The Glass Lodge by John Brady McDonald is a collection of poetry written by author McDonald from his youth spanning well into his adult years. Each poem is a story that details various moments in his life. Some will share a story that many of us can relate to, while others will be eye-opening pieces... Continue Reading →
Skyfall by Robert A. Stubblefield
Don't put a label to this book after you've read the blurb, or even poem or two. Just read and enjoy. Why? Because, although Skyfall by Robert A. Stubblefield is poetry, it will keep surprising you with the imagery it offers you. It will show memories, motivate, tease, make you think, make you re-think and... Continue Reading →
Poetry in a Pandemic by H.M. Gooden
Any piece of art created during the pandemic has a unique feel to it, given thatmany of us still don’t know how to feel about one of the biggest health crises we faced as humans. Every time I read a book set around the pandemic, brought to life in 2020 I feel this could be... Continue Reading →
Peace in the Midst of the Storm by Kaleb Thompson
This is one of those books that the title makes you curious and the relevant first words you read captivate you. WIPFandtock || Amazon || B&N || Booksamillion The title: "Peace At The Midst Of The Storm" creates images that invite you to think upon it. How can we be peaceful when battered by a... Continue Reading →
Phases by Belinda Betker
This one of the most heartfelt poetry books I've read. Get your copy at Amazon UK The readers are immediately taken into the life of the author and although not every poem was autobiographical, they all give information into the mind of the author and her feelings. The readers are given important events that happened... Continue Reading →
Embracing The Tempest by D. A. Andrews
I went into this book expecting to read poetry and possibly save some for the future to read again, what I got was a whole experience. D. A. Andrews took a pen and scribbled out a window into her soul and the reader gets to take a peek inside. This book was a mix of... Continue Reading →
No Rain in the Desert
No Rain in the Desert by Robert A. Stubblefield is the follow-up poetry collection of "Written in Blood" (our review here). Get your copy on Amazon || Goodreads As in the first collection, Written in Blood, Robert Stubblefield speaks on a wide spectrum of topics. In "No rain in the Desert" the author speaks on... Continue Reading →
Written in Blood by Robert A. Stubblefield
Open on Amazon || Goodreads Written in Blood by Robert A. Stubblefield is a collection of poetry that spans the range from coming-of-age musings to poems that pontificate about the socio-political drama that was unfolding in past years. When it comes to poetry, one thing remains true and that is – it can be interpreted... Continue Reading →
“The Unbelievable Believable” by Billy J Barnum
Poetry, good poetry, can make you feel a certain way and take you on an unexpected journey in your own mind and “The Unbelievable Believable: more tales from the Baron” by Billy J Barnum was no exception. Open on Amazon // Goodreads There were visions of clowns, evil things, strong emotions, accidents, genies, deserted island... Continue Reading →
New Year’s Reads
Looking for books to inspire you start off the New Year on the right foot, full of inspiration? Well, we got JUST the book recommendations for you! 1- A Season in Lights by Gregory E. Phillips is a sublime romance about a ballerina and a pianist in NYC and thier carreers, how they met and... Continue Reading →
