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The Han Shan Poems by Norton Hodges The Han Shan Poems by Norton Hodges May 15, 2008 Free! 1082 words Read a sample
Han Shan ('Cold Mountain') is a figure associated with a collection of poems of the Tang dynasty in the Taoist/Zen tradition.
The Closet Clandestine: a queer steps out by Edward C. Patterson The Closet Clandestine: a queer steps out by Edward C. Patterson May 30, 2008 $0.99 21419 words Sample 10%
A collection of seven poetry books (180 poems), The Closet Clandestine: a queer steps out, tracks a gay man's sensitivities to the strange world encountered both in and out of the real and poetic closet. Sensitive and bold, and sometimes shocking and, in all cases, lyrical, this is a journey from shy emergence to bold self-confidence.
Come, Wewoka & Diary of Medicine Flower by Edward C. Patterson Come, Wewoka & Diary of Medicine Flower by Edward C. Patterson May 30, 2008 $0.99 11161 words Sample 10%
The Trail of Tears left a deep mark on the Cherokee nation, a mark that still ripples through the descendants of that culture. It should also leave an indelible mark on the current conscience. Come, Wewoka - Poems on the Trail of Tears is a collection of heartfelt reflections on Cherokee culture during those days and after. Diary of Medicine Flower - Cherokee Aphorisms re modern Cherokee thoughts
Comfort Zone Poetry by Comfort Zone Poetry by hlaxner July 25, 2008 Free! 540 words Read a sample
A collection of poems that tap into some of life's trying times and reveals one way to look at things.
Song For A Friend by Wren Sasaki Song For A Friend by Wren Sasaki Dec. 04, 2008 Free! 97 words Read a sample
This is a very short poem, so I feel any lengthy description would really be counter productive. I wrote it for a friend, not myself, but I have found that it has the propensity to make me feel better as well. I hope it can brighten your day.
Bless The Vampires by Frank F. Atanacio Bless The Vampires by Frank F. Atanacio Dec. 11, 2008 $3.95 9500 words Sample 35%
" Bless The Vampires, " She whispered with a tone so soft, Confused, he dropped her, fled into the dark night, because her blessings were filled with fright.
The Oak Tree by Wendy Brumback The Oak Tree by Wendy Brumback Dec. 21, 2008 You set the price! 94 words Sample 25%
A poem about life.
The Little Book of Horror Poems by Gregory D. Welch The Little Book of Horror Poems by Gregory D. Welch Jan. 17, 2009 You set the price! 3042 words Sample 25%
In the Little Book of Horror Poems, the nightmare emotion of Horror is the star crossed lover to the thing of ancient beauty---Poetry. And why not? They two were meant to be one, as lady Poetry is a woman of emotions, hungers, lustings, cravings, fears and love. Horror is her suitor, a thing of animal giving and animal taking. He come sin the dark and lonely hour. The time of our greatest needs...
How I Speak to You by christopher viau How I Speak to You by christopher viau Jan. 18, 2009 $2.00 2234 words Sample 10%
How I Speak to You is a book of poems that I wrote how look at world throw the eyes of someone have cerebral palsy. I love to write poetry. I hope to change your views of people with disabilities by reading this book.
Choosing Sides by Frank F. Atanacio Choosing Sides by Frank F. Atanacio Jan. 19, 2009 $3.95 5207 words Sample 25%
Mother’s tears, father’s fears, twice she ran away, always talking, so many angry words, but there was nothing to say. A Pick-up truck slowed on the road, just behind her. It was after mid-night, her options were thin, his tone almost flippant, as he demanded her to get in, with a stare so ice cold, the pick-up truck was hissing, and she did as she was told now see her Missing!
Fighting the Waves by M.I. Krupenich Fighting the Waves by M.I. Krupenich Jan. 24, 2009 $1.00 337 words Sample 30%
Thoughts of a betrayed woman as she struggles to cope with her new reality...
Alius Dies by Emed Malpom Alius Dies by Emed Malpom Jan. 24, 2009 Free! 181 words Read a sample
This is a short poem about life in the trenches for a soldier fighting in World War One. It is inspired by the works of Siegfried Sassoon.
Bodywearers by Connie Colwell Miller Bodywearers by Connie Colwell Miller Jan. 25, 2009 $1.99 7163 words Sample 30%
Whether Connie Colwell Miller writes of a red-tailed hawk hunting for mice or a lover’s underwear crumpled on the floor, her voice is filled with a revealing breathe of candor. The poems in Bodywearers draw our attention to the small details in nature and of the body, often showing us beauty where we may not have expected it.
Pacific by Scott R. Welaert Pacific by Scott R. Welaert Jan. 25, 2009 $1.99 9329 words Sample 30%
Pacific is a poetic mix of Rent and Romeo and Juliet, where two star-crossed lovers, David and Marti, set out to fulfill their dying wish: see the Pacific Ocean. In his poetry collection, Scott R. Welvaert chronicles the pair's journey through the Black Hills, past Devil’s Tower, and to Cannon Beach. Before reaching their destination, they must first accept their fates and the past mistakes.
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.
During The End Of Days by Frank F. Atanacio During The End Of Days by Frank F. Atanacio Jan. 28, 2009 $3.95 5749 words Sample 25%
Dark Poetry that will haunt your dreams. Witches, drama, demons and Angels all battling during the end of days....
Breath in This Dust by Brad Wright Breath in This Dust by Brad Wright Jan. 31, 2009 You set the price! 4306 words Sample 20%
Poems of hope and darkness... esperanza y oscuridad.
The Darkness and the Light and Other Poems by Travis King The Darkness and the Light and Other Poems by Travis King Feb. 07, 2009 $4.95 2960 words Sample 20%
The 25 poems in this collection by Pacific Northwest writer Travis King invite the reader to enter another realm — a realm of thoughts and visions both fantastic and surreal —a realm populated by demons, angels, ghosts, extraterrestrials, and more — a realm that exists just on the outskirts of our own, where shadows dance between the darkness and the light.
When I Grow Up by Wren Sasaki When I Grow Up by Wren Sasaki Feb. 07, 2009 Free! 296 words Read a sample
We all experience growing pains. It can be beautiful and it can be happy, but at the same time, it's just what it is: It's change.
Where Have You Gone, Great Goddess? and Other Poems of Nature and the Spirit by Travis King Where Have You Gone, Great Goddess? and Other Poems of Nature and the Spirit by Travis King Feb. 07, 2009 $4.95 3310 words Sample 20%
The 25 poems in this collection by Pacific Northwest writer Travis King invite the reader to enjoy, through the poet's eyes, the natural wonders of the world, both physical and spiritual. Examining the nature of the seasons, the elements, the world around us, and religious beliefs, these poems perhaps answer the question posed within: Where have you gone, Great Goddess?
A Heartbeat, A Death Note by Evan Skora A Heartbeat, A Death Note by Evan Skora Feb. 08, 2009 Free! 580 words Read a sample
Poems about love
Last Breath by Frank F. Atanacio Last Breath by Frank F. Atanacio Feb. 09, 2009 $3.95 6707 words Sample 30%
When reading poetry you never really expect to feel the air leaving your body... but when you start turning the pages with this book... you'll start feeling your last breath leaving. Dark, Death poems will haunt your dreams. So sit back and enjoy the night terrors.
Pretty/Sick Poems by Michael Edgerly Pretty/Sick Poems by Michael Edgerly Feb. 19, 2009 $2.00 1663 words Sample 10%
Poems created from 1983 to 2003. Dark with a twist of humor and exposing the reality that crawls it's way out from the stomach of human nature.
Seconds To Die by Frank F. Atanacio Seconds To Die by Frank F. Atanacio Feb. 22, 2009 $3.95 11939 words Sample 30%
Compassionate poetry at times, but mostly flinching, and sometimes wickedly dark. Vivid as the characters you will read in every prose. It took us Millions of years to evolve, and just Seconds To Die!
A Paper Reborn by Wren Sasaki A Paper Reborn by Wren Sasaki March 01, 2009 Free! 138 words Read a sample
Can we capture poetry in its rawest form?
Bastards of Old by Gregory D. Welch Bastards of Old by Gregory D. Welch March 02, 2009 Free! 0 words Read a sample
A dark poem hinting at an unseen and hidden force snipping away at our dreams and destiny.
TORCELLO: Reflections on an Affirmative Path 1 by John Torcello TORCELLO: Reflections on an Affirmative Path 1 by John Torcello March 03, 2009 $1.99 1117 words Sample 50%
A small collection of free-verse poetry written from the perspective of a mid-lifer; but, intended for all. Insightful, positive, affirmative and inspirational.
RHYTHMS - Poetry and Muse by Leo Shelton RHYTHMS - Poetry and Muse by Leo Shelton March 06, 2009 $5.97 14265 words Sample 25%
RHYTHMS is the first book of poetry published by Tugson Press and author/owner Leo Shelton, and the winner of the 2008 IPPY Award Gold - 1st Place for Poetry. He writes about the realistic rhythms of life, lust, love and loss. He boldly carries the reader on a journey of emotions, through reflections, insights, and a dance, that is both uniquely his but shared by the reader—any reader.
SOUL-FULL - Poetry by Leo Shelton SOUL-FULL - Poetry by Leo Shelton March 06, 2009 $5.97 7399 words Sample 25%
A love affair of two poets, through spiritual connections; a respect and admiration of an emotionally charged dialogue, that resonates both deep and true, through the movement of words. Another insightful, penetrating look into the mind, emotions, love and life of a very deep and personable writer.
False Idols: Doom Doom by PrinceCharles Davis False Idols: Doom Doom by PrinceCharles Davis March 07, 2009 $3.99 2105 words Sample 15%
A short collection of abstract poems by the Berkeley, California born/Oakland, California raised Prince-Charles Davis. He is not only a 10 year plus spoken word artist, but a 15 year plus writer. This is collected work from 2001.
I Am Rich; Yet Still Poor Volume 1: Can U Hear Me World by Authoress Kerry Lynn Cochran I Am Rich; Yet Still Poor Volume 1: Can U Hear Me World by Authoress Kerry Lynn Cochran March 08, 2009 $6.00 6438 words Sample 25%
This first book in an anthology series of poetry. by and about the author's life experiences and things that she sees. And it will motivate and help others to love, live, learn and to survive; through the author's life and eyes
Pomes - Older and Younger by John Thomas Ahearn Pomes - Older and Younger by John Thomas Ahearn March 15, 2009 $3.99 17430 words Sample 15%
Pomes, Older and Younger, a debut poetry collection from John Ahearn, offers a basket of poems that will stay long after they have been read, poems that manage to smile at the realities of love and life. John Ahearn believes that all the old forms are there to be used in the working poet's toolbox - that there is a form for every expression. His unsparing modern eye does the rest.
TORCELLO: Reflections on an Affirmative Path 2 by John Torcello TORCELLO: Reflections on an Affirmative Path 2 by John Torcello March 18, 2009 $1.99 1414 words Sample 50%
A second small collection of free-verse poetry; further thoughts about heading down the road; and, continuing where volume 1 left off. Written from the perspective of a mid-lifer; but, intended for all. Insightful, aware, mindful, positive and inspirational.
FAR AWAY AT HOME by David Bellarosa FAR AWAY AT HOME by David Bellarosa April 07, 2009 $4.00 9025 words Sample 15%
FAR AWAY AT HOME is a book of writing by a new American author, David Bellarosa. FAR AWAY AT HOME is the author's first published work.
POETRY SHEET, VOL. 1, APRIL 09 by Carla Viniferi POETRY SHEET, VOL. 1, APRIL 09 by Carla Viniferi April 08, 2009 $1.99 584 words Sample 20%
Poetry Sheet is intended as an inexpensive, quick-to-read monthly publication for your reading pleasure born of my passion for words. Read it while you are downloading, on the mobile while the laundry is drying, and gentlemen, read it to your dates, they'll be impressed. Ponder, puzzle, and possess. And for godssakes, read it OUT LOUD!!
Trains of Thought by Jill Martin Trains of Thought by Jill Martin April 10, 2009 $1.49 3301 words Sample 15%
This collection of poems by Jill Martin offers impressions and reactions to the ordinary as well as the extraordinary. Subjects range from death to the January Sales, from nature's beauty to party wear. The deceptively clever use of language makes for a blend of easily absorbed verses that entertain and, maybe, open a few avenues of thought in the process.
The Arrival by JA Laflin The Arrival by JA Laflin April 16, 2009 $4.00 1719 words Sample 50%
What would the world look like through the eyes of visitors? In this free-form poem, men from another world arrive to observe and ultimately cast judgement upon the present state of the Planet Earth.
Miller's Moments of the Mind by Becky Miller Miller's Moments of the Mind by Becky Miller April 20, 2009 $2.00 1189 words
Assorted poems written by the time/space travel fiction author Becky Miller.
Oranges by Evan Skora Oranges by Evan Skora April 22, 2009 Free! 153 words Read a sample
One small poem about one small fruit
Che Forever by Dan Brook Che Forever by Dan Brook April 27, 2009 $0.99 7180 words Sample 18%
In this bilingual English/Español edition, Che Forever is a sympathetic and poetic biographical sketch detailing the past, promise, potential, and power of the dynamic ideas and ideology of Che Guevara, the iconic Latin American revolutionary. Read it and surprise yourself!
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.
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.
Avant-propos d'un prince fou by Guy Boulianne Avant-propos d'un prince fou by Guy Boulianne May 07, 2009 $7.00 4846 words Sample 35%
Guy Boulianne nous livre ici son premier recueil de poèmes. Poète autodidacte, il n'est d'aucune école sinon celle de la vie avec ses aléas quotidiens et ses instants fugaces de joie intérieure. Ses poèmes reflètent dans un premier temps sa prise de possession du monde qui l'entoure, puis phénomène d'osmose, il recrée ce monde dans un symbolisme subtil, visionnaire.
Inspiration de mes contradictions by Véronique Sélesse Inspiration de mes contradictions by Véronique Sélesse May 08, 2009 $8.20 6690 words Sample 35%
La poésie est l’art de créer des significations puissantes. Elle s’écrit naturellement que si elle est viscérale. Véronique Sélesse décode l’invisible pour le traduire en impression et elle est une poétesse songeuse. Sa poésie est paradoxale et suggère des sensations qui vous envahiront de nouvelles perceptions. Laissez-vous transporter dans l’inspiration de ses contradictions.
C'est ça la vie ! by Francine Minville C'est ça la vie ! by Francine Minville May 08, 2009 $7.80 5052 words Sample 35%
Avoir entre les mains ce nouveau recueil de poésies et s’imprégner des pensées de Francine ne peut que marquer notre esprit et nous mettre en phase de questionnement personnel. Tout au long des pages, par ses mots, ses expressions fortes et son rythme, on peut ressentir l'esprit "tenaillé" entre espoir et désespoir de Francine.
Les Poésies de l'âme by Micheline Lantin Les Poésies de l'âme by Micheline Lantin May 08, 2009 $9.10 17865 words Sample 35%
Les poésies de l'âme L'âme, ce rayon lumineux mais invisible qui fait la vie, ce souffle qui anime le corps malgré les douleurs dont peut être accablé celui-ci, prend toute son envergure dans les écrits de Micheline Lantin ; cette dame qui dans le sang de son coeur trempe sa plume pour faire la guerre à la souffrance...
I Would be Naive by Bryl R. Tyne I Would be Naive by Bryl R. Tyne May 09, 2009 Free! 198 words Read a sample
Mother's Day 2009 ~ a poem for my mom
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.
A Life in Darkness by Elizabeth Agiantritis A Life in Darkness by Elizabeth Agiantritis May 11, 2009 Free! 2072 words Read a sample
This collection features poems laced with a sense of depression and hopelessness and paint a picture of a world submerged in perpetual darkness. If you enjoyed this collection of poetry, please let me know.
Poetry for my Mother by Elizabeth Agiantritis Poetry for my Mother by Elizabeth Agiantritis May 12, 2009 Free! 1279 words Read a sample
This collection features almost all of the poems I have written for my mother, for either her birthday or Mother's Day. In general all of my poems come to my mind out of the blue, so these were a little harder for my to write as I had to sit down and write something specific. If you enjoyed this collection of poetry, please let me know.