Life-Thoughts, Poetry and Prose


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Reprint of the original, first published in 1875.




Make Me Rain


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One of America’s most celebrated poets challenges us with this powerful and deeply personal collection of verse that speaks to the injustices of society while illuminating the depths of her own heart. For more than fifty years, Nikki Giovanni’s poetry has dazzled and inspired readers. As sharp and outspoken as ever, she returns with this profound book of poetry in which she continues to call attention to injustice and racism, celebrate Black culture and Black lives, and and give readers an unfiltered look into her own experiences. In Make Me Rain, she celebrates her loved ones and unapologetically declares her pride in her Black heritage, while exploring the enduring impact of the twin sins of racism and white nationalism. Giovanni reaffirms her place as a uniquely vibrant and relevant American voice with poems such as “I Come from Athletes” and “Rainy Days”—calling out segregation and Donald Trump; as well as “Unloved (for Aunt Cleota)” and “”When I Could No Longer”—her personal elegy for the relatives who saved her from an abusive home life. Stirring, provocative, and resonant, the poems in Make Me Rain pierce the heart and nourish the soul.




Ebb & Flow


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Ebb & Flow is a collection of poetry and prose inspired by a lifelong journey towards healing, growth, and self-discovery. In her book, Déjà Rae explores the ebb and flow cycle that weaves throughout different seasons of life. Through periods of loneliness and heartbreak, Ebb & Flow highlights the growth that is gained through grief, and the breakthrough that comes from brokenness. Ebb & Flow is authentic, intriguing, and uplifting. It will drive you to new depths and inspire you to chase after your truest self.




Wandering Among the Stars


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The motivational journey of a poet among his walking words, a tale written in prose with many poems and inspirational quotes. 'Wandering among the stars' tells the love story between the protagonist and life. A story where poetry and prose are intertwined like soul and body, to bring this love story to life so the reader can live it. So it's not about a collection of poems, least of all a story in verse. Maybe it could be described as a book of 'narrated poems' or as a 'literary musical'; actually it represents a narrative experiment that lies somewhere between a meta-novel, a collection of poems and an essay; its main aim is to encourage those readers that usually prefer to read only prose works to read poetry as well. (Do you want to try?) As a poetry anthology it includes chapters about love, the cosmos, death, spirituality and poetry itself. Italian edition of this book has been a hit and has remained for more than twelve consecutive months among the bestsellers of its category in the Italian Kindle Store. ( http://smarturl.it/stelle ) - 'Wonderful book! Wirton Arvel is the new Gibran' Mark J. - 'Poetry is the sound track of our soul; this book tells why' Josh Russell - 'It's like a never ending story singing the song of universe to our soul' Liz Baum - 'Very inspirational biography, for all 'active dreamers' and life lovers' Brandon Dyer - 'This book is like nothing I have ever read before' David H. Birley - 'Reading the book, you become a part of something bigger than yourself' Uvi Poznansky - 'An interesting sensory experience" Dennis Waller - 'Simply beautiful. A treasure for anyone who loves poems' Ionia Martin - 'A book for lovers of words' Scarlett Jensen - ''Impudent stillness' (one of the poems) is a jewel of combination of words and ideas' Jean Pailler - 'This book cannot be summarized - that would tarnish its beauty of wholeness' Grady Harp Grab the free Kindle preview ("send sample" button) and give it a try! It's also available in Italian ( http://smarturl.it/stelle ) and in a bilingual parallel texts edition [English-Italian] ( http://smarturl.it/ProsePoetry ) More from Kentauron: http://smarturl.it/Kentauron




Thoughts by Thelma. . . Poetry/Prose with a Touch of You


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From Grace with Love Is a group of collected Thoughts, Poetry and Prose from a long arriving poet, Thelma Knox Ross. Ranging from Holiday Cheers, Seasonal Greetings and a narrative of prose that touches different areas of our lives and those we love. A poet, whom through life many challenges and hardships have found a unique yet simple solution to many, many of life's problems. Her thoughts touch the lives of those we love and the ones we've lost. Of those who are going through the ills of life, with encouraging words of comfort. This is a group of simple words sharing Christian Love through the words of God. A word that lifts the spirits and saves the soul. Words that encourages all to look to our fellowman as our neighbor. Promote unity and love for life, for everyone. She offer words that helps, when you need it most.




Foundation stones to Happiness and Success


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"To live out the teaching of this book faithfully in every detail of life will lead one to more than happiness and success — even to Blessedness, Satisfaction and Peace." Lilly L. Allen




Hearts and Empires


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Maybe the saddest lines can't really be written, and the saddest thoughts can't really be uttered. And maybe, I miss you, is the closest thing we could have. Hearts and Empires is Cynthia Go's first book, a collection of her most heart-wrenching tales, prose, and poetry, that will surely tug at your heart and soul. Written raw, and sometimes with almost whimsical and magical feel, this book is comprised of different sections that will touch every part of you that aches and needs healing, and every part of you that feels. Parts: Love and Heartbreak, Tales and Magic, Grim and Darkness, Healing and Fire, Love Letters to the Dead




Acoustic Rooster's Barnyard Boogie Starring Indigo Blume


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Afraid of singing in front of a large crowd, Indigo dreams about Acoustic Rooster and his band and, after a storm flattens their barn, helps organize a concert fundraiser to rebuild it.




When Love Speaks


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The perfect gift for Valentine’s Day 'And when Love speaks, the voice of all the gods Makes heaven drowsy with harmony' Love's Labour's Lost, William Shakespeare When Love Speaks brings together the greatest writing on love and commitment - from Donne to Cole Porter, Sappho to P.G. Wodehouse, love letters of the great composers to Edwardian marriage advice. These poems and passages capture high romance and everyday happiness, feverish first love and tender union. This joyful anthology provides a range of unique and inspiring readings for a wedding or civil ceremony. Selected by the poet Adam O'Riordan




Diaspora of Thoughts


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This book was born out of a passion for literature and the need to establish a cultural legacy for our next generation dispersed all over the World. A Diaspora of Thoughts fittingly the dispersal of thoughts. Like many, I have always wondered how to communicate the African wise sayings, poems and prose we learned from our grandparents to our children- the next generation. Many children of our time fill their times with new computer games since we have failed to challenge them to recite and learn our culture through sayings, poems and prose, this has been the greatest reason to do this work. What you are about to read is a combination of wise sayings and poems mostly from early life in an African village, of course subsequent life experiences as well as comments from observing the life of others who have lived significant lives. Some poems cover views on matters that concern the oppressed peoples of the world and especially the colored race . It expresses a sense of community enough for us to care about ourneighbor. Some of theserecitals deal with the excessiveness of the rich and the abjectness or lack in the poor and the responsibilities of both parties. Thiscollection of poems & proseis for the individual or teacher interested in leisure reading and general literature as a whole. It is more about African and American sociologicalheritage wrapped in poetry & prose.