Soul'ly Raw
This book includes new collections of poems embracing the stages of love and well-being, a journey that focuses on healing and expressing one's emotions like hurt, loss, and grief. This book takes readers through a journey of bittersweet moments in life, divided with short stories, each story serving a different purpose.
How to Write a Poem
In this evocative and playful companion to their New York Times bestselling picture book How to Read a Book, Newbery Medalist Kwame Alexander teams up with poet Deanna Nikaido and Caldecott Honoree Melissa Sweet to celebrate the magic of discovering your very own poetry in the world around you. Begin with a questionlike an acornwaiting for spring. From this first stanza, readers are invited to pay attention--and to see that paying attention itself is poetry. Kwame Alexander and Deanna Nikaido's playful text and Melissa Sweet's dynamic, inventive artwork are paired together to encourage readers to listen, feel, and discover the words that dance in the world around them--poems just waiting to be written down.
Watch Me Bloom
Mindful haiku poems to help us rediscover our natural surroundings, without traveling too far from home. Some flowers are the subject of nursery rhymes and childhood games while others help us celebrate love, remember our homelands or mark the passing seasons. These mindful haiku poems invite us to explore twenty-four flower species growing close to home, from wildflower meadows to urban window boxes. The nature-themed follow up to My Mindful A to Zen, this gorgeous collection of poems teaches us that treating ourselves and our planet mindfully can also be a treat for the senses.
From Poverty to Prosperity
From growing up in one of the deep ghettos of Jamaica to becoming a successful accountant, Marlon McIntyre knows first-hand, the struggles and obstacles that come with poverty. Through the power of education, hard work, and resilience, he was able to rise above his circumstances and achieve his dreams.In this collection of inspiring poems, Marlon shares his personal journey and offers hope and encouragement to young adults facing similar challenges. With titles like "Rising Above the Struggles," "The Power of Education," and "Finding Your Purpose," each poem offers a unique perspective on overcoming adversity and unlocking one's full potential.Whether you're facing financial hardship, discrimination, or self-doubt, this book reminds readers that they have the strength and power to create a better future for themselves. Through the author's heartfelt words and uplifting message, readers will be inspired to chase their dreams and never give up on their journey towards prosperity.With themes of hope, perseverance, and self-discovery, "From Poverty to Prosperity: Poems of Hope and Resilience" is a must-read for anyone looking for inspiration and motivation on their path to success.
Thoughtful Thinking - Book of Poetry for Children
This book of poetry for children focuses on the beauty, power and strength of the natural world through its plant life and animal kingdom in general.The ten-question comprehension exercises allow for reflection on what is read, independent thinking and the testing of literary device knowledge.This book aims to develop strong literary skills in children. It develops their skills of listening, reading, speaking and writing.Also, the poems in this book can analysed in depth by both students and teachers.
Buckle Pocket
Buckle Pocket is less for children, and more for the people who read to them. On the surface, it's a silly, nonsensical picture book full of tongue-twisters and rhymes, but watch out for Easter eggs and tongue-in-cheek gags that only older readers will appreciate. Perfect for all ages.
Sliver - 15th Anniversary Edition
First published in 2008, Sliver remains one of poet Dave Morrison's most popular works. Hailed as 'A hearty weed in the garden of American poetry' Dave Morrison's poems have been published in literary magazines and anthologies, and featured on Writer's Almanac, Take Heart, and Poems from Here. Another Good Day Begins (Soul Finger Press 2022) is his most recent collection. After years of playing in rock bands in Boston and NYC, Morrison now lives on the coast of Maine.
Gladiola Garden
Gladiola Garden is a beautiful collection of poems written by Effie Lee Newsome. One of the first African American poets who wrote primarily for children, she used her poems to help young readers celebrate their own beauty and recognize themselves in fairy tales, folklore, and nature.
Gladiola Garden
Gladiola Garden is a beautiful collection of poems written by Effie Lee Newsome. One of the first African American poets who wrote primarily for children, she used her poems to help young readers celebrate their own beauty and recognize themselves in fairy tales, folklore, and nature.
The Bird That Walked North
"There once was a girl who lost her direction. But through it all, she wrote this collection."Brigid Morrissey has created a poetry collection that is both charmingly innocent and delightfully deep. Full of puns and fun wordplay, these verses have been inspired by people and incidents in her daily life. She hopes this book will be a light for children and adults - that they can also learn to look for humor while finding their path in life.
Stone Soup Magazine
The April 2023 issue of Stone Soup, the literary magazine 100% written and illustrated by kids age 13 and younger. Stone Soup has been inspiring young readers and celebrating the brilliance of its young creators since 1973; we currently publish eleven issues a year, each filled with short stories, memoir, poetry, and artwork.
Morning Hike
A beautiful picture book written in verse, detailing a family's morning hiking trip. Colorful images allow readers to join on the adventure, beginning before dawn and ending with tired eyes on the ride home. Pictures of animals, fishermen, trees, lakes, and other natural beauty fills each page.A perfect a book for nature lovers of any age!
Rhymes and Jingles
"Early to bed and early to rise: If that would make me wealthy and wise I'd rise at daybreak, cold or hot, And go back to bed at once. Why not?" -Mary Mapes Dodge, Rhymes and Jingles (1874) Rhymes and Jingles (1874) by Mary Mapes Dodge contains 200 poems written to delight children. Ten of these follow a traditional format, but the majority are quite short and were written as "garden songs," a genre of verses that are intended to be set to music. They are also accompanied by line drawings. When it appeared, the book was so popular that it was often compared favorably to the author's more famous work, Hans Brinker.
Written Rhythms
Written Rhythms (And the Masochism Hidden Within Them) is a poetry collection spanning from January to December of 2022. Among them include poems about life, maturity, tea leaves, Dungeons & Dragons, and trying to connect with other people.
Shine Light on Mental Fights
The majestic creature we know as the butterfly may not be large in size, but it is large and in meaning. From birth to caterpillar, to the formation of its cocoon. From the first subtle movements of the butterfly's fragile wings, it holds important meaning. The butterfly holds the representation of hope, change, transformation, spiritual rebirth, and life. Like the butterfly, we all have the ability to transform ourselves into the better version of us that we strive to become. We all have a story, which comes with its struggles to shape us. However, we fail to recognize the severity of many of those struggles. The struggles in which our mind is our biggest enemy. Fighting our own thoughts, feeling alone in this endless battle we call life. But you are not alone. We all face similar hardships, and no one should be ashamed of reaching out for help. Sometimes that shoulder to lean on will make the biggest difference in your day-to-day life. This is a book of poems to understand and relate to the biggest mental illnesses many young adults suffer from in today's society. A book of meaningful rhymes to relate to your hard times.
creativity and material constraints
100 poems and one essay about creativity and material constraints. written the summer of 2022 by writer, charles ray hastings jr.
The New Era ( Paperback)
The New Era is a poetry book revolving around a first-year college student and her discovery of femineity and maturity.
Muses from the Moon
muses from the moon is a collection of struggling faith, a holding on in the dark, well, never truly dark because like the moon needing the glow of the sun, we as humanity have been formed in the image of our Heavenly Father, the Creator of the universe who freely sheds His glow upon us. and it is within this very essence of us being in constant need of His light, His light, His light, His light, we can find it always available to us if only we keep looking.A black-authored collection of poetry about trauma, mental health, struggling faith, and perseverance. muses from the moon is an illuminating book of poetry that captures the human spirit and explores it through the lens of the four phases of the moon. Written with teens in mind, the ease and accessibility of the language in this book will help readers young and old to be honest with their feelings and encourage them to meditate on the relationship between what is hard and what is good. W. Scott's free verse poetry is poignant and meditative, weaving pictures with his words that reveal he is a poet who sees into hearts and invites others to do so with him.
His Lavished Love for Littles
Revel in the power of Christ's promises to His children through this set of poetry, prophetic art, and prayers.His Lavished Love for Littles will teach and equip children to know who they are in Christ, their power in Him, and the love of the Father that is lavished upon their souls. "I will sing of the Lord's great love forever; with my mouth I will make Your faithfulness known through all generations. I will declare that your love stands firm forever, that You have established your faithfulness in heaven itself." Psalm 89:1-2 (NIV)"The Spirit you received does not make you slaves, so that you live in fear again; rather, the Spirit you received brought about your adoption to sonship. And by Him we cry, 'Abba, Father.'" Romans 8:15 (NIV)
Muses from the Moon
muses from the moon is a collection of struggling faith, a holding on in the dark, well, never truly dark because like the moon needing the glow of the sun, we as humanity have been formed in the image of our Heavenly Father, the Creator of the universe who freely sheds His glow upon us. and it is within this very essence of us being in constant need of His light, His light, His light, His light, we can find it always available to us if only we keep looking. A black-authored collection of poetry about trauma, mental health, struggling faith, and perseverance. muses from the moon is an illuminating book of poetry that captures the human spirit and explores it through the lens of the four phases of the moon. Written with teens in mind, the ease and accessibility of the language in this book will help readers young and old to be honest with their feelings and encourage them to meditate on the relationship between what is hard and what is good. W. Scott's free verse poetry is poignant and meditative, weaving pictures with his words that reveal he is a poet who sees into hearts and invites others to do so with him.
I Am Who I Aspire To Be
I Am Who I Aspire to BeBy: Lexie Denise I Am Who I Aspire to Be is an inspirational book of affirmations for young minds to learn to believe in themselves. With so much negativity in the world, children need to be told they are beautiful, smart, and amazing people who can grow up to be whatever they want to be. Parents, through reading, can witness the gears turning and watch their children come to the realization that anything is possible through hard work, dedication, and the drive to succeed. These affirmations, taught from a young age, are sure to be a part of your children's growth into adulthood and stick with them throughout their lives. The path ahead can be bumpy and rough, but with these little reminders, they will learn what it takes to achieve their dreams. About the AuthorLexie Denise is a young mother trying her best to practice what she preaches. She can teach her daughter to follow her dreams, but if she herself is not following her own, then she becomes a hypocrite in the eyes of her daughter. So, she sets out to show her daughter that dreams can become a reality through working hard on a daily basis. If it weren't for the support system of her family, she would not have come this far.
Stone Soup
The March 2023 issue of Stone Soup, the literary magazine 100% written and illustrated by kids age 13 and younger. Stone Soup has been inspiring young readers and celebrating the brilliance of its young creators since 1973; we currently publish eleven issues a year, each filled with short stories, memoir, poetry, and artwork.
Sayings/Poems 2021
Sayings/Poems 2021 is a mini book that was rushed due to my dreams. Dreams to due with DAB, and the now President of Russia - Vladimir Putin. In life, you have to think of yourself because; every sin that you commit day in and day out comes at a cost to our life Physically and Spiritually. Put not your trust in evil because; EVIL IS YOUR DEATH LITERALLY. Michelle
High on Infinity
High On Infinity is a collection of work done by a young and often left alone 16-year-old boy suffering from a borderline personality disorder, ADHD, anxiety and just a large co-morbid pile of "I don't like people disorders". Revised, updated and revamped by the man that grew from those fractured beginnings. In a way written in loving memoriam of that 16-year-old as well as his idea of love, how he loved, and who he loved.
Welcome to Monsterville
Welcome to Monsterville, where the residents are anything but ordinary. The monsters here are "friendly! thoughtful! shy and scary," much like their human neighbors. Readers will meet a monster house who plays hopscotch and makes the sidewalks quake, laugh at a bubblegum-headed monster's epic tantrum, and cry with a monster called Sadness. This quirky collection of illustrated poems is a celebration of friendship, emotional intelligence, and creative play as a form of healing.
I'm from
A poetic, heartwarming ode to the small, defining moments of a boy's life, by a critically acclaimed debut author and a Caldecott Honoree. For fans of Last Stop on Market Street. Early morning wakeups and homemade pancakes, Raucous bus rides and schoolyard games, Family games and bedtime rituals... These are the small moments that shape a child's day. I'm From is an invitation into the vivid world of one small boy, a poetic account of all the people and places and things that shape who he is and define where he is from. A Kentucky Bluegrass Award Nominee
Untold Tales Youth Writing 2022
Our societies are built on stories. The tales we tell shape our thoughts and actions, creating our present and future. As we strive for a better, more equitable and sustainable tomorrow, our stories must reflect the entire spectrum of humanity - including youth voices. Through an ever-broader range of stories, we can celebrate what we have achieved and shine a light on the gaps between the ideal and the real world. In sharing these stories, we can inspire action and continue our journey towards a tomorrow in which we can all thrive together. The inaugural 2022 "Untold Tales Youth Writing Competition" was an invitation for young people to tell authentic, truthful stories that reveal issues which need to be discussed and highlight the importance of human rights as well as the UN Sustainable Development Goals. But more than that, it was an invitation for the world to hear the next generation's voice. The Untold Tales Youth Writing Competition, and this book, exist to build a better tomorrow by telling stories today.
Santa's Patch
On Christmas Eve, Santa checks his list confirming everything the children wished. Preparing for the long night ahead, he bent down to shine up his boots when he heard a strange sound. What sound could this be? Join Santa as he investigates the sound and finds a magical surprise. Santa's Patch is a hilarious children's Christmas book exploring fun and mystical adventures. This book contains charming, detailed illustrations and entertaining pictures to make your Christmas unforgettable. This adorable book is fun and delightful for children of all ages and will quickly become a Christmas season go-to favorite.
Amazing Animal Poems
I was in London for work and my wife and children were back in Australia. I was missing them so much I started to write a poem about cooking as I cooked all the time for my kids and would turn it into a theme and a feast. The initial poem was of Australian animals and how I would joke and have fun in the kitchen whilst the kids would help me present a meal with a story. After the first poem, I decided to use my love of travel and choose animals from all over the world. This I did for my kids and all children to understand and appreciate the beauty of animals everywhere, showing human characteristics in a fun way.
See the Light
This captivating collection is at once perspicacious and playful-the wonder of a child combined with the profound musings of an old soul. From observations about nature to insightful reflections on an eclectic assortment of topics, this splendid volume will charm and delight you.
Rhymes For Kids!
Fun rhyming poems that children can enjoy. Some are silly, some are funny, and some tell a story. All can be enjoyed by children through 6th grade. Parents and grandparents have acquired the book to read to very young children to get them used to rhymes. Easy to read for young readers. Tom Catalano has often been compared to Shel Silverstein with his humorous rhyming style.
Breathe
A girl is faced with the challenges of trying to 'be' what others expect of her. She's either too loud or too quiet, too fierce or too weak ... Until it's all too much. So she finds a special place to express her feelings, to regain her sense of self, and to ... breathe. A poem that has been read, viewed and shared across the world, Breathe is for any child (or adult!) who finds life overwhelming at times, and especially for those experiencing anxiety, feelings of insecurity or inadequacy. Brought to life by magical illustrations, this poem reminds us all of the importance of reconnecting with our truest selves.
Job's Jemima
Job's Jemima tells the story of Job in a way that is fun and rememberable. Jemima Love is the new teacher at Latter Rain Orphanage and she is just the woman for the job. She is kind and understands how to capture the interest of children going through challenges of being an orphan.
Stone Soup
The February 2023 issue of Stone Soup, the literary magazine 100% written and illustrated by kids age 13 and younger. Stone Soup has been inspiring young readers and celebrating the brilliance of its young creators since 1973; we currently publish eleven issues a year, each filled with short stories, memoir, poetry, and artwork.
Messages I Never Sent
A book of 56 poems written for those who are always the second choice. "I hope one day I stop being the second option. But if that day never comes, I'd settle being your last choice."
We Are Only Visiting
We Are Only Visiting is a compilation of poems, stories, monologues, plays and speeches written by the young and talented Kathryn Carter.Beginning with her childhood writing, the book follows Kathryn's progression in thinking and growing and is illustrated with photos and her artwork. Some pieces were performed or submitted for exams, some were written for fun and some for competitions.Kathryn only had 20 years to develop her skills but the book will make you laugh, think and perhaps cry. And if you are just beginning your writing journey it may give you some practical ideas and examples of what you can achieve and the fun you can have with language.Above all We Are Only Visiting will show you the power of words to educate, please and entertain.
Breathe
A girl is faced with the challenges of trying to 'be' what others expect of her. She's either too loud or too quiet, too fierce or too weak ... Until it's all too much. So she finds a special place to express her feelings, to regain her sense of self, and to ... breathe. A poem that has been read, viewed and shared across the world, Breathe is for any child (or adult!) who finds life overwhelming at times, and especially for those experiencing anxiety, feelings of insecurity or inadequacy. Brought to life by magical illustrations, this pome reminds us all of the importance of reconnecting with our truest selves.
Same Window Different Views
Tyree Colbert is a 16 year old Poet from Kansas City Missouri. This book gives a view into the window I look out of in everyday life. I share experiences with family, death, love, pain and betrayal.
Albert Dreams
"Albert Dreams" is another story in the series about managing money. Albert returns from his holiday to find many unpaid bills in this episode. He is unsure about what to do next. He is so worried that the bills keep him awake. He takes some tea with his mother and falls asleep. While sleeping, he dreams and sees his mum teaching him how to budget. Strangely, his mum is using apples to explain money matters. Find out what happened next! I think that money stories should be fun and memorable for children.
'Twas the Very First Christmas
The author has to give God all the credit. She did not try to write this nor had she ever thought of writing anything at all. It just came together as a poem many years ago. The only reason it is in print today, was her desire to pass it on to her children, grandchildren and great grands in a book format and hopefully have others read and enjoy it as well.
Songs of Innocence and Songs of Experience
Songs of Innocence and of Experience is a collection of illustrated poems by William Blake. It appeared in two phases: a few first copies were printed and illuminated by Blake himself in 1789; five years later, he bound these poems with a set of new poems in a volume titled Songs of Innocence and of Experience Shewing the Two Contrary States of the Human Soul. Blake was also a painter before the creation of Songs of Innocence and Experience and had painted such subjects as Oberon, Titania, and Puck dancing with fairies. "Innocence" and "Experience" are definitions of consciousness that rethink Milton's existential-mythic states of "Paradise" and "Fall". Often, interpretations of this collection centre around a mythical dualism, where "Innocence" represents the "unfallen world" and "Experience" represents the "fallen world".[2] Blake categorizes our modes of perception that tend to coordinate with a chronology that would become standard in Romanticism: childhood is a state of protected innocence rather than original sin, but not immune to the fallen world and its institutions. This world sometimes impinges on childhood itself, and in any event becomes known through "experience", a state of being marked by the loss of childhood vitality, by fear and inhibition, by social and political corruption and by the manifold oppression of Church, State and the ruling classes. The volume's "Contrary States" are sometimes signalled by patently repeated or contrasted titles: in Innocence, Infant Joy, in Experience, Infant Sorrow; in Innocence, The Lamb, in Experience, The Fly and The Tyger. The stark simplicity of poems such as The Chimney Sweeper and The Little Black Boy display Blake's acute sensibility to the realities of poverty and exploitation that accompanied the "Dark Satanic Mills" of the Industrial Revolution.
Thoughts
Are you tired of picking up a book, flipping to the dedication, and finding out that, once again, the author has dedicated the book to someone else? If the book is not for you, why read it? Well that's not the case this time as this book is dedicated to you. This is a book for those who seek a degree of change and variety in their life and become dissatisfied when hemmed in by restrictions and limitations. This book is for you. It's also a book for people like me, people who are at times are extroverted and sociable, while at other times introverted, wary and reserved.
The World Outside My Window
Inside every man's heart lies a tamed beast ready to allow someone to love him. But sometimes that beast has to roar in order to be heard. For me, my roar is the stroke of a pen to paper and letting the words flow through me. For me, that is the magic of poetry. The World Outside My Window is for those lonely, romantic souls who have always strive for unconditional love & happiness in their lives. With these poems you will discover my love for family, courtship & intimacy. But you will also see the other side of love that will create pain, vulnerability & the trials of deceit. Open your heart & fall in love with these entrancing poems. You will discover yourself worthy of love & having true strength of self.
The Ceremony of Leaving someone you Love.
"The ceremony of leaving someone you love" serves to empty the reservoir of agonizing emotions tied to a particular kind of loss and attachment. Interacting with these missives, engenders healing and exfoliates the sadness by shaking the tree at its roots; so the reader can find the freedom trapped within and reconnect.
we suffer connection
A poetry collection that embodies the thoughts and feelings of young love, sadness and anxiety. Incredibly introspective, it follows a total of 5 key chapters each detailing a different theme: connection (I & II), derealisation, turmoil and resolution, with a section of beautiful haikus at the end. The title is a message to all that sometimes our connections with others are painful, but we endure them nonetheless and they make us who we are. Connection also comes in many forms, whether that be with ourselves, a loved one or a thought or feeling that keeps us going or stops us in our tracks. This collection aims to illustrate a time in my life that was fraught with indecision - but most of all, love and appreciation. I hope you will enjoy and really connect with these words
