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Fuck Them All by Shane Diamond Fuck Them All by Shane Diamond July 21, 2011 Free! 4476 words Read a sample
Around Christmas time about 5 years back, Shane was struggling with alot of anger, at this time he recently lost his father about a year ago... He was told that writing is a good emotional outlet so he wrote.... this is what came out.
No Ordinary Waters: Canoe Poems from a Strange Mind by Lenny Everson No Ordinary Waters: Canoe Poems from a Strange Mind by Lenny Everson Dec. 15, 2011 Free! 1771 words Read a sample
Eighteen odd poems about canoeing.
Clefts of the Rock by Fowlpox Press Clefts of the Rock by Fowlpox Press March 05, 2012 Free! 1723 words Read a sample
Someone, like Nathaniel S. Rounds, who shows you without sentimentality, without melodrama and without judgment what you already know but have not taken the time to examine fully… well, now…. that is a poet. --Alice Shapiro, Poet Laureate of Douglasville, Georgia
Dear Critic... by Spargo Postle Dear Critic... by Spargo Postle Oct. 28, 2010 Free! 290 words Read a sample
We just want to be liked.
Memoirs of an Accident by J Dean Memoirs of an Accident by J Dean Feb. 14, 2011 Free! 373 words Read a sample
A recollection of events leading up to a crash...
Illuminations from Inside by Tiel Aisha Ansari Illuminations from Inside by Tiel Aisha Ansari March 07, 2011 Free! 1117 words Read a sample
Combinations of words and images.
Type Name Here by Eric Paguio Type Name Here by Eric Paguio May 04, 2011 Free! 7144 words Read a sample
A short collection of writing and poems by Eric Paguio. Eric Paguio lives with his cat and girlfriend in Seattle, WA where he battles with aliens from mars that wear french toast body armor. Yes, they do have lasers.
As She Slept by Laila Rena Leo As She Slept by Laila Rena Leo May 26, 2011 You set the price! 39 words
A short meaningful poem of loss and goodbye.
What Matters Most by Jay Pascual What Matters Most by Jay Pascual July 04, 2011 Free! 220 words Read a sample
A poem that celebrates the beauty of love and falling in love.
Diamond in the Rough by Ashlee Wells Diamond in the Rough by Ashlee Wells Feb. 11, 2012 Free! 11068 words Read a sample
A collection of poems, short stories, and essays
Irish Boys Can Walk: A Short Tale by Nipaporn Baldwin Irish Boys Can Walk: A Short Tale by Nipaporn Baldwin March 17, 2012 Free! 573 words Read a sample
An Irish farmer discovers a little dragon growing in his garden. He does all he can to help the Dragon escape.
Pregnancy, Childbirth, Postnatal time - Poetry collection by NataÅ¡a Dolenc Pregnancy, Childbirth, Postnatal time - Poetry collection by NataÅ¡a Dolenc May 04, 2012 Free! 2637 words Read a sample
The following poetry collection includes work of seven authors, all with different styles and different ways of expressing feelings regarding pregnancy, childbirth and postnatal time. Authors are: Shadia Duske, Nataša Dolenc, Michelle Erdman, Fiona Eve Morel, Christina Nguyen, Jacob J. O'Dea, Ray Saunders.
Millésime by Gengis Mey Millésime by Gengis Mey Jan. 20, 2011 Free! 136 words Read a sample
Poésie sur le thème de l'amour
Three Poems by Ann Ahsberg Three Poems by Ann Ahsberg June 19, 2010 Free! 136 words Read a sample
Love, nature and music together ...
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!
When I Was Young by Wendy Maddocks When I Was Young by Wendy Maddocks May 17, 2011 Free! 5444 words Read a sample
A selection of poems about those pesky adolescent years. Rather than spending that time being destructive and revelling in my rebellion, I decided to go through life-changing events shut away in my room and writing. these poems are some of what I produced.
The Rat and Other Poems by Malcolm Whyman The Rat and Other Poems by Malcolm Whyman Feb. 06, 2012 Free! 6320 words Read a sample
The first of two volumes of what the author describes as street poetry,after the style of the great Australian folk poet Banjo Paterson. Most of the poems are in a humerous vein and a number are love letters to his beloved Nottingham and its people, others are a refection on the darker side of human nature.
New Feeling by S.V. Joeniel New Feeling by S.V. Joeniel May 17, 2012 Free! 2033 words Read a sample
A short collection of poetry about love and life from a different point of view by a young woman.
TRAGICOMICFUL: Preview Edition by stephen h TRAGICOMICFUL: Preview Edition by stephen h Feb. 15, 2012 Free! 571 words Read a sample
TRAGICOMICFUL Wordplay Adventure Haikus By Stephen (the) H This preview of TRAGICOMICFUL includes a few handfuls of the forthcoming full-length collection of humorous and off-beat haiku poetry of artist and author stephen h. For news on the full-length book release, follow @TRAGICOMICFUL on Twitter, or Like TRAGICOMICFUL on Facebook.
Moldable Youth: A Collection of Poetry and Prose by Amy Tuso Moldable Youth: A Collection of Poetry and Prose by Amy Tuso Jan. 22, 2012 Free! 3453 words Read a sample
In our youth we feel the most, know the most, and experience every second of our existence. We are never as impressionable nor impressed. Our hearts are open and our minds expanding. Take a break to remember yourself, how you lived and loved, during your moldable youth.
Besede Neizrečenega by Cene Gostinčar Besede Neizrečenega by Cene Gostinčar Feb. 24, 2012 Free! 3298 words Read a sample
Poetry in Slovenian language. / Pesniška zbirka Besede neizrečenega nas skozi 78 še neobjavljenih pesmi popelje v slikovite pokrajine besed. Od začetnih idiličnih impresij se usmeri k iskanju odgovorov na večna vprašanja življenja, dokler nas naposled ne privede do ogledala, v katerem z neizprosno ostrino odsevajo podobe resničnosti okrog nas.
His Story in My Words by Jason Whipple His Story in My Words by Jason Whipple Aug. 16, 2011 Free! 1330 words Read a sample
A collection containing eight personal reflections of God and the way He has worked in my life - expressed in poem form.
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.
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.
Angel of Death by Richard Gerard Angel of Death by Richard Gerard Aug. 31, 2009 Free! 253 words Read a sample
What might happen when you die. Don't worry though, it's a happy tale. If you enjoy reading this, please take the time to write a review or rate it. Just follow the link at the bottom of the book page to do either. Thanks. Thanks also to brookncole for the coverart.
Autobiography In Verse by Lee Cronenwalt Autobiography In Verse by Lee Cronenwalt Nov. 05, 2009 Free! 22771 words Read a sample
"…captures the spirit of the 'Greatest Generation' in poetry that speaks to the heart." Night Owl Review American brethren return to where our forefathers began. stop acting like European style men. Lift your tail from between your legs, don’t sniffle and whine, we may yet the nation save.
Romantic Confessions by Robert Ropars Romantic Confessions by Robert Ropars April 03, 2010 Free! 4286 words Read a sample
Romantic Confessions is a collection of poetry and haiku about love, romance, and passion. The works included explore the ways each of these elements impact us whether newly discovered or lost. The deeply personal writing never retreats from confronting the raw emotions of the heart. The joys and pains are explored and embraced.
A Garden of Weeds, an Ocean of Feathers by Deirdre Lu Brennan A Garden of Weeds, an Ocean of Feathers by Deirdre Lu Brennan Jan. 06, 2011 Free! 2962 words Read a sample
Enter the mind of a young girl who has lived a life of trials. Feel the love, pain, desire, loneliness, and happiness. Delve into the workings of a troubled mind that most others flee from.
Mondayne Morning by Mark Finnemore Mondayne Morning by Mark Finnemore Jan. 28, 2011 Free! 257 words Read a sample
Not another Monday morning.
Beautifully Crazy by Max M Power Beautifully Crazy by Max M Power Feb. 15, 2011 Free! 30550 words Read a sample
The following is a complete collection of poetry I've written starting with my first poem in 1992 to the last poem I've written in 2010. Every poem I could find that was penned by my hand is in this book. I have poured my heart and soul out in these pages. Enjoy.
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.
To Me How You Happened; by krishna kumar To Me How You Happened; by krishna kumar Sep. 28, 2011 Free! 4566 words Read a sample
contains the poems written by me
Pain, Betrayal and Longing by David Pillatos Pain, Betrayal and Longing by David Pillatos Aug. 30, 2011 Free! 4510 words Read a sample
This is my second collection of poetry, which is separated into 3 sections, in which I speak of the pain I have endured, my feelings of betrayal and all the things I long for.
Blue Raindrops by Jade Herrera Blue Raindrops by Jade Herrera May 17, 2012 Free! 2419 words Read a sample
A collection of poetry I have written through the years that will open windows to different emotions and feeling we as a person has felt.
Final Exit by Jade Elliot Final Exit by Jade Elliot Feb. 07, 2011 Free! 217 words Read a sample
Poem about life and death
The Empty Tarmac of a Long-Abandoned Airport: 23 Poems about Separation by Lenny Everson The Empty Tarmac of a Long-Abandoned Airport: 23 Poems about Separation by Lenny Everson June 14, 2011 Free! 1949 words Read a sample
Poems for when the words stop and you start leaving footprints in the ashes.
Fine and Fierce and Free: Canoe Poems for Spring by Lenny Everson Fine and Fierce and Free: Canoe Poems for Spring by Lenny Everson Dec. 16, 2011 Free! 1533 words Read a sample
18 poems about canoeing in spring
It’s a High Voltage Adventure by Fowlpox Press It’s a High Voltage Adventure by Fowlpox Press April 23, 2012 Free! 2123 words Read a sample
Nathaniel S. Rounds sits behind the steering wheel of life and weaves a tale of service jobs and common folk... It’s a High Voltage Adventure examines the day to day, diving in for a bird’s eye view and pulling away for the Big Picture. Phyllis Johnson, author of Being Frank with Anne (poetry about Anne Frank)
Entertainment by Mr If Entertainment by Mr If Oct. 04, 2010 Free! 5195 words Read a sample
Welcome to the entertaining world of poet, enigma and serial adulterer, Mr If. You've never read anything like this before. You never will again.
we are lonely... by Spargo Postle we are lonely... by Spargo Postle Oct. 28, 2010 Free! 271 words Read a sample
Do you see us, we are there, just at the edge of your life.
The Best of Krissy and Marc by Marc Ironwood The Best of Krissy and Marc by Marc Ironwood Jan. 14, 2011 Free! 1385 words Read a sample
A small collection of some of the poems Krissy and I have written
"Poe-Heart-ry": The Long and the Short by Mia Wang March 09, 2011 Free! 1585 words Sample 20%
A collection of poems written from the heart - the experiences, the joys and sometimes even the dark side of love.
Damsel in This Dress by Chantale Reve Damsel in This Dress by Chantale Reve March 27, 2011 Free! 225 words Sample 100%
Snapshots through verse capture an erotic encounter between strangers on a restless urban night. For Adults Only
YB Journal Issue 4: Windows by YB Poetry YB Journal Issue 4: Windows by YB Poetry May 29, 2011 Free! 4647 words Read a sample
YB is a journal of poetry, published twice a year. This is issue 4, the Windows issue (June 2011).
Nora's Scribbles by N. Jaber Nora's Scribbles by N. Jaber June 14, 2011 Free! 1430 words Sample 20%
A collection easy-to-relate-to poems by the author herself reflecting a range of feelings and life experiences.
Mga Tula sa Baul by Jay Pascual Mga Tula sa Baul by Jay Pascual July 04, 2011 Free! 832 words Read a sample
Apat na tula na nagsasalamin ng mga tampok na damdamin ng makata.
Lovelost by Qwantu Amaru Lovelost by Qwantu Amaru Aug. 11, 2011 Free! 5978 words Read a sample
Qwantu Amaru's second poetry chapbook chronicles his search for love and the aftermath and learnings from this neverending search. For all the romance lovers out there, this FREE chapbook is for you!
The Son Can Dream by Mike Cruz The Son Can Dream by Mike Cruz Aug. 24, 2011 Free! 117761 words Read a sample
The Son Can Dream is a true story that reads like narrative poetry. The reader follows "the son", who is searching for closure to the darkest chapter of his life. As the possibility of love and being loved emerge, he is forced to either stay on the course of no tomorrow and not hurt a soul or give himself to the dream and risk stepping into the tattered pair worn by his father once before.
The Readtrack to Christmas by Marc Ironwood The Readtrack to Christmas by Marc Ironwood Dec. 09, 2011 Free! 656 words Sample 20%
A few short Christmas poems
Have You Ever Tried To Count The Stars (and other poems by Jay Mouton Have You Ever Tried To Count The Stars (and other poems by Jay Mouton Jan. 12, 2012 Free! 10034 words Read a sample
Have You Ever Tried To Count The Stars, is Jay Mouton's second collection of his poetry. It features many of the poems most popular at his readings, and some of his personal favorites.