Remember when everything in town was closed on Sundays? It was a day of rest, a day to visit the quiet. On every other Sunday five of us friends, who have known each other for 30+ years, sit together open up and tell each other our longings and share poems from our present, past and future. This book of poems is an open invitation for you to join us.

Henry sat silently in his recliner, trying hard to not listen to his mother-in-law's utterances to his wife. He needed a walk.Walking slowly along the beach his mind was preoccupied in his simmering anger, so he didn't see the object half-buried in the sand. He tripped. Looking back at whatever it was that had caused him to fall, he saw an old-looking lamp. It had a rounded midsection and bell-like base, and there was a small top covering an opening in the middle. The handle was cu...

The second full length poetry collection from the #1 New York Times bestselling author of What Kind of Woman.Kate Baer shot into the literary stratosphere with the publication of her debut poetry collection, What Kind of Woman, which became an instant #1 New York Times bestseller.Kate’s second full-length book of confessional poetry, And Yet, dives deeper into the themes that are the hallmarks of her writing: motherhood, friendsh...

This humorous collection of 150 haikus captures the psyche of cats, and distills the essence of kitty behavior in the five-seven-five scheme of classic Japanese poetry. The poems are accompanied by line drawings.

Warm...funny...nostalgic...remembering a lovable and wise father, and reflecting on how he taught his children all the important stuff about life, either by example or in the guise of great stories. Every beautifully illustrated chapter is a journey into some corner of the heart, whether you simply wish to enjoy a good read, or want the perfect Father's Day gift that says "thank you Dad". If ever there was a must-have book for every father-to-be, this is it.

The classic tale of Beauty and the Beast will capture the heart of every child. Perfect for reading aloud to small children, or for more confident readers to enjoy by themselves, children will be thrilled by the adventures of the young heroine as she gradually discovers the goodness beneath the outwardly terrifying exterior of the Beast. This attractive new version is retold with warmth and sensitivity, and illustrated with lively decorative pictures by Annabel Spenceley.

I dont claim to have any profound answers or life changing insights; Ill leave that to others. But I do believe that we need to make an effort to be more present, particularly now when we are becoming so increasingly distracted. This value judgment is about as arrogant as I get, but thats what I notice in so many people today. I did try to be as truthful as possible about how wonderful, ironic, funny, sad, horrible, confusing, unfair, terrifying, ecstatic, and bizarre this life has appeare...

MeaLee Thomas shines through her poetry in a way that is unapologetic and vulnerable; she doesnt hold anything back. She tells her story like two childhood friends catching up on lost time. If you didnt know her before, you will know her after reading her poetry.-MaryCae Vignolini, Poet & Photographer

In this busy world we live in today, all too often we seem to forget the little things that make other people feel great, and it makes their day. Simple things like holding a door open, asking how someone is doing and actually waiting to hear the answer, or helping someone out in an aisle of a grocery store. This book is about different ways we can do just that- make others feel good. And in return, the feeling we get is indescribable.

This is a collection of poems and short pieces, to entertain you. I thank you for taking the time to stop by. I hope you find a favorite among the pages. May the Lord truly bless your day. Ann

Joy.  Delight.  It's Christmas time, so those emotions should come easily.  Right. But we are busy.  Shopping.  Family.  Extended family.  Extended shopping.  Recitals. Plays.  Spending.  Decorating.  More spending.  Who has the time for joy and delight?   But we have been given so many gifts already, the joy to be astonished, the joy to be gentle, to be warm to others.  None ...

LIFE LYRICS: love, sex and other deviances gives you the decadent sensation of sneaking a look at someone's personal diary. It is a journey of life experiences and observations about the author and people the author has encountered. She reaches into your heart, holds your feelings in her hands and then her pen tells your story and often yours... This is a poetic experience you shouldn't miss...