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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.
Goodbye...Goodnight by Evan Skora Goodbye...Goodnight by Evan Skora July 16, 2009 Free! 239 words Read a sample
"...And no matter how hard I tried, I couldn't keep inside what I had denied..."
From the Pit by Bonnie Mutchler From the Pit by Bonnie Mutchler May 14, 2010 Free! 3964 words Read a sample
A collection of easy to read poetry about life, love, betrayal and suffering. Includes several social/political poems.
8 Poems by Mark Petersen 8 Poems by Mark Petersen July 19, 2010 Free! 1121 words Read a sample
Poetry is something I enjoy reading and writing, and I have gathered a few poems I have written over the past few years to share with any readers who are interested. They are random in their collection and do not represent any particular theme. I hope you enjoy reading them!
Dreams of Snow Cream by Ed Bremson Dreams of Snow Cream by Ed Bremson Aug. 11, 2010 You set the price! 3649 words Sample 30%
A Poetic Memoir, childhood in the 50s
Carriage Returns: Poetry 1988-2008 by Robert Ropars Carriage Returns: Poetry 1988-2008 by Robert Ropars Oct. 04, 2010 Free! 3903 words Read a sample
A collection of poetry written 1988-2008, many began as English class exercises in college. Exploring love in all its forms and passion, life and death.
The Demons in My Bathroom by The M.A.D. Poet (aka Melissa A. Dean) The Demons in My Bathroom by The M.A.D. Poet (aka Melissa A. Dean) Nov. 01, 2010 You set the price! 585 words
Naked I Stand Before Thee
AS TIME GOES BY...LIFE GOES ON by Eugene Solomons AS TIME GOES BY...LIFE GOES ON by Eugene Solomons May 26, 2011 Free! 3379 words Read a sample
At times in our life, we go through stages. We go through our day to day activities, and some times, certain things might just stand out. Someone’s story might be so unbelievable, someone story might just trigger the writing that you’ve been searching for, for a while now.
So Far by Elise Lyons So Far by Elise Lyons Aug. 09, 2011 Free! 2018 words Read a sample
Poetry and brief reflections on life, love, and moments. People, events, and emotions mark moments that we will remember for years to come, even when we wish we could forget. But these moments shape us into the people we are now and the people we will eventually become. These are some of my moments.
The Wolf by Sean Roe The Wolf by Sean Roe Oct. 24, 2011 Free! 212 words Read a sample
An image of the hunt
Relics by Roger Dale Trexler Relics by Roger Dale Trexler Dec. 10, 2011 Free! 1130 words Read a sample
Some poems from long ago that I recently unearthed in my overfilled filing cabinet. Enjoy, Roger
UFO Sighting by UFO Sighting by thechinook Dec. 28, 2011 Free! 540 words Read a sample
A book of poetry about my life struggles from a darker point of view.
Darkside by 4E Inc Darkside by 4E Inc July 15, 2011 Free! 2338 words Read a sample
A poetry book with a mix of lighter and darker poems...
Insanity by KJ Abyzz Insanity by KJ Abyzz Aug. 28, 2011 Free! 379 words Read a sample
In this release KJ Abyzz turns ideas from horror movies and twists them up into his own poetic ideas and calls it "Insanity"
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.
Dreams Of The Poet by Hank Simmons Dreams Of The Poet by Hank Simmons March 25, 2011 Free! 1363 words Read a sample
this short book is poems i did on some dreams i had WARNING i can not be responsible for the raw form of the human mental condition!!!
Threatening Weather by Howie Good Threatening Weather by Howie Good April 30, 2011 Free! 1573 words Read a sample
Poems by Howie Good published by Whale Sound Audio Chapbooks
Fashion Poestry by Fasean Line Fashion Poestry by Fasean Line July 15, 2011 Free! 3203 words Read a sample
Fashion Poestry is a small collection of fashion poems written with a story telling twist. The poems talk about everyday matters and are easy to relate to for any one with a passion for poetry or fashion. I hope it entertains and captures your imagination.
The Moody Historian by Brett Clay Miller The Moody Historian by Brett Clay Miller Sep. 12, 2011 Free! 5036 words Read a sample
The Moody Historian is a collection of poetic prose inspired (or inflicted) by the themes of nature, memory, writing, God, children, love, and the everyday logistics of living and breathing. It is abstract and frequently tongue-in-cheek, but easily digested.
Anatomically Incorrect Sketches of Marine Animals by Sarah Dawson Anatomically Incorrect Sketches of Marine Animals by Sarah Dawson Nov. 29, 2011 Free! 1961 words Read a sample
"Dawson’s poems are lyrical observations, shot through with imagery that is tactile and visceral." Sabotage Reviews. "A surreal & striking juxtaposition of ideas." A Style From a Despair. A short first collected set on various beaches, including Hastings and Barceloneta, AISOMA invokes memories of anemones, lug worms and sea sponges, and bestows them with a new set of connotations.
Harmonies Colorées. by Strofka Harmonies Colorées. by Strofka Aug. 28, 2010 Free! 606 words Read a sample
Harmonies Colorées. Avant-première. ___________________________ Manuscrit dactylographié. inédit. d'obédience odécaphonique. ( écriture régie par l'agencement de sons ) Voici. ( Contre de l'affolant ordinaire ( en 7 parties Strofka
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)
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.
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
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.
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
Gifts with No Giver: A Love Affair with the Truth by Nirmala Gifts with No Giver: A Love Affair with the Truth by Nirmala Jan. 16, 2010 Free! 17141 words Read a sample
A free collection of nondual spiritual poetry written from the Heart by Nirmala, who is a spiritual teacher in the Advaita tradition. This spiritual poetry attempts to capture the undying presence of love in all of its forms. Let your soul be deeply touched by the Rumi-like words of a lover drunk with a passion for the truth.
The Lonely Stars by Peter Ravlich The Lonely Stars by Peter Ravlich July 03, 2011 You set the price! 6338 words Sample 50%
These 53 original poems draw on a wide pool of common experience, to explore the journey from loss to new life. Written in the Shakespearean style, this sonnet sequence is a must-have collection for any poetry lover.
Storage Space: A collection of contemporary poetry by Darren Stein Storage Space: A collection of contemporary poetry by Darren Stein March 06, 2011 Free! 6784 words Read a sample
Darren Stein worked in the townships and squatter camps around Johannesburg and Soweto from 1992-1996. His fields included adult literacy, voter education and community policing. His poetry deals with the emotional turmoil of his years in the townships, the psychological toll that this took upon him, and his subsequent immigration to Australia. His salvation is the joy of parenthood and marriage.
Poetry by Wendy Brumback Poetry by Wendy Brumback July 18, 2009 You set the price! 1265 words Sample 25%
Poetry study. A few short poems, different types and styles.
Cream of Ether by Steve Tiffany Cream of Ether by Steve Tiffany Oct. 19, 2009 Free! 2761 words Read a sample
Poems pulled out of thin air using Icon Poet, the writing toy for human/machine collaboration
Thorn of the Rose by Fegger Thorn of the Rose by Fegger Sep. 16, 2010 Free! 8685 words Read a sample
The true beauty of a rose (love) is that it responds so intimately and wonderfully in accordance to how it is kept, treated and respected; and there are always thorns there to remind, should one forget.
Hello, High! by The M.A.D. Poet (aka Melissa A. Dean) Hello, High! by The M.A.D. Poet (aka Melissa A. Dean) Nov. 01, 2010 Free! 718 words Read a sample
A little advice...
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!
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.
Cloud Studies by Christine Klocek-Lim Cloud Studies by Christine Klocek-Lim March 26, 2011 Free! 1536 words Read a sample
A Sonnet Sequence
Poetic Thoughts by Princess Kelly by Princess Kelly Poetic Thoughts by Princess Kelly by Princess Kelly Aug. 01, 2011 Free! 4264 words Read a sample
Poetry that inspires,delights, and amuses. The topics range from spirituality themes, to personal experiences that others have shared with me, etc.
I Wish I Were A Soul Train Dancer by Howard Feigenbaum I Wish I Were A Soul Train Dancer by Howard Feigenbaum Aug. 30, 2011 You set the price! 2374 words Sample 15%
The fleeting thoughts and feelings that we do not share are part of who we are. Many of us are unwilling to take the social risk of crossing the line. Sometimes someone does.
Latenite Query by Mark Finnemore Latenite Query by Mark Finnemore Oct. 08, 2011 Free! 288 words Read a sample
Do my footsteps fall harder when I come home late at night?
Potato Soup: A Book of Poetry by Stan Grimes Potato Soup: A Book of Poetry by Stan Grimes Oct. 24, 2011 Free! 2236 words Read a sample
Much of the poetry in this book is newer than poems found in Stan's earlier works. This book could be described as an expose of the poet's inner soul or perhaps more crudely, an undressing of life according to Stan Grimes.
Along the Wayward Path by Annalise Grey Along the Wayward Path by Annalise Grey Dec. 11, 2011 Free! 857 words Read a sample
Short collection of poetry about the paths we take in life.
And On The Eighth Day by German Alcala And On The Eighth Day by German Alcala Aug. 23, 2011 Free! 12490 words Read a sample
A collection of 25 poems which deal with the story of the author's naive youth and thinking that he knows everything of importance, learning of heartbreak and death, and rising once more a little more mature, ambitious, and broken in the way all good poets should be. Includes Poems: Hurtful Boy, Lunar Children, Mental Asylum, I Hope He Hates You, Prince Charming, God's One Mercy, and Hero
In the Spirit of Haiku by Kamala Moore In the Spirit of Haiku by Kamala Moore May 05, 2010 Free! 761 words Read a sample
"In the Spirit of Haiku," is a book of short poems of three lines each, which contain an insight or describe the flavour of a moment in time. Rather than being true to the form;they are true to the spirit of Haiku poetry which is an attempt to convey the impact of a moment of truly seeing.
Cherish the Day: 16 Canoe Poems for Summer by Lenny Everson Cherish the Day: 16 Canoe Poems for Summer by Lenny Everson June 14, 2011 Free! 2534 words Read a sample
Sixteen poems about canoeing in summer.
Poets Life by Shane Diamond Poets Life by Shane Diamond July 15, 2011 Free! 2822 words Read a sample
Shane writes about dreaming of a better life, and making money off his poetry.
At The Graveyard by KJ Abyzz At The Graveyard by KJ Abyzz Aug. 30, 2011 Free! 298 words Read a sample
A morbid dark collection of poems by KJ Abyzz
My Ten Best Short Poems by Lenny Everson My Ten Best Short Poems by Lenny Everson Dec. 06, 2011 Free! 1520 words Read a sample
Lenny Everson offers his ten best short poems.
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.