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Poems of the Heart and Mind by john blankson Poems of the Heart and Mind by john blankson Aug. 09, 2009 $3.00 16496 words Sample 50%
Poems of the Heart and Mind is an interesting poetic journey through current events, love, politics and social issues.
Take It From Her: Cautionary Lessons For The Ladies We Love by Tremayne Moore Take It From Her: Cautionary Lessons For The Ladies We Love by Tremayne Moore Aug. 07, 2011 $3.99 16394 words Sample 20%
Ladies! In his second poetic release, Tremayne takes you by the heart and your stiletto heels. Experience the power of poetry that speaks to the trials, tests, and triumphs of every woman. This is a must read for the men who love you!
Buenos Aires: a train ride over the rainbow by Paul Perry Buenos Aires: a train ride over the rainbow by Paul Perry April 25, 2010 $0.99 16315 words Sample 10%
Paul Perry is a writer, actor, painter and translator who left Philadelphia, USA, to live in Buenos Aires, Argentina, in search of the Land of Oz. This is a collection of his poems drawn from his experiences of living in Buenos Aires. Most are in English, a few are in Spanish, and there is a short story too (in English).
The Legends of Light by Gill Shutt The Legends of Light by Gill Shutt Nov. 01, 2011 $2.99 16302 words Sample 22%
A high fantasy saga in six poems. For adults and young adults. Crafted to be enjoyed by readers who do not normally read poetry, but do enjoy fantasies such as Eragon, The Lord of the Rings, and the sagas of Norse legend. Each poem builds upon the last to weave a tapestry of magic, dark creatures, and romance. Each poem features an illustrated title page.
Flying Glory Flashback: Celebrating 10 Years of the Lyrics, Words, and History Behind the Webcomic FLYING GLORY AND THE HOUNDS OF GLORY by Shannon Muir Flying Glory Flashback: Celebrating 10 Years of the Lyrics, Words, and History Behind the Webcomic FLYING GLORY AND THE HOUNDS OF GLORY by Shannon Muir Dec. 15, 2011 $2.99 16172 words Sample 30%
A complete text-only book of lyrics, along with the evolution of the storyline's history, for a webcomic about a group of teen musicians who also happen to be superheroes which celebrated a 10th anniversary milestone in June of 2011.
My Body: New and Selected Poems by Joan Larkin My Body: New and Selected Poems by Joan Larkin July 22, 2011 $9.99 16170 words Sample 5%
For nearly 40 years, Joan Larkin has written poems that stake out a territory of relentless self-examination, taking on love and death, family and sexuality in a voice that is unsentimental, ruthless and clear-eyed....My Body: New and Selected Poems gathers generous samplings from Larkin's three previous collections, as well as a substantial array of new material.
winter's rain in Issolation... Sipping Dualing Cups of Coffee... Up the Pairies's Country Road to the Sun's, Moon by Hanuman Moon winter's rain in Issolation... Sipping Dualing Cups of Coffee... Up the Pairies's Country Road to the Sun's, Moon by Hanuman Moon Jan. 16, 2012 Free! 16158 words Read a sample
To find that on true twin-flame one would go through the rabbit's hole for... Going through hell's door of moment's of self-doubt, self-revelation's, and self-loathing to find the truth of, through love, that one spark of love to keep going through the illusions, maskes stapled on illusions we have to crack through the mirror's with in- from being self caged, socitally caged in; to find that key.
The Seven Rings by Peter Rehard The Seven Rings by Peter Rehard Feb. 13, 2012 Free! 16131 words Read a sample
A poem of the path through heaven
Welcome Home by Jeffrey Perry Welcome Home by Jeffrey Perry Nov. 29, 2009 $3.99 16024 words Sample 10%
WELCOME HOME is a book of beginnings, where to start. After we run here and there in our travels and escapades, we finally return to the only place where we are sure of ourselves and know our needs. WELCOME HOME is a return to “home, where the heart is,” back to basics, and core of our values.
A Thousand Doors by Matt Pasca A Thousand Doors by Matt Pasca Aug. 02, 2011 $4.99 15977 words Sample 20%
Poet Matt Pasca explores how personal suffering can be transformed into grace, as if through alchemy, when that grief can be shared with others. Using the Buddhist “Mustard Seed” parable as scaffolding, Pasca’s work pays homage to Kisa Gotami’s quest to save her son by finding a home where, impossibly, no suffering has befallen the inhabitants.
Of Wanting and Rain: Collected Love Poems of Paul Hina 2007-2009 by Paul Hina Of Wanting and Rain: Collected Love Poems of Paul Hina 2007-2009 by Paul Hina Jan. 20, 2011 $0.99 15925 words Sample 40%
Of Wanting and Rain is a collection of over one hundred and sixty love poems spanning three years of work by poet Paul Hina. In his follow-up to 2007's Such Deliberate Loveliness, Hina continues to explore the richness of man's desire using playful imagery and unique, impressionistic language.
Coreyology by Jonathan Corey Mangan Coreyology by Jonathan Corey Mangan April 09, 2011 $3.50 15817 words Sample 20%
A study of the transitive powers of the creative process, this hip-hop inspired collection of 53 poems celebrates one teen’s personal journey through and independent triumph over depression and addiction. Spokenword artist/lyricist, Jonathan Corey Mangan, collaborates with artist, Chris Mari van Dyck, with 19 drawings including the initial 11 cartoons of the artist's 'EvolvingFish Tales Series'.
Eat My Words One Bite At A Time by Arthur Weil Eat My Words One Bite At A Time by Arthur Weil Feb. 24, 2011 $1.99 15815 words Sample 20%
17th book of poetry and quips from a man full of boundless energy, generosity, stories and ideas. A book with timeless, fantastic - down to earth - stimulating - belief and wisdom, engaging the mind regarding nature. Entertaining sayings and short essays with wit and humor. Exploring self and the joy of life. Easy to read for all. A celebration of life with emphasis on adolescence.
Dare-Devilish and Divine by Arthur Weil Dare-Devilish and Divine by Arthur Weil July 24, 2011 $2.99 15809 words Sample 20%
Arthur Weil's poems explore happiness, philosophy, love and aging. This book is a tribute to the spirit of living, being and aging gracefully. “Often, I remind myself, “How lucky I am to be alive!” At the young age of ten I escaped the claws of the Nazis. I dedicate this book to the 9 million who perished in the Nazi concentration camps between 1934 and 1945." - Arthur Weil
Letting Go by J. D. Willd Letting Go by J. D. Willd May 26, 2011 $0.99 15807 words Sample 5%
Letting Go, is my way of saying goodbye to my angel. I wrote this book for anyone that has lost someone they love.
Tea & Sprockets by Diana Lang Tea & Sprockets by Diana Lang Oct. 31, 2011 $2.99 15781 words Sample 20%
Tea and Sprockets is part coping mechanism + spiritual journey + humorous observation + linguistic exploration = My soul on a page
Quarenta Sonetos Sem Pecados by Antonio Kleber Mathias Netto Quarenta Sonetos Sem Pecados by Antonio Kleber Mathias Netto July 22, 2011 $5.00 15765 words Sample 20%
Quarenta Sonetos sem Pecados é um livro de poemas que abriga 148 títulos de conteúdo variadíssimo, entre poemas românticos, sociais, políticos, etc. Formalmente, reúne sonetos de versos brancos (sem rima, porém, metrificados) e rimados.
Between Two Worlds by Craig Marlatt Between Two Worlds by Craig Marlatt June 29, 2011 $1.99 15755 words Sample 20%
Between Two Worlds is a collection of poems from author Craig Marlatt. Having lived a unique life that took him from Kalamazoo, Michigan to travels around the globe as a rock musician, ex-convict, street preacher, traveling missionary and Christian husband and father, Craig's poems speak of the challenges, joys and mystery awaiting those who live in this world but look toward another yet to come.
King Arthur's Raid on Hell and other poems by G. R. Grove King Arthur's Raid on Hell and other poems by G. R. Grove Sep. 02, 2010 $2.99 15698 words Sample 50%
Most of these poems are written in medieval fixed forms, or approximations of medieval forms – one of my on-going quests being a search for ways of reproducing the sound and feel of medieval Welsh poetry in modern English. And yet, because the bardic art I practice is a performance art, these are in a larger sense not my poems at all, but merely pale imitations – poems preserved on paper.
Theater of Thoughts by Arthur Weil Theater of Thoughts by Arthur Weil May 03, 2011 $2.99 15617 words Sample 20%
Theater of Thoughts is Arthur Weil’s 7th book of poetry drawing from poems of his first 6 books for this best-of collection. Arthur’s previous books include Love, Life, and Gems that Shine, Exploding Mind or (Not Over the Hill Yet), Poetry is for Sissies, Reflections of the Moment, The Fluid Word, and Slice of Life. Arthur's work has appeared in several anthologies and has won numerous awards.
Ira maldita by Alberto Acosta Brito Ira maldita by Alberto Acosta Brito Oct. 17, 2011 $0.99 15605 words Sample 10%
Poesías de amor, pasión, odio, celos, sufrimiento, ambición, encuentros, traición, arrebato, soledad, alegría, pudor, amor a los hijos, homenaje, felicidad, dolor. Encontrarás poemas para todos los gustos.
Too Young to Forget by Philip Burton Too Young to Forget by Philip Burton April 28, 2012 Free! 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
life of an iceberg - pOeTrY bOoK 1 by Steve Glickman life of an iceberg - pOeTrY bOoK 1 by Steve Glickman July 22, 2011 $4.95 15536 words Sample 35%
"Utter despair, discouragement, hopelessness, and dense almost incomprehensible thoughts... Bring it out at your next literary party and have everyone read a page out loud... I have never read anything like this, and neither have you." - Ralph Alfonso Ralph Reviews BongoBeat.com
Luz De Soledad by Any Carmona Luz De Soledad by Any Carmona March 05, 2011 $4.90 15502 words
Todos tenemos mucho que ganar o perder en la larga travesía que representa la vida… Contar estas instancias de manera poética usando el verso, la prosa o la narrativa, no es tarea menor. Y cuando quien lo hace está plena de ensueño y esperanza, con una mirada hacia el horizonte, el resultado es un trabajo de trascendente sensibilidad.
The Epistles of Kurata by David Michael Hoskins The Epistles of Kurata by David Michael Hoskins April 01, 2011 $4.99 15494 words Sample 20%
The Far Traveler's Log is a collection of poems presented in three books: The Epistles of Kurata, The Touch of Love, and Progressions of Power. The Epistles tell the story of a seeker as he awakens from Sleep. The Touch of Love explores the verdant landscape of the variations of love. Progressions of Power is a fictional story of the challenges our hero Kurata overcomes in the quest for Power.
Al otro lado del camino by Olga Muñoz Al otro lado del camino by Olga Muñoz Jan. 30, 2012 $0.99 15456 words Sample 20%
Este libro no pretende ser una segunda parte de "Tocando fondo". En un tono más atrevido, confidente y soñador, a veces triste, la autora nos transporta a nuestras propias vivencias en una mezcla de sentimientos de amores y desamores, y nos lleva como de la mano a lugares dormidos en el recuerdo, buscando idealizar la soledad a través de sus temas.
The Intersection: a poetik journey by Pierce Minor The Intersection: a poetik journey by Pierce Minor Dec. 22, 2010 $6.99 15401 words Sample 20%
A collection of poetry by author/filmmaker Pierce Minor. Topics include, but are not limited to, Love, Pain, Struggle, Hope, and the intersections in life that we face as individuals.
like panicked ants - pOeTrY bOoK 4 by Steve Glickman like panicked ants - pOeTrY bOoK 4 by Steve Glickman Aug. 12, 2011 $4.95 15393 words Sample 35%
"Utter despair, discouragement, hopelessness, and dense almost incomprehensible thoughts... Bring it out at your next literary party and have everyone read a page out loud... I have never read anything like this, and neither have you." - Ralph Alfonso Ralph Reviews BongoBeat.com
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!
M ( Maria Mundial Monarquia ) by David Santamaria M ( Maria Mundial Monarquia ) by David Santamaria Aug. 27, 2011 $14.99 15142 words
50 poems... The second book of the triptych : "The yellow pearl... Wrote in french... And not really translatable... Sorry... :)... Must be read after the first book... A novel... For a deeper comprehension... Eh !... Am tagged "Classic Author" since M...
Looking For You by Noel Bodenmiller Looking For You by Noel Bodenmiller Sep. 12, 2010 $1.99 15140 words Sample 31%
One man’s collection of poems, song lyrics, letters and thoughts, about life and love.
The African Sun: Collected Poems by Michael Sheridan Stone The African Sun: Collected Poems by Michael Sheridan Stone May 19, 2010 $7.49 15113 words Sample 10%
‘The African Sun’ is an eclectic collection of poems linked by one common element, the author’s abiding love for Africa. He rejoices in adventures with elephants, leopards, lemurs, snakes and elusive birds, protests at the precipitous decline in the quality of life in his former homeland of Zimbabwe (whilst taking some comfort from the enduring tradition of ubuntu).
A quien pueda interesar o resolver by Alberto Acosta Brito A quien pueda interesar o resolver by Alberto Acosta Brito Oct. 17, 2011 $0.99 14964 words Sample 10%
Poesías de amor, pasión, odio, celos, sufrimiento, ambición, encuentros, traición, arrebato, soledad, alegría, pudor, amor a los hijos, homenaje, felicidad, dolor. Encontrarás poemas para todos los gustos.
Velas de Portugal by Luiz De Miranda Velas de Portugal by Luiz De Miranda June 14, 2011 $5.00 14963 words Sample 20%
Fugir do esmerado trabalho de linguagem é impossível para Luiz de Miranda, uma vez que passou os últimos 50 anos limando a metáfora. “Velas de Portugal”, o poeta do Sul do Brasil presta homenagem à cultura portuguesa, seus autores, seu espírito livre e desbravador. Luiz de Miranda viaja no caminho da palavra em busca de si mesmo sob A ótica da Língua e da Literatura Portuguesa.
Whispers of Hypnos by Joshua Jones Whispers of Hypnos by Joshua Jones Jan. 31, 2011 Free! 14939 words Read a sample
A series of poems inspired by life and dreams. Some poems are word play and other pure theme.
Lady of the Sea and other Poems by Warren Brown Lady of the Sea and other Poems by Warren Brown March 07, 2012 $3.99 14912 words Sample 15%
This collection of poems explores a number of interesting topics from Ninjas and Shoguns, to Robin Hood, Britain's Got Talent, to poems on Nature, Elvis Presley, the Piccadilly Line and the History of London. Warren Brown has been writing Poetry since the age of Eighteen and has published a number of his poems in magazines, newspapers and in Poetry Anthologies.
For God, for Love, for Country, and for You (The Storytellers) by Jeffrey Perry For God, for Love, for Country, and for You (The Storytellers) by Jeffrey Perry Nov. 20, 2010 $3.99 14851 words Sample 10%
A book of Poetry "The Storytellers" is about the child in all of us.“Jesus called them unto him, and said, Suffer little children to come to me, and forbid them not: for of such is the kingdom of God…” (Luke 18:16) If we are ever to hear the call of the Father, we must first learn to listen, even when we do not understand that it is He or She. We must learn how to hear the truth!
Poetastard by Robert Benefiel Poetastard by Robert Benefiel April 17, 2012 $0.99 14850 words Sample 20%
The fourth book of modern poetry from the author of Easy Battles For Lazy Armies, After The Fist Shot, and 4th & Hill Is Gone Forever. The author uses different stlyes of poetry to find the humor, truth, and reality in everyday life.
Confectionately Yours by Tamesha S. Hawkins Confectionately Yours by Tamesha S. Hawkins Nov. 06, 2009 $20.00 14831 words Sample 20%
Confectionately Yours falls in step with debut work Sugar Lumps and Black Eye Blues by highlighting the author’s spirited phrase “even sugar can be raw”. Personal, political and passionate this journal of moments examines the triumphs, pitfalls and chaos of daily living with a pen and a notebook for social change; with anticipation to find the natural saccharine of humanity.
My Life as Adam by Bryan Borland My Life as Adam by Bryan Borland Aug. 14, 2011 $6.99 14688 words Sample 20%
Poems touching on religion, sexuality, Southern life, and self-acceptance reveal the poet's growing up, coming out, and becoming an adult in all its joys and sorrows. My Life as Adam is Bryan Borland's full-length debut and was included as one of only five collections of poetry on the American Library Association's inaugural "Over the Rainbow" list of best LGBT books of 2010.
Josie Delgado: A Poem of the Central Valley by Jack Remick Josie Delgado: A Poem of the Central Valley by Jack Remick July 29, 2011 $2.99 14670 words Sample 1%
In California's Central Valley a love story plays out between Ricky, a seventeen year old Anglo boy and his Chicana girlfriend, Josie Delgado. There is only one way it can end and Ricky won't be happy about it.
Romantic Images of You: Where My Heart Belongs by Don McClure Romantic Images of You: Where My Heart Belongs by Don McClure April 24, 2011 $9.99 14666 words Sample 15%
"Romantic Images of You: Where My Heart Belongs" is a collection of poems and short stories about pure love and constant desire from the hearts of two people who spend time away from each other. David Stuart is the highly creative, success-driven, and sought-after promotional presentation producer, and Tiaunna, the woman with whom he has fallen in love with.
Elfin Legends by Austin Torney Elfin Legends by Austin Torney March 10, 2012 $0.99 14653 words Sample 20%
A fabulous journey through the otherworlds of phantoms, mental states, and dreams.
Chuck's Unique Poetry by Chuck Keyes Chuck's Unique Poetry by Chuck Keyes July 16, 2011 $1.99 14605 words Sample 15%
'Chuck's Unique Poetry' is an extensive assortment of over 130 poems. They cover a wide range of emotional subjects, including: Love, Passion, Sadness, Dark, Sci-fi, Mystery, Comedy, Political, Happiness, and Friendship. Unlike today's jumbled up poetry of rambling, misunderstood verses, Chuck's style is simple and straight to the point. Chuck Keyes is also author of sci-fi novels.
Oeuvres humaines by Jean-Pierre Makosso Oeuvres humaines by Jean-Pierre Makosso Feb. 22, 2012 $9.00 14517 words Sample 30%
Ce qui fait l'originalité de ce recueil de poèmes de Jean-Pierre Makosso, ce n'est peut-être pas son caractère humaniste ou la prise de parti des orphelins, des pauvres, des sans-abri, bref des marginaux.
Equality Complex by Ian Kellett Equality Complex by Ian Kellett Nov. 02, 2010 $8.99 14472 words Sample 20%
From MoonGoole Collections 'Equality Complex' is the second installment in a collection of relatable and striking poetry by Author Ian Kellett. Modernly real and packed with human emotion and thought; the words contained within will have you wanting more.
Voices from the Heart by William Power Voices from the Heart by William Power May 15, 2012 $2.99 14450 words Sample 20%
The language of the human heart speaks volumes to the soul. This book is about sharing from the heart--speaking truth and wisdom--the wisdom we all learn from life`s experiences. These short stories and poems were all inspired from the true life experiences of real people. They share the real happiness,real pain, and real struggles or victories of life--told through the language of the heart.
Water under Water by Charles Ades Fishman Water under Water by Charles Ades Fishman June 17, 2011 $4.99 14432 words Sample 20%
In "Water under Water," Charles Adés Fishman illuminates the web of relationships that exist between individual lives and the emotional and physical environments that shape them. In this collection of more than 60 poems, the poet takes us beneath the surfaces of things to deeper layers where memory's roots and tendrils haunt us but where change is not only possible but necessary.
She Returns to the Floating World by Jeannine H. Gailey She Returns to the Floating World by Jeannine H. Gailey Aug. 10, 2011 $3.50 14398 words Sample 10%
SHE RETURNS TO THE FLOATING WORLD is Northwest poet Jeannine H. Gailey's second published poetry collection. This mature second book of Gailey’s captures love and loss, the alienation and transformations of female characters from anime and Japanese folk tales while reflecting on the difficulties and heroics of relationships.
La fiera by Alberto Acosta Brito La fiera by Alberto Acosta Brito Oct. 17, 2011 $0.99 14377 words Sample 10%
Poesías de amor, pasión, odio, celos, sufrimiento, ambición, encuentros, traición, arrebato, soledad, alegría, pudor, amor a los hijos, homenaje, felicidad, dolor. Encontrarás poemas para todos los gustos.