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Everybody's Gay! [Come With Us to Be Free] (Poetry & Photography) by German Alcala Everybody's Gay! [Come With Us to Be Free] (Poetry & Photography) by German Alcala Feb. 10, 2012 Free! 3136 words Read a sample
A stunning collection of poetry and photography. This collection speaks mainly of homosexuality and youth. Fantasy fills this collection with magic. These pieces are an emotional stew of melancholic prose, frivolity, sexuality, and love. Intoxicating and hypnotic this will bring you courage even if you are not gay. Adults and Children are all welcome into my imaginary castle built of words.
Youth cold period by summer å¼  Youth cold period by summer å¼  Feb. 09, 2012 $0.99 1424 words Sample 20%
Say goodbye to the school of greenhouse into society, stumbling unavoidably, the youth of silent to stimulate the bit is desperate to strong heart.
Flight of Ideas by Robert T. Jeschonek Flight of Ideas by Robert T. Jeschonek Feb. 09, 2012 $2.99 20583 words Sample 20%
From the dizzying heights of a soaring imagination come 50-plus poems--some old school, some new school, some so far "out there" that you've never seen anything like them and probably never will again. In medicine, a "flight of ideas" signifies a rush of free-flowing thoughts and speech. It's the perfect title for this dazzling book from award-winning poet and storyteller Robert T. Jeschonek.
MOMENTS OF REFLECTION – A Month of Poetry by Una Schembri MOMENTS OF REFLECTION – A Month of Poetry by Una Schembri Feb. 09, 2012 Free! 5022 words Read a sample
At odd moments of the day and night, a word or an idea springs to mind. Inspired by personal experiences, each poem reflects the thoughts of the writer. There is sadness, insight, and humor. The topic is usually the result of events, worries, and fears. There might be moments of pessimism but the conflict always resolves itself. The poet is a believer in happy endings.
Happily Ever After by Angela Charles Happily Ever After by Angela Charles Feb. 09, 2012 $1.00 267 words Sample 10%
“Happily Ever After” is part of Utopian Dreams~Reflections. Reflections are short, inspirational picture books, that help you reflect on your life and what is important. Each story shares an inspirational message or poem. “ “Happily Ever After” is an inspirational picture book that will remind you that Love can last forever! “Happily Ever After” features Angela Charles poem, “Here With Me".
Spring of Happiness by Masaaki Kimura Spring of Happiness by Masaaki Kimura Feb. 08, 2012 $1.99 1673 words Sample 20%
One hundred jewel-like short poems with one hundred simple abstract paintings. Some poems are so pared that the bodies are even shorter than the titles. Others consist of several broken words and sentences, which allows the readers’ philosophy to flow with imagination. And all the poems are written for the purpose of stirring your intrinsic happiness from sleep.
Gietoffers van my siel by Boerius (Wilhelm Pretorius) Gietoffers van my siel by Boerius (Wilhelm Pretorius) Feb. 08, 2012 $9.99 11839 words Sample 20%
“Gietoffers van my siel”, ’n digbundel van Boerius (Wilhelm Pretorius,) is Afrikaanse digkuns op sy beste. Die gedigte spreek meesterlik ’n wye verskeidenheid sielstemas aan. “Gietoffers van my siel” is ’n literêre skat wat tuishoort in elke huis. Nie net om te geniet en weer en weer te lees nie, maar om ook in bewaring gehou te word as eendag se ware Afrikana.
Kid From Lagos by M Koleosho Kid From Lagos by M Koleosho Feb. 08, 2012 $1.99 3782 words Sample 25%
Kid from Lagos is a collection of poems from a Nigerian living abroad. Chronicling his travails and experiences with the aid of poetry.
A Jewel in the Dust by Brent Darnell A Jewel in the Dust by Brent Darnell Feb. 08, 2012 $6.00 23432 words Sample 15%
A Jewel in the Dust is a book of poems written in modern verse, yet steeped in the Sufi tradition, the poems addressed to the Avatar as Divine Companion and to God as the Divine Beloved.
En kvadratisk svinett by Björn Björkegren En kvadratisk svinett by Björn Björkegren Feb. 08, 2012 Free! 63 words Read a sample
Ja, vad döljer sig för djupsinnig text bak denna versform? (Ur "Svinkul!" på Förlaget Grymt)
Когда отступает ночь… by Sergey Diborsky Когда отступает ночь… by Sergey Diborsky Feb. 07, 2012 $2.29 25111 words Sample 20%
«Когда отступает ночь…» – вторая книга автора. В ней он продолжает разговор о Живой Природе. В лирический характер произведений зачастую заложены глубокие философские мысли. Легкая разговорная форма стихотворений и тех нескольких произведений, что написаны в прозе – главное достоинство книги.
You Are Once Again The Stranger by R Bremner You Are Once Again The Stranger by R Bremner Feb. 07, 2012 $0.99 5704 words Sample 15%
Collected poems from the thirty-five year writing career of R. Bremner
Verses For My King by Shirley McLain Verses For My King by Shirley McLain Feb. 07, 2012 $1.25 1286 words Sample 20%
Christian Poetry
Luciérnagas by Alberto de la Madrid Luciérnagas by Alberto de la Madrid Feb. 07, 2012 $1.00 11518 words Sample 20%
Versos de amor, naturalmente.
Petals and Thorns by E.C. Johnson Petals and Thorns by E.C. Johnson Feb. 06, 2012 $0.99 3691 words Sample 25%
a chapbook on a subject we all know too well. Love. About adolescent yearnings, aged longings, love unrequited and love embraced. This chapbook covers the various forms of love. Love, the emotion that drives us all, from butterflies to teary eyes. Cupid's arrow can be so joyful, yet so cruel. 30 pieces of poetry and prose that bring the reader on the journey of joy, of pain, of Love.
The Rat and Other Poems by Malcolm Whyman The Rat and Other Poems by Malcolm Whyman Feb. 06, 2012 $0.99 6320 words Sample 15%
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.
Variations on Some Psalms by Kamala Moore Variations on Some Psalms by Kamala Moore Feb. 06, 2012 $2.00 11883 words Sample 30%
This is a book of my original Psalms inspired by selected verses of the Biblical Psalms.They are written in the Spanish Glosa style in which the poet takes a few lines of a poem and uses it for a take off point into her own poem.
Chaotic Control by Sumayyah Talibah Chaotic Control by Sumayyah Talibah Feb. 06, 2012 $3.99 6416 words Sample 20%
Poems reflecting the loss and gain of control of the chaos within.
A Poem of Science, Or This Our Frost-Weary Harbor by J. Celan Smith A Poem of Science, Or This Our Frost-Weary Harbor by J. Celan Smith Feb. 06, 2012 $2.99 49832 words Sample 20%
A magisterial and powerfully original poetic epic of science history, this book presents with lyrical magic the triumphs and struggles of key sciences that have altered and shaped the terrain of modern culture. It skillfully combines praise and criticism for the various key figures and revolutionary moments in this history, including their breakthroughs and their personal struggles.
iPhoems I by Frederik Christian iPhoems I by Frederik Christian Feb. 06, 2012 Free! 683 words Read a sample
- Those With You And Me
iFone-digte I by Frederik Christian iFone-digte I by Frederik Christian Feb. 06, 2012 Free! 602 words Read a sample
- Dem med dig og mig
The History of Liverpool In Verse by Caroline Doyle The History of Liverpool In Verse by Caroline Doyle Feb. 06, 2012 $4.99 5737 words Sample 20%
A selection of 40 poems giving a brief history of the city of Liverpool, including both people and places. Includes many old images.
Poemas en sepia by Alberto de la Madrid Poemas en sepia by Alberto de la Madrid Feb. 06, 2012 $1.00 4543 words Sample 20%
Versos. Camino del silencio.
Pobre diablo by Alberto de la Madrid Pobre diablo by Alberto de la Madrid Feb. 05, 2012 $1.00 5859 words Sample 20%
Pobre diablo. Algunos versos.
Belshazzar and Antigone by G. E. Kruckeberg Belshazzar and Antigone by G. E. Kruckeberg Feb. 05, 2012 $3.50 14046 words Sample 20%
The book's title, Belshazzar and Antigone, is taken from the lead poem, a story about two cats. The book is a collection of poems that range in tenor from inspirational to ridiculous and in subject from nature through history, politics, and philosophy to human emotions and the incessant exigencies of life. A must read for anyone who is truly enthralled by insightful verse.
Lyrical Ramblings by Stacy Stutz Lyrical Ramblings by Stacy Stutz Feb. 05, 2012 Free! 4213 words Read a sample
Poetry is for the young, the foolish – the idealistic among each generation. Poetry is for the old, the wise – the realist of past generations. Poetry is the songs of our souls.
Desasosiego by Alberto de la Madrid Desasosiego by Alberto de la Madrid Feb. 05, 2012 $1.00 10881 words Sample 20%
Cuando algo queda roto después de años de esperanza y anhelo.
De la espesura del viento by Alberto de la Madrid De la espesura del viento by Alberto de la Madrid Feb. 05, 2012 $1.00 6098 words Sample 50%
Versos, qué decir...
Green Ants and Yam by Paul Vanderloos Green Ants and Yam by Paul Vanderloos Feb. 05, 2012 $0.99 2733 words
A collection of whimsical poetry, which have been performed at the Mackay Writers Poets in the Pub functions each year.
Tunnel Vision by Barnaby Wilde Tunnel Vision by Barnaby Wilde Feb. 05, 2012 Free! 10518 words Read a sample
Another collection of quirky verse featuring some longer verses on subjects as diverse as flying saucers, fear of flying and dining room tables. Pausing along the way to ask, what if whales could fly? and do you need more than two pairs of shoes? Featuring 'The Ballad of Wayne and Bill' and 'Flying Over the Atlantic'. Puns and jokes as usual.
Foot High Flames by Luis Costa Jr Foot High Flames by Luis Costa Jr Feb. 04, 2012 Free! 1995 words Read a sample
Step in the Foot High Flames and discover the pain. A free book containing 15 poems by Luis Costa Jr.
The Eventual Moment by Violet Anthony The Eventual Moment by Violet Anthony Feb. 04, 2012 $2.99 2556 words Sample 15%
Poetry that is Erotic and Sensual.
Algunos versos by Alberto de la Madrid Algunos versos by Alberto de la Madrid Feb. 04, 2012 Free! 3302 words Read a sample
Recopilación de versos.
A Communion of Water and Blood by Bernard Fancher A Communion of Water and Blood by Bernard Fancher Feb. 04, 2012 Free! 5364 words Read a sample
A follow-up collection of poems continuing upon themes dealt with in "Before Dark, and After"--but concentrating more on the element of water than fire.
Viejos olmos by Alberto de la Madrid Viejos olmos by Alberto de la Madrid Feb. 04, 2012 $1.00 21021 words Sample 50%
Versos para después de un naufragio.
Dark Mysteries by Jim Pyra Dark Mysteries by Jim Pyra Feb. 04, 2012 $1.99 3534 words Sample 5%
Dark Mysteries is the first book of poetry written by Jim Pyra as an adult. It includes experimental forms, blank verse, and some meter.
Talking to Myselves by Shawn Edrei Talking to Myselves by Shawn Edrei Feb. 04, 2012 $2.99 6061 words Sample 30%
A collection of poems by a writer with multiple personalities - all of whom are also poets. Featuring the emotionally overwrought Artist, the cynical teenage Rebel and the superstitious Psychic, the poetry in "Talking to Myselves" runs the gamut from the hilarious to the somber, from the reverent to the iconoclastic.
Svart hetta by Björn Björkegren Svart hetta by Björn Björkegren Feb. 04, 2012 Free! 50 words Read a sample
Kärleken är tuff ibland. (Ur antologin "HETTA 2.0" på Pupill Förlag 2011)
Selected Poems by Louis Bertrand Shalako Selected Poems by Louis Bertrand Shalako Feb. 04, 2012 $0.99 4645 words Sample 20%
These poems are inspired by fantasy, nature, mythology, love and heartbreak. If poetry is the language of the soul, it's also the non-literal use of words to convey emotional meaning. It is about feelings rather than clearly-fixed ideas. There's beauty here as well as darkness.
The Breathless Pause by Moyra Caldecott The Breathless Pause by Moyra Caldecott Feb. 03, 2012 $5.99 9450 words Sample 20%
Moyra Caldecott has been writing poetry for many years, and has had many poems published in magazines and anthologies. For the first time, her best poems have been brought together in this book in celebration of her 80th birthday.
Poetic Reflections by Stevie Seber Poetic Reflections by Stevie Seber Feb. 03, 2012 Free! 4553 words Read a sample
Poetic Reflections is a collection of my original poetry. It contains some of my most heart-felt and light-hearted works.
A Legend of A Remarkable Bard by Samuel Luck A Legend of A Remarkable Bard by Samuel Luck Feb. 03, 2012 $0.99 4014 words Sample 10%
A few of the best poems from one of the most exciting up and coming writers Samuel Luck.
Koors/Fotografie: Twee Versamelings Gedigte by Brand Smit Koors/Fotografie: Twee Versamelings Gedigte by Brand Smit Feb. 02, 2012 $5.99 9765 words Sample 20%
Twee versamelings gedigte uit verskeie penne, etlike potlode, en die lomp tikvingers van Brand Smit. Two collections of poetry from several pens, a number of pencils and the keyboard-clumsy fingers of Brand Smit.
Makeece by Makeece Makeece by Makeece Feb. 02, 2012 $7.00 9595 words Sample 20%
In the end, it does not matter what people think of you. It’s what you think of yourself. A true queen is one that can walk that walk not caring about what society feels that they should be. She lets her light shine so people can see what God made her to be.
My Chaotic Life in the Simple Art of Poetry by Jacklynn Sutherland My Chaotic Life in the Simple Art of Poetry by Jacklynn Sutherland Feb. 02, 2012 $0.99 6947 words Sample 20%
Poetry can tell about anything. Love, hate, friendship, nature, etc. But my poetry, is little stories of my life. They are not all happy and cheerful, but they are real and raw.
Poemas solo poemas by Olga Muñoz Poemas solo poemas by Olga Muñoz Feb. 02, 2012 $0.99 8177 words Sample 20%
Rosas / rojas, blancas. / Perfuman, aman, saludan / Un mensaje de amor sin palabras. / Flores. ----------------------------------------- Nosotros estamos hechos de la misma materia que los sueños… WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE
Fantasies of the Waking Dreamer by K.W. McCabe Fantasies of the Waking Dreamer by K.W. McCabe Feb. 02, 2012 Free! 881 words Read a sample
A collection of poetry:
Venus in Arms by Criss Jami Venus in Arms by Criss Jami Feb. 01, 2012 $4.99 6337 words Sample 10%
Venus in Arms is Criss Jami's second book of poetry. It contains a total of 24 poems lit with Jami's original style of clever rhymes, witty wordplay, philosophical undertones, and classical references.
Salomé: In Every Inch In Every Mile by Criss Jami Salomé: In Every Inch In Every Mile by Criss Jami Feb. 01, 2012 $3.99 16703 words Sample 10%
Salomé: In Every Inch In Every Mile explores the philosophies of perspective and emotion that are often "swept under the rug" during a fast-paced era. With a wave of witty classical, mythological, biblical, and even modern references, it includes topics such as one's search for meaning by any means necessary, leaps of faith, self-sacrificial love, and sadistic lust.
Poetic Impressions...On Your Heart ,Mind & Soul book 2 by jami pereira Poetic Impressions...On Your Heart ,Mind & Soul book 2 by jami pereira Feb. 01, 2012 $1.00 3912 words Sample 5%
A rhyming poetry book rich in imagery and word play.Easily read and understood. Jami l. Pereira expresses her thoughts and memoirs in such a manner that it creates a picturesque , heartfelt read.