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Legacy of an Ex-Slave, in Poetry, The Arts of Screaming by Jeffrey Perry Legacy of an Ex-Slave, in Poetry, The Arts of Screaming by Jeffrey Perry Dec. 06, 2009 $3.49 11847 words Sample 10%
It is extremely difficult to open a discussion on race, even today in America, with the election of an Afro-American President. I cannot and thus, will not try. However, through my poetry here in Legacy of an Ex-slave, I will express my views on matters of race. Slavery is a topic that is difficult to talk about, but out of the due respect for those for who were enslaved, we must!
The Haiku Collection by Monica P The Haiku Collection by Monica P Dec. 08, 2009 $0.99 478 words Sample 15%
This is a collection of haiku poetry, that will absorb the reader with its style and subject variety.
2001 Poetry Collection by Monica P 2001 Poetry Collection by Monica P Dec. 08, 2009 $0.99 1060 words Sample 50%
This is a unique collection of poetry which differs in styles. It is simple poetry, which is perfect for the learning teenager who is just wanting an easy to read introduction into the world of poetry.
Unicorn Junkie by M.R. Barnsley Unicorn Junkie by M.R. Barnsley Dec. 09, 2009 $0.99 5879 words Sample 25%
This first collection of poems from M.R. Barnsley is filled with profanity, vulgarities and explicit knowledge that only a few people should read. Are you one of those people? Why don't you find out for yourself...
Camel Droppings by Jill Martin Camel Droppings by Jill Martin Dec. 10, 2009 Free! 251 words Read a sample
If the Wise Men ever came to Sheffield... NB: this book contains examples of Yorkshire dialect - they are not typos!
Poetic License Suspended by Michael Wilson Poetic License Suspended by Michael Wilson Dec. 11, 2009 $24.95 11633 words Sample 25%
A string of poetic tales, about my life, my love and, my Lord... Observations in scales, of mortal plight, once we chance, accord... Imagination pales, and yet just might, share a glance, of more... Propping powerful sails, from my short life, happenstance, galore!
De la herida a la gloria, la poesía completa de Clara Lair by Clara Lair De la herida a la gloria, la poesía completa de Clara Lair by Clara Lair Dec. 11, 2009 $9.99 33508 words Sample 20%
Clara Lair, seudónimo tras el cual Mercedes Negrón Muñoz escribió un conjunto de los más bellos versos de la literatura hispanoamericana, toman vida nuevamente en esta edición de De la herida a la gloria, la obra poética de Clara Lair, prologada por la doctora Mercedez López-Baralt. Rescatados del olvido, ahora su poesía está accesible para los que deseen descubrir sus misterios.
OUR FUTURE - A POEM COLLECTION by Charles Elford OUR FUTURE - A POEM COLLECTION by Charles Elford Dec. 13, 2009 Free! 1092 words Read a sample
This collection of poems ranges from humor to nature to spiritual inspiration. A set of 9 original poems. Suitable for all ages.
Darkness Filtered Through The Somber Forest by Frank F. Atanacio Darkness Filtered Through The Somber Forest by Frank F. Atanacio Dec. 14, 2009 $1.95 6163 words Sample 25%
The moon floated in silent whisper watching the earth as it felt the sun, hazing, blazing, around it, the moon wanted to leave space, it was ashamed of the Human Race, it wanted to hurl itself into the cold depths of space, it felt the disgrace.
Vice Verses: a book of rhymin' crime by j guevara Vice Verses: a book of rhymin' crime by j guevara Dec. 14, 2009 $2.99 21754 words Sample 30%
Poetry should make one laugh, cry, ponder, think So I wrote this book of poems About everything including the kitchen sink "Not since me has poetry suffered such indignity" Ali
We Had Our Best Discussions In The Bathtub by Eloquent Books We Had Our Best Discussions In The Bathtub by Eloquent Books Dec. 15, 2009 $9.95 2867 words Sample 5%
Selected poetry by Dean Davies
Poems That Sing by French Masters by Leon Schwartz Poems That Sing by French Masters by Leon Schwartz Dec. 15, 2009 $5.95 10155 words Sample 20%
A collection of fifteen poets representative of their times and their stature in French poetry. Translated by Leon Schwartz, a professor of French at California State University. Schwartz remained as faithful as he could to particular schemes of rime and meter, as well as the sound play, imagery, and meaning of each poem. Themes include life's beauties, the emotions of love, and the pain of loss.
Postcards From My Mind by Christopher Setterlund Postcards From My Mind by Christopher Setterlund Dec. 17, 2009 $2.99 50671 words Sample 50%
Postcards From My Mind is the first collection of my own personal poetry and song lyrics written over a ten year span from 1996-2006. They explore the vast range of emotions felt through the late teen years and into the twenty-something age. Anybody can relate to what I have written.
Belles poésies de cÅ“ur et de corps by Dallys-Tom Medali Belles poésies de cÅ“ur et de corps by Dallys-Tom Medali Dec. 19, 2009 $8.67 10879 words Sample 20%
Le recueil embrasse les deux choses les plus belles et les plus importantes du monde : l’amour et le sexe. L’amour est le divin commandement, pour tous les êtres. Il est l’élan des coeurs reconnaissant leur unité originelle. Son corolaire, le sexe, même s’il demeure hélas encore un tabou pour beaucoup de peuples, a un rôle fondamental à jouer dans toute société humaine.
A Slight of Prayer by Mochamad Ghafur A Slight of Prayer by Mochamad Ghafur Dec. 20, 2009 You set the price! 3352 words Sample 50%
This is my first poetry in English. I used to write poems in Indonesian, but I love a challenge so I tried to write a poem in another form of a language. Even so, these poems are not the translations of my poems in Indonesian. I have anxiety in love, war, God and even of the universe in which we live. I hope you enjoy it. Thank you.
My Father's Gloves by David Spiering My Father's Gloves by David Spiering Dec. 30, 2009 $1.99 4782 words Sample 30%
My Father’s Gloves touches on that most conflicted of family bonds, the one between fathers and sons. With a hauntingly painful voice, Spiering explores the burdensome yoke of a father’s expectations and the struggles a son must face as he grows into manhood. His poems are accessible and wrought with emotions, his descriptions subtle in their complexity, and his pace slow yet deliberate.
Father, I am Waiting by the River by Trevor Spangle Father, I am Waiting by the River by Trevor Spangle Dec. 31, 2009 $8.00 6097 words Sample 50%
A coming of age book of poems juxtaposing the ideas of bastardization within religion and individuals, and traditional gender roles that exist within culture.
Cherished Pulse: Unconventional Love Poetry by Magdalena Ball Cherished Pulse: Unconventional Love Poetry by Magdalena Ball Jan. 03, 2010 $3.95 2889 words Sample 30%
Cherished Pulse, by Carolyn Howard-Johnson and Magdalena Ball, contains twenty poems which look at love from a wise, mature, sensitive perspective. Never sentimental (forget Hallmark), the poems explore love in its many guises -- cherish, longing, sensuality, and that sacred place between desire and consumation.
For the Love and Lover in You by Paul Bennett For the Love and Lover in You by Paul Bennett Jan. 04, 2010 $2.99 21714 words Sample 50%
Poetry of romance, sensuality, intimacy and love for the Us and We, not the I and Me. For the Love and Lover in You will allow you to feel the things you want to say to your lover. The heat of passion and the depths of loving words will capture your mind as well as your body. So cuddle up with a lover, real or imagined, and get ready to be loved.
A Friend Made Me Remember by Paul Bennett A Friend Made Me Remember by Paul Bennett Jan. 04, 2010 $3.99 28205 words Sample 50%
Poems from the heart, mind and soul of Paul Bennett that will climb into your heart and grip your being. His words will lyrically touch each of your senses and passionately stroke your soul. He reveals strong feelings for family, children, his pride as a black man, respect for black women and compassion for people. He expresses unique racial empathy and political insight, not politically correct.
If I'm so lucky by Kevin Chappell If I'm so lucky by Kevin Chappell Jan. 05, 2010 Free! 1092 words Read a sample
Imagine the last day of your life - how would you want to spend it? What matters the most? A truly romantic heartfelt plea to the one true love of your life......If I'm so lucky
Jungle Prey by J Dean Jungle Prey by J Dean Jan. 05, 2010 Free! 612 words Read a sample
A chase viewed through the eyes of the prey.
Nowhere by Don Thompson Nowhere by Don Thompson Jan. 09, 2010 Free! 2940 words Read a sample
Contemporary poerty in rhyme and meter that doesn't sound like a jingle or go de-dum de-dum
Breath of Fresh Air by Mark Grinage Breath of Fresh Air by Mark Grinage Jan. 09, 2010 Free! 8012 words Read a sample
An entertaining collection of mixed topic poetry.
Overcoming Darkness by Zoe Carmina Overcoming Darkness by Zoe Carmina Jan. 10, 2010 $1.00 1670 words Sample 50%
A collection of short poems that helped me through my journey with overcoming the darkness in my soul.
Another Bend Of Ghosts by Frank F. Atanacio Another Bend Of Ghosts by Frank F. Atanacio Jan. 13, 2010 $1.95 5075 words Sample 25%
Images never last, and life goes by too fast, the moon continued in its solitary orbit around the earth, with each new pass the moon moved through another bend of ghosts, who failed to host, they were created by war, orchestrated by destruction, it took God six days of construction, angels crying, spirits flying, as heaven’s harpsichord music floated from the ground...
I Am As A River by Tim Nichol I Am As A River by Tim Nichol Jan. 13, 2010 Free! 220 words Sample 100%
Life flows like a river. From Creation, through the Exuberance of Youth, Rushing with the Energy of Adolescence, the Grounding of Maturity, Meandering to the Sea.
Moments Of Clarity by T. Nicole Moments Of Clarity by T. Nicole Jan. 14, 2010 $5.00 3607 words Sample 10%
Collection of poetry that will make you go into deep thought about life's journey.
Scattered Thoughts of Unpromising Romance by T. Nicole Scattered Thoughts of Unpromising Romance by T. Nicole Jan. 14, 2010 $6.00 7403 words Sample 10%
Relationship based poems
Wishful Tinkering From My Front Porch by Pastor Brady C. Harness Wishful Tinkering From My Front Porch by Pastor Brady C. Harness Jan. 15, 2010 $7.77 6141 words Sample 33%
The Poet, Pastor Brady has composed and read his poetry for the last 40 years across the country. This book, covers many a varied field of thoughts and composed in such a manner; that who ever reads it can have an enjoyable time of relaxation and imaginary journey.
Gifts with No Giver: A Love Affair with the Truth by Nirmala Gifts with No Giver: A Love Affair with the Truth by Nirmala Jan. 16, 2010 Free! 17346 words Read a sample
A free collection of nondual spiritual poetry written from the Heart by Nirmala, who is a spiritual teacher in the Advaita tradition. This spiritual poetry attempts to capture the undying presence of love in all of its forms. Let your soul be deeply touched by the Rumi-like words of a lover drunk with a passion for the truth.
The Absence of Prose by Steve Callaway The Absence of Prose by Steve Callaway Jan. 16, 2010 $1.75 3392 words Sample 15%
Challenging, frequently controversial and unorthodox poetry from the pen of cult writer and poet Steve Callaway. Contains irony, satire, humour and widespread abuse of accountants and politicians.
Lunas de Hiparco by Guillermo Morellón Lunas de Hiparco by Guillermo Morellón Jan. 17, 2010 $4.99 17889 words Sample 15%
Los versos de estas Lunas están dedicados a Ti que los lees. Donde quiera que estés, como quiera que te sientas, son tuyos.
Les Plénitudes amères by Chantal Peugny Les Plénitudes amères by Chantal Peugny Jan. 17, 2010 $8.20 8952 words Sample 15%
Les plénitudes ne sont pas LA PLÉNITUDE mais des miettes, des lambeaux qui offrent à faire "comme si". De ces espèces de pansements posés là, sur une plaie. Pour la cacher, l'abriter, la soigner en secret. Pour l'embellir? Peut-être.
November the First by Patrisha Reece-Davies November the First by Patrisha Reece-Davies Jan. 17, 2010 Free! 226 words Read a sample
I walked the three miles into town and treated myself to the riverbank/woodland path as I had plenty of time. On the way this poem was conceived . . . so here it is. Enjoy!
Definitions: Poetry that defines love, life and beyond by Timothy House Definitions: Poetry that defines love, life and beyond by Timothy House Jan. 17, 2010 $2.99 9379 words Sample 40%
A collection of poetry by Timothy House
She Wore Emerald Then: Reflections On Motherhood by Magdalena Ball She Wore Emerald Then: Reflections On Motherhood by Magdalena Ball Jan. 19, 2010 $4.95 4802 words Sample 50%
Moods of Motherhood: thirty poems by award-winning poets Magdalena Ball and Carolyn Howard-Johnson, with original photography by May Lattanzio. A beautifully presented, tender and strikingly original gift book, ideal for Mother's Day or any day when you want to celebrate the notion of motherhood in its broadest sense.
Fourteen Poems by James Cuomo Fourteen Poems by James Cuomo Jan. 21, 2010 $1.95 1593 words Sample 15%
Throughout his life as a composer there have always been some poems that resisted becoming songs. This is a collection of 14 Poems by Jim Cuomo.
Haiku by Toshiyuki Ihira by Toshiyuki Ihira Haiku by Toshiyuki Ihira by Toshiyuki Ihira Jan. 24, 2010 Free! 883 words Read a sample
Small collection of Haiku by toshiyuki ihira. And just a few poems.
Innervisions by Calvin Daniel Innervisions by Calvin Daniel Jan. 25, 2010 $3.00 12752 words Sample 25%
A collection of poems of my inner thoughts and feelings about world affairs, friends and loved ones.
A Hundred Years (plus) of Solitude... by J Dean A Hundred Years (plus) of Solitude... by J Dean Jan. 25, 2010 Free! 382 words Read a sample
A poem decidated to the Cubs and their North side fans in Chicago
Stærkt røde sokker til slidte blÃ¥ jeans by Mads Eslund Stærkt røde sokker til slidte blÃ¥ jeans by Mads Eslund Jan. 26, 2010 Free! 9702 words Read a sample
Optegnelser, prosadigte og breve samlet under betegnelsen poesi. Et tilsyneladende selvbiografisk jeg er optaget af billeder; primært motiver som rorschachtavler, stilleben-, portræt- og landskabsmaleri. Der er et mellemværende med disse motiver og en lyst til at beskrive og undersøge klicheer og associationer.
Angeliad 2009-1 Labyrinth Of Your Heart by Surazeus Astarius Angeliad 2009-1 Labyrinth Of Your Heart by Surazeus Astarius Jan. 26, 2010 $0.99 105029 words Sample 10%
Labyrinth Of Your Heart is a collection of narrative poems written in 2009 from the epic tale Angeliad of Surazeus. These narrative poems explore a wide variety of stories and themes in the human experience from when First Mother rose singing in Lake of Dreams and taught us how to sing the visions of our hearts to share with others what we learned.
Angeliad 2009-2 Compass Of My Heart by Surazeus Astarius Angeliad 2009-2 Compass Of My Heart by Surazeus Astarius Jan. 26, 2010 $0.99 102545 words Sample 10%
Compass Of My Heart is a collection of narrative poems written in 2009 from the epic tale Angeliad of Surazeus. These narrative poems explore a wide variety of stories and themes in the human experience from when First Mother rose singing in Lake of Dreams and taught us how to sing the visions of our hearts to share with others what we learned.
Breathing Into The Sunlight by Sarah Leigh Graham Breathing Into The Sunlight by Sarah Leigh Graham Jan. 27, 2010 $0.99 3276 words Sample 50%
A collection of over 30 poems on subjects including nature, love, spirituality, self-image, creativity, and gender.
Lines from a Gum Tree Grove by Richard George Lines from a Gum Tree Grove by Richard George Jan. 30, 2010 Free! 5395 words Read a sample
This book contains fifty-six poems celebrating moments in the rise and fall of a romance that played out in Eastern Colorado and Northern California.
Lost Boys and other poems by Valerie Rose Lost Boys and other poems by Valerie Rose Feb. 03, 2010 $3.00 2055 words Sample 20%
A lovely little ebook of poems by modern UK poetess Valerie Rose of Lincoln, including ; LOST BOYS, BITE ME, THE LETTER, CASTLES IN THE SAND, NIGHTMARE,TELL ME A STORY, YOU THINK. URBAN LULLABY, DEATH SONG, TOY STORY and REQUIEM.
Cupidz Four Five {.45} by Antwan Crisp Cupidz Four Five {.45} by Antwan Crisp Feb. 03, 2010 Free! 3136 words Read a sample
Same ol' topic, love... Just a few new pieces.
Elegy by Ralph Lake Elegy by Ralph Lake Feb. 07, 2010 $0.99 1236 words Sample 5%
Poems 2009-2011 Poems from a two year period.
Poet in the Mall by Ed Bremson Poet in the Mall by Ed Bremson Feb. 14, 2010 $2.99 4628 words Sample 20%
Dedicated to Federico Garcia Lorca, and reminiscent of his Poet in New York, Poet in the Mall contains 180 haiku, plus 21 poems: all observations and reflections on today's shopping malls, and the people who go there, for whatever purpose.