream of consciousness writing style won her the Prairie Schooner scholarship for poetry at the Nebraska Writers Workshop. TygerLily's work has appeared in Red Fez #35, Girls with Insurance, The Smoking Poet, Thieves Jargon and other publications. In addition, she is the author of the chapbooks "Urban Tumbleweed" and "i made you a tape" and is currently busy working on a comic book series titled "Myles: The Real Boy".
Urban Tumbleweed. by TygerLily Ernst Wonch Urban Tumbleweed. by TygerLily Ernst Wonch April 01, 2012 $0.99 4494 words Sample 20%
A chapbook containing poems inspired by the travels of the TygerLily Ernst Wonch. From Vermont to New Mexico. From homelessness to happiness. Each poem takes you down a path...where it ends, who knows?
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TygerLily Ernst Wonch is a native of Illinois and has studied creative writing at the University of Nebraska. In 2004, her stream of consciousness writing style won her the Prairie Schooner scholarship for poetry at the Nebraska Writers Workshop. TygerLily's work has appeared in Red Fez #35, Girls with Insurance, The Smoking Poet, Thieves Jargon and other publications. In addition, she is the author of the chapbooks "Urban Tumbleweed" and "i made you a tape" and is currently busy working on a comic book series titled "Myles: The Real Boy".
Failure by Kennie Kayoz Failure by Kennie Kayoz April 01, 2012 Free! 641 words Read a sample
This book contains a bunch of short poems written by Kennie Kayoz, each poem describes at a short length how he feels he's failed in life... All of what you read is true. This is a very personal release done by Kennie.
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Psalms for A New Age by Thomas Bartow Psalms for A New Age by Thomas Bartow April 01, 2012 $2.99 6013 words Sample 5%
Thomas Bartow suffered a life changing accident that left him with damage to his body and a thirst to make his physical life significant and meaningful. Bartow takes the reader on his devout journey to become whole through Psalms for a New Age.
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Nobody Died Laughing: Poems of Witness to Millennia of Madness Against the Jews by Herb Brin Nobody Died Laughing: Poems of Witness to Millennia of Madness Against the Jews by Herb Brin March 31, 2012 $4.99 10107 words Sample 20%
Light, joyful poetry you will not find here, but poems infused with passion, pain, and indignation, as Herb Brin sweeps through millennia of Jewish history. He encompasses the passing of human life, conveying the innocence of childhood, the agonies of childbirth, the sorrows of aging.
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Herb Brin (1915 – 2003) was born and raised in Chicago. Herb was an investigative reporter for the City News Bureau and Los Angeles Times, a world-recognized poet, and pioneering Jewish journalist. He founded the Heritage, a chain of Jewish community newspapers spanning southern California, where he served as editor, publisher and columnist. His books include: Conflicts, My Spanish Years, Wild Flowers, Nobody Died Laughing, Poems from the Rubio, Ich bin Ein Jude, and Justice, Justice. He is survived by three sons, Stan, David and Dan.
Wild Flowers: From a Garden of Jewish Verse by Herb Brin Wild Flowers: From a Garden of Jewish Verse by Herb Brin March 31, 2012 $4.99 7778 words Sample 20%
Songs of love, songs of war, songs of faith. An unusual collection of poems reflecting the dreams and sense of wonder of a gifted Jewish poet who conveys the tenderness of man’s agonies and loves, his despairs and his hopes, his failings and dreams. Herb Brin’s poems resonate with a deep sense of history, from the battlegrounds of World War II to the tragedy of the Holocaust.
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Herb Brin (1915 – 2003) was born and raised in Chicago. Herb was an investigative reporter for the City News Bureau and Los Angeles Times, a world-recognized poet, and pioneering Jewish journalist. He founded the Heritage, a chain of Jewish community newspapers spanning southern California, where he served as editor, publisher and columnist. His books include: Conflicts, My Spanish Years, Wild Flowers, Nobody Died Laughing, Poems from the Rubio, Ich bin Ein Jude, and Justice, Justice. He is survived by three sons, Stan, David and Dan.
All Summer Long by Roger Dale Trexler All Summer Long by Roger Dale Trexler March 31, 2012 $1.99 10563 words Sample 20%
A collection of poetry I wrote over the summer of 2007. I began on the first day of summer and ended on the last day of summer. In between, I explored the heartache and the joy of lost love and the rebirth of hope.
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Born and raised in southern Illinois, Roger Dale Trexler has published over 100 short stories in various print and online magazines and several novels via assorted publishers. His first e-book, CITY OF BLINDING LIGHTS, is available at www.crossroadpress.com.
Rain after Wind by Masaaki Kimura Rain after Wind by Masaaki Kimura March 31, 2012 $1.99 109 words Sample 20%
「風が吹いて雨が降った日」（Rain after Wind) 木村正明の日本語の詩画集2作目。 どんなにたわいのない詩でも、すべての詩は魂の叫びです。私の魂の叫びを聞いてください。俳句のように短い詩がほとんどですが、長くて少しくどい詩もあります。性格が出てしまうんですね。 それぞれの詩に私が描いた抽象画がついています。画像といっしょにしたので、文字が少しぼやけているかもしれませんが、それも味わいと、許してください。
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I was born in Japan in 1955. I have been writing poems, painting abstracts and playing improvisational flute music since 1971. I started writing in English after I stayed in Southern California for 7 months in 1976.
Literature Style Of Poetry by william house Literature Style Of Poetry by william house March 30, 2012 $0.99 2028 words Sample 20%
This ebook is base on life, poetry, literature, style,technique, wars, battles, armies, troops, leaders, soldiers, units and many more.
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William Sahir House, born on nov 20, 1979, i been writing poetry,art books,literature,non-fiction novels and more about ten yrs and i just want to share my work to the world.
Find Your Self before you find Yourself by Yourself by Frank Rauscher Find Your Self before you find Yourself by Yourself by Frank Rauscher March 30, 2012 You set the price! 14329 words Sample 13%
It has been my repeated intuition that "If Jesus and Lao Tsu were to have met, they would quickly have been good friends. Instead of translations, apologies or logical arguments regarding spiritual matters, the focus of this little book, is a sincere journey to capture inspirationally, the Spiritual and Social intent of both Jesus and Lao Tsu. A journey with the goal of self realization.
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Poetry Seas by Lisa Scharkow Poetry Seas by Lisa Scharkow March 29, 2012 $0.99 1910 words
This book consists of poems that use elements of nature to poems that spur the emotions.
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I am originally from Michigan, which is where I currently reside. I write poetry and short stories, and I am currently at work on my first novel. My education extends to the graduate level, as I have a Bachelor of Arts and two Master of Arts degrees in education. I have also been in the United States Army and the United States Naval Reserves and have had the opportunity to travel to many places including living in Germany for two years. Welcome to my profile, and I hope you enjoy your reading.
Jinas Dikter by Jina Gustafsson Jinas Dikter by Jina Gustafsson March 29, 2012 Free! 1376 words Read a sample
Dikter om kärleken och livet. Mörka och ljusa dikter.
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Jinas Gedichtesammlung by Jina Gustafsson Jinas Gedichtesammlung by Jina Gustafsson March 29, 2012 Free! 1135 words Read a sample
Eine Sammlung meiner Gedichte
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Loss of a Beloved Horse by CE Foxwell Loss of a Beloved Horse by CE Foxwell March 29, 2012 $1.57 1383 words Sample 20%
a collection of poems written following the loss of my beloved horse and friend of 19 years.
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BECAUSE SO MUCH IS RIDING ON YOUR UNICYCLE by Fowlpox Press BECAUSE SO MUCH IS RIDING ON YOUR UNICYCLE by Fowlpox Press March 28, 2012 Free! 2167 words Sample 20%
This chapbook is to poetry what the Loch Ness Monster is to toddler reading time. Enjoy.
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Fowlpox Press presents poetry which rewards readers who aren't afraid to dig deep. Read the reviews here to get a sense of what we publish.
Brothers On Life by Matt Czuchry, Mike Czuchry Brothers On Life by Matt Czuchry, Mike Czuchry March 28, 2012 $4.99 10564 words Sample 15%
Brothers On Life™ is a journey into the mind and soul told through personal reflections, childhood photographs, and the stories of two brothers, actor Matt Czuchry (“The Good Wife” & “Gilmore Girls”) and psychology professor Dr. Mike Czuchry. What will you uncover about your own life when tapping into the essence of the collective?
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MATT CZUCHRY Having spent twelve years as an actor in film, television, and on stage, Matt Czuchry brings his unique perspective on the human experience to BROTHERS ON LIFE™. EDUCATION: College of Charleston, 1999. Graduated Summa Cum Laude. Matt Czuchry received the Bishop Robert Smith Award upon graduation from College of Charleston. This award is the highest honor given to a graduating senior and represents valued contributions in academics, sports, and throughout the Charleston South Carolina community. CAREER HIGHLIGHTS: Czuchry is currently filming his third season on the two time Emmy® nominated drama, THE GOOD WIFE. Czuchry received the 2011 Entertainment Weekly Best Supporting Actor EWwy and has earned SAG ensemble nominations in 2010, 2011, and 2012 for his work on the hit series. In 2009, Czuchry played the lead character of Tucker Max in I HOPE THEY SERVE BEER IN HELL. The book by the same name was a New York Times bestseller for three years and remains a cult classic. In 2008, Czuchry starred in the second season of the critically acclaimed television series FRIDAY NIGHT LIGHTS. In 2007, Czuchry was on stage in the title role of Wendy Wasserstein’s West Coast premier run of the play THIRD. Beginning in 2004, Czuchry spent three seasons as the character Logan Huntzberger on the hit series GILMORE GIRLS. Czuchry received three Teen Choice nominations for his role on the beloved series. MIKE CZUCHRY Mike Czuchry is currently an Assistant Professor of Psychology at a small liberal arts college in Texas. He has over fifteen years of teaching and research experience. He has received both teaching and research awards from students and colleagues. Mike has over twenty peer-reviewed publications, and over ninety combined presentations at regional, national, and international conferences.
Yesterdays Children by Jackie Williams Yesterdays Children by Jackie Williams March 28, 2012 $1.25 4315 words Sample 20%
A book of hard hitting how it is poetry. No hearts and flowers here, only broken ones. Closed doors hide many secrets. Read if you Care!
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Jackie is a wife, mother and grandmother who loves writing horror.
Final Mask by Russell Buker Final Mask by Russell Buker March 28, 2012 $3.99 4650 words Sample 20%
"A fine book. Poems of advice and encouragement..." --Ron Cuddy
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Like Gwendolyn by Dakota Avenue West Publishing Like Gwendolyn by Dakota Avenue West Publishing March 28, 2012 $0.99 5892 words Sample 15%
Like Gwendolyn, Andrea Daniel’s debut book of poetry, epitomizes nearly forty years of her life as a poet. Like Gwendolyn is divided into four chapters chronicling the significant events of her life. It is the legacy of poet Gwendolyn Brooks and the beauty of her work that inspired the completion of this book.
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Les Études - The Nature Series: Samples by Oluwatosin Ojumu Les Études - The Nature Series: Samples by Oluwatosin Ojumu March 27, 2012 Free! 2938 words Read a sample
Samples from the ebooks in Les Études - The Nature Series. These include the following Études: SkyScapes, Mountains, Sunsets, Maritime, Deserts. A full ebook in its own right, Les Études - The Nature Series: Samples is perfect for getting a burst of colour and spice into your day, and also for getting a flavour of the Études!
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My full name is Oluwatosin Oreoluwa Ojumu. I am a born again Christian writer, blogger and webdesigner. I write under a few different pen names, some of which are variations of my own name. Under this name "Oluwatosin Ojumu", I write mainstream (non faith-based) contemplative poetry and literary fiction. My poetry is mostly inspired by nature, and art, and beauty, and themes of memory, imagination, time, consciousness and explorations of other abstract concepts. I am currently writing a range of "Études" or "Studies" based on some of these concepts. My fiction is largely based on and inspired by existing classic works from great authors like George Eliot, Charles Dickens, Jane Eyre. Under "Tosin Ojumu", (the shortened version of my first name) I write mostly Christian material. I am producing an open translation of the Bible (New Testament) called "The Open Bible". I also write articles about my opinions on various Church and Christian matters, and I maintain a blog about my expectations and hopes for Christian marriage called "Finding Mr Huggie-Wuggie". This is also the pen-name I use for other non-fiction, including opinion articles about issues unrelated to my faith. Under my middle name "Ore Oluwa" I plan to publish works about creative arts and crafts - hopefully coming soon! I also plan to publish a few works under completely anonymous pen-names....! ;)
Les Études - The Nature Series: Full Collection by Oluwatosin Ojumu Les Études - The Nature Series: Full Collection by Oluwatosin Ojumu March 27, 2012 $2.99 4775 words
"Les Études - The Nature Series: Full Collection" is a compilation of Ebooks from the Études - Nature series including the following Études - Skyscapes, Mountains, Sunsets, Maritime and Deserts. Full Samples of the work are available in the free Ebook: "Les Études - The Nature Series: Samples"
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My full name is Oluwatosin Oreoluwa Ojumu. I am a born again Christian writer, blogger and webdesigner. I write under a few different pen names, some of which are variations of my own name. Under this name "Oluwatosin Ojumu", I write mainstream (non faith-based) contemplative poetry and literary fiction. My poetry is mostly inspired by nature, and art, and beauty, and themes of memory, imagination, time, consciousness and explorations of other abstract concepts. I am currently writing a range of "Études" or "Studies" based on some of these concepts. My fiction is largely based on and inspired by existing classic works from great authors like George Eliot, Charles Dickens, Jane Eyre. Under "Tosin Ojumu", (the shortened version of my first name) I write mostly Christian material. I am producing an open translation of the Bible (New Testament) called "The Open Bible". I also write articles about my opinions on various Church and Christian matters, and I maintain a blog about my expectations and hopes for Christian marriage called "Finding Mr Huggie-Wuggie". This is also the pen-name I use for other non-fiction, including opinion articles about issues unrelated to my faith. Under my middle name "Ore Oluwa" I plan to publish works about creative arts and crafts - hopefully coming soon! I also plan to publish a few works under completely anonymous pen-names....! ;)
You Finally Made It by laurence imel You Finally Made It by laurence imel March 27, 2012 You set the price! 5391 words Sample 20%
This is a compilation of certain excerpts of my poetry from the year 2010 to 2011. The work is just a mixture of personal and creative works in order to entertain and enlighten the reader.
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My Name is Laurence Imel and I am 29 years old. I have been writing for 15 years. Born on August 7'Th, 1982 to Laurence Robert Imel Sr. and Vernice Jean Gaylor, he is the product of hard struggle and good moral raising. His poetry is inspired from all sources, and takes on everything from Tupac Shakur to The Wu Tang Clan and singers such as Mary J. Blige; Sade, Desree, and other greats. He espeicially takes from the gospel heritage that his mother and father have left him.