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Before Dark, and After by Bernard Fancher Before Dark, and After by Bernard Fancher Feb. 01, 2012 Free! 5465 words Read a sample
Poems that explore the interstice between light and dark, day and night, perhaps even good and evil.
The Stanzas of Life and Death by Peter Rehard The Stanzas of Life and Death by Peter Rehard Dec. 13, 2011 Free! 3016 words Read a sample
A poem.
Autumn by Ashlee Craft Autumn by Ashlee Craft Feb. 28, 2012 Free! 4500 words Read a sample
In her freeform style of writing, Ashlee Craft's second poetry book features poems that let you feel the beauty and coziness of autumn. Let your mind soar with the falling leaves, feel the thrill of the cool air against your skin, then sit down for a feast with the family with this collection of sixteen poems.
Folle Armonico by Nick Pilla Folle Armonico by Nick Pilla March 09, 2012 Free! 3230 words Read a sample
Il “folle armonico” è una raccolta di poesie, perché il tempo è sempre meno ed è sempre più veloce. Desidero spiegare sinteticamente; raccontare di emozioni vissute o immaginate, ma comunque sempre emozioni di vita. Vivo la poesia come una vibrazione fotografica, in cui il movimento è cristallizzato in un perpetuo divenire.
Pupper Tales by Rick King Pupper Tales by Rick King March 16, 2012 Free! 1878 words Read a sample
This is a collection of 10 hilarious poems from a pupper (dog or puppy) point of view. The whole family of all ages can enjoy these with a good laugh. There are a total of over 1800 words to tickle your funny bone.
Cascade Failure by Marc Ironwood Cascade Failure by Marc Ironwood April 02, 2012 Free! 445 words Read a sample
A few short poems
Once, I was an Angry Penguin by J. Bradley Once, I was an Angry Penguin by J. Bradley April 22, 2012 Free! 853 words Read a sample
by J. Bradley
Foamghast by NAP BOOKS Foamghast by NAP BOOKS May 13, 2012 Free! 1373 words Read a sample
BY PAUL CUNNINGHAM
Siberian Jay by Ann Ahsberg Siberian Jay by Ann Ahsberg Aug. 26, 2010 Free! 262 words Read a sample
Poems inspired by the autumn
Strike Anywhere/La Fosforera by Jennifer Mills Strike Anywhere/La Fosforera by Jennifer Mills June 16, 2011 You set the price! 2117 words Sample 10%
Originally made as a limited edition run of 52 matchbox zines, this bilingual collection of poems in Spanish and English was written after travels in North and Central America in 2008. From the volcanic mountains of Guatemala to the streets of old Havana, the monstrous belly of Mexico City to the markets of Chiapas, it is a compact collection with a powerful fire at its heart.
Shadows of an Afterlife by Elizabeth Agiantritis Shadows of an Afterlife by Elizabeth Agiantritis May 04, 2009 Free! 1669 words Read a sample
This collection speaks of the choices we make and the regrets we have for the wrong ones. It speaks of darkness and sorrow. If you enjoyed this collection of poetry, please let me know.
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
Love Song ? by Joan Dooley by Suzy Stewart Dubot Love Song ? by Joan Dooley by Suzy Stewart Dubot Feb. 11, 2012 Free! 425 words Read a sample
This is a poem written by my mother Joan Dooley Foster, when she was young. She is now a partially sighted person, due to her age. It is published under her maiden name as she has always been known as 'Joan Dooley' to distinguish her from the hundreds of other Joans of her generation. Please leave her a review that I will transmit to her. Thank you!
Sine Responso by Vocal Strain Sine Responso by Vocal Strain March 18, 2012 Free! 927 words Read a sample
Light flickers on and off, red, green blue, then back again, over and over in a endless loop, as I watch the sky change with it too, but its texture feels so mechanical, so physical, that one could extend out and touch it, but whenever I do, I feel nothing, it feels nothing too.
El Mirador by Iurgi Urrutia El Mirador by Iurgi Urrutia May 07, 2012 Free! 4358 words Read a sample
Los poemas y cantos populares que forman El Mirador son una ventana abierta a un pasado lejano cuando las tierras de Turylan eran el nexo de unión de varias culturas. Además forman el poemario más completo de las tierras de Seybür y Luraydan. La obara está compuesta de una selección de cantos populares y poemas originales atribuidos a Börr nar Rhovenar.
Youme: A Poetry Compilation by Abhinab Chetia Youme: A Poetry Compilation by Abhinab Chetia Jan. 23, 2012 Free! 847 words Read a sample
Love is eternal. It happens to everybody once in our life. "A relationship happens when two people who truly understand each other and love each other for who they are come together and create something stronger than either of them could ever be on their own" Here are few poems written to show affection towards that someone with whom life is being shared.
Bold by Grant J Venables Bold by Grant J Venables Feb. 15, 2012 Free! 7099 words Read a sample
Bold is a collection of modern poetry that explores the human condition in its more shadowy forms, but it also offers hope and humor, all in good measure. The language is accessible, the forms are digestible, and the messages are comprehensible. It often takes a look from the outside, in.
Stand Up by Michael Sherman Stand Up by Michael Sherman May 25, 2011 Free! 333 words Read a sample
A poem for young women in today society.It is a poem to inspire young women to stand up for themselves.
Choosing by Björn Björkegren Choosing by Björn Björkegren Nov. 30, 2011 Free! 54 words Read a sample
To choose. (From "Poems&Poetry" - Limitless Publishers)
A Perfect Mouse by Evan Skora A Perfect Mouse by Evan Skora May 09, 2009 Free! 179 words Read a sample
A look on the actuality vs. the reality and how we learn to love what we have.
Cleanup: Volume I: The Hectic Collection by Bob Nelson Cleanup: Volume I: The Hectic Collection by Bob Nelson Feb. 17, 2010 Free! 1389 words Read a sample
A collection of poetry by Mesa poet and writer Bob Nelson. The Cleanup series of chapbooks chronicle Bob's 1990's poetry. Volume One contains: Capitalism (And the Little Tin Heart) Moonlight Serenade River Water Spinning The Toys Moonlight-Deepest Duet GX/Hard to Find/Metamorphosis Java Road Girl
Better Verse by Steven Bennett Better Verse by Steven Bennett Sep. 07, 2010 Free! 512 words Read a sample
The best verse ever created...some even rhyme!
A Christmas Wish by Kevinette H. Considine A Christmas Wish by Kevinette H. Considine Dec. 07, 2010 Free! 383 words Read a sample
A short Christmas poem about a little boy and his letter to Santa...Christmas wishes do come true!
Battle Field by Moshe Lee Battle Field by Moshe Lee June 30, 2011 Free! 94 words Read a sample
poem
Poetry by Josilynn Poetry by Josilynn July 18, 2011 Free! 4172 words Read a sample
A collection of poems I've written over the years.
Just One More Time (the John Denver Poem) by Steven Clark Just One More Time (the John Denver Poem) by Steven Clark Aug. 05, 2011 Free! 240 words Read a sample
A poem I wrote in tribute to the late singer/songwriter, John Denver.
Poemotion Innocence by Robert Sawyer Poemotion Innocence by Robert Sawyer Oct. 26, 2011 Free! 10244 words Read a sample
Poemotions are poems expressed through emotions with an aim at setting the mind in motion. They are poems taken from the heart. Considering the author actually despises many forms of poetry, this collection is made even more remarkable through its complexity of thought and delicate expressions and true poetic construction.
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
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.
Poetry and Really Short Stories by Lawrence Thomas Poetry and Really Short Stories by Lawrence Thomas June 21, 2010 Free! 2701 words Read a sample
The first piece in this collection of poems and really shorts, Of Kings and Coles, is inspired by a few of my favorite Jazz greats. Picture yourself snowed in at a cottage in the middle of nowhere, candle lights and the crackle of a warm fireplace, and an old record on the phono. Cuddled under a white, down blanket, on the floor in front of those bright flames, lost in each other’s gaze.
The Wall by Jade Elliot The Wall by Jade Elliot Feb. 07, 2011 Free! 243 words Read a sample
Poem about fighting drug addiction
Hiking Poems by Lenny Everson Hiking Poems by Lenny Everson June 15, 2011 Free! 2188 words Read a sample
Twenty-four poems about hiking
Poetic Savior - First Sermon by Shane Diamond Poetic Savior - First Sermon by Shane Diamond July 23, 2011 Free! 2889 words Read a sample
Well poetry seems to be dead, I guess I'm the LUCKY SAVIOR.. As I plan on bringing poetry back in a big way and get people reading and talking about it like the old days... So with that I would like to take the time to allow you to read my very first sermon upon being the poetic savior that I am. Hope you enjoy, and be sure to add this to your library...
Dark Daze Of Christmas by Kennie Kayoz Dark Daze Of Christmas by Kennie Kayoz Dec. 22, 2011 Free! 879 words Read a sample
Dark Daze Of Christmas, brings forth murder, death and twisted thoughts from the man known as Kennie Kayoz.. As he decided to release his first ever christmas poetry book which comes direct to you from the twisted mind of Kennie Kayoz.
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.
iSad by Kennie Kayoz iSad by Kennie Kayoz April 26, 2012 Free! 504 words Read a sample
iSad is a collection of poems that Kennie wrote while being sad and depressed.
Inside The Mind of Evan Craig by evan craig Inside The Mind of Evan Craig by evan craig June 02, 2010 Free! 162 words Read a sample
Everyday things that I hate
The Birth of Taliesin The Bard by Richard Britton The Birth of Taliesin The Bard by Richard Britton Oct. 05, 2010 Free! 2309 words Read a sample
Based on the mythical tale from the Welsh Mabinogion, Richard Britton's rich gothic tale breathes new life into the neglected form of narrative poetry.
Adulation by Adulation by MarkAnthonyAdkins June 15, 2011 Free! 3586 words Read a sample
Adulation is a poetry showing love, excessive admiration, and devotion to what is right in front me. A collection of poetry that was written over the course of three years...finally being released the first time in 2010.
Knowledge of less Importance by Serge Seveau Knowledge of less Importance by Serge Seveau July 19, 2011 Free! 3312 words Read a sample
Most poems are cryptic and have a deep seeded message. Some are pure imagination, others a bit prophetic and some are borne of personal experiences, and of course, others are simple rhymes. This compilation includes beautiful French poetry - a must read.
Handmade Boats by H.K. Hummel Handmade Boats by H.K. Hummel Aug. 11, 2011 Free! 2446 words Read a sample
Poems by H.K. Hummel published by Whale Sound Audio Chapbooks.
Promises by Carl Faulhaber Promises by Carl Faulhaber Aug. 25, 2011 Free! 158 words Read a sample
This poem is from my ebook, "Poems & Songs By An Old Hippie".
Winter Haiku by Angus Brownfield Winter Haiku by Angus Brownfield Dec. 09, 2011 Free! 128 words Read a sample
Five poems reminiscent of haiku, composed in the recent spate of winter weather in Talent, Oregon.
Half a Century Alone by Nobo13 Half a Century Alone by Nobo13 Dec. 27, 2011 Free! 2951 words Read a sample
Fifty short stories, each told in 50 words, to last your lifetime.
Four sides to squares by Phillip Overton Four sides to squares by Phillip Overton Jan. 12, 2012 Free! 4551 words Read a sample
Four sides to squares is a contemporary collection of 24 poems that openly explore a sense of change, time and purpose, providing an honest reflection through verse of growing up, growing old and growing wiser along the way. Full of hidden philosophical gems of wisdom packaged in an, at times, brutally amusing honesty, it delights in being proud of our acceptance of place and purpose in society.
Broken Gates by Marc Ironwood Broken Gates by Marc Ironwood Feb. 14, 2012 Free! 1079 words Read a sample
Some contemporary and Christian poetry
Songs by Peter Rehard Songs by Peter Rehard Dec. 24, 2011 Free! 3964 words Read a sample
Songs and Poetry
Winter by Ashlee Craft Winter by Ashlee Craft Feb. 28, 2012 Free! 7767 words Read a sample
The first snowflake of the season falls gently from the sky, bringing with it the warmth, magic, and joy of the season. When the aroma of pine trees and warm cookies fills the air, you know that the season of giving has returned. Cuddle up by the fire with a cup of hot cocoa and a warm blanket as you enjoy this collection of twenty-five poems.
70 by Jack Forge 70 by Jack Forge March 09, 2012 Free! 416 words Read a sample
A poem about becoming seventy years of age
Filaments: Little Literary Triumphs of Sputnikoi by Mirvan Ereon Filaments: Little Literary Triumphs of Sputnikoi by Mirvan Ereon March 18, 2012 Free! 13761 words Read a sample
A collection of my award-winning works in Allpoetry and Storywrite. Currently, I won several gold, silver, bronze and honorable awards throughout the years. This collection is my tribute to the love of writing and to writing with excellence. Please support Allpoetry and Storywrite. These two are very great websites for writers like me. I started with them so I am forever grateful.