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Love, Pain, Blood and Tears by Nemonica Bars Love, Pain, Blood and Tears by Nemonica Bars April 10, 2012 Free! 891 words Read a sample
A short collection of love poems by Nemonica Bars.
Premium Teenage Angst: The Poetic Formative Years by Dave V Premium Teenage Angst: The Poetic Formative Years by Dave V April 10, 2012 $0.99 1477 words Sample 20%
This is every poem that I ever wrote as a teenager and saved to a hard drive. If you are looking for pure, hormonal passion spruced up with a bit of sarcastic-yet-angst-ridden teenage wit, then look no further. If you feel like killing some time some afternoon in a nostalgic way, then join me. This collection contains 7 poems.
Metamorphine and Other Poems by Adrian Sturgess Metamorphine and Other Poems by Adrian Sturgess April 10, 2012 Free! 3394 words Read a sample
This is a selection of 22 poems written over a span of some years. They are widely diverse in subject matter as well as in style. I have provided a very brief explanatory note to many of the poems, where I feel that this will be helpful to the reader.
Rest by Masaaki Kimura Rest by Masaaki Kimura April 10, 2012 $1.99 134 words Sample 20%
95 poems with 95 abstract paintings.
Sand between the toes by Neil Robinson Sand between the toes by Neil Robinson April 10, 2012 $1.99 11309 words Sample 20%
A collection of my mother's poems (romantic, nostalgic and humorous) set in two areas of britain (the midlands and tyneside) between 1939-1995
Titanic by NAP BOOKS Titanic by NAP BOOKS April 09, 2012 Free! 937 words Read a sample
Prose poems by Jess Dutschmann
Poems of Passion by Adrian Sturgess Poems of Passion by Adrian Sturgess April 09, 2012 Free! 1445 words Read a sample
This is a collection of 11 poems, written over a span of some years. The subject matter of these poems generally lies in the realm of love found, love lost or some other aspect of love. The poems are varied in style and range from the relatively traditional to the fairly bizarre.
Descente aux enfers by Peppone Descente aux enfers by Peppone April 09, 2012 $0.99 258 words
Poème
L'amer Alzeï by Peppone L'amer Alzeï by Peppone April 09, 2012 $0.99 442 words Sample 20%
Poème
Souvenirs by Cudalina Anna Souvenirs by Cudalina Anna April 09, 2012 $9.99 7298 words Sample 15%
An eclectic assortment of writings Intended to celebrate the imagination And which aspire to ignite imaginative travel. I extend them as offerings to the reader As a tribute to contemplation And remembrance. So come sit beside me If only for a short while...
Places Vol. 2 by Caroline Doyle Places Vol. 2 by Caroline Doyle April 09, 2012 $0.99 2104 words Sample 20%
A selection of poetry of a variety of places, from buildings to countries.
Places Vol. 1 by Caroline Doyle Places Vol. 1 by Caroline Doyle April 09, 2012 $0.99 2292 words Sample 20%
A selection of poetry of a variety of places, from buildings to countries.
Poetry From Behind Bars by Caroline Doyle Poetry From Behind Bars by Caroline Doyle April 09, 2012 $1.99 1934 words Sample 20%
A selection of 20 poems of crime and punishment
The Good... The Bad... The Indifferent... by Saydie L. Wright The Good... The Bad... The Indifferent... by Saydie L. Wright April 08, 2012 $0.99 5188 words Sample 20%
This compilation of poetry reflects different aspects of my life, good, bad and indifferent. This book is dedicated to all who struggle, or have struggled with abuse, neglect and confusion but still manage to accept and appreciate the healing power of love and forgiveness.
Artemis by Becky Carr Artemis by Becky Carr April 08, 2012 $2.99 3362 words Sample 5%
This is a complete collection of my poetry from 2004-2012.
Struggle by Gaurav Pratap Singh Struggle by Gaurav Pratap Singh April 07, 2012 Free! 73 words Read a sample
A light hearted account of our day to day life when we feel let down by the immense amount of work to succeed in life. And this that Struggle is a very important part of our development process.
Must by D.A. Ash Must by D.A. Ash April 07, 2012 $0.99 1681 words Sample 20%
a furtive glance, a look to one side while knowing full well the others are having fun. spring time all the time, harvest every fall. plus the cosmopolitan egalitarianism that some pompous ass has no right over me in times of need or not - not.:) staying tight to the sonnet although sometimes adrift alas, akin, akimbo my heart is bespoken to another tis true... enjoy! D. A. Ash
Human works by Jean-Pierre Makosso Human works by Jean-Pierre Makosso April 07, 2012 $9.10 14218 words Sample 30%
In this captivating collections of poems, Jean-Pierre Makosso presents an epic with heart, an african history through poetic prose, the griot in written form. It documents the black continent from its roots in a collectivist paradise, through slavery to present day post-colonialism.
Poems of Divine Inspiration & Hope by Erika Newton Poems of Divine Inspiration & Hope by Erika Newton April 07, 2012 $2.99 4591 words Sample 20%
Welcome to ‘Poems of Divine Inspiration & Hope’, the second of four volumes in the Christian Poetry Unleashed series. Most of the works in all four volumes of the series are compiled together for you in ‘Floetic Ascension of a Lotus – Christian Poetry, Prose & Spoken-Word’.
Verbal Alchemy by Michael N Thompson Verbal Alchemy by Michael N Thompson April 07, 2012 $3.99 5533 words
Deep inside the belly of the beast that's caked with the status quo, politically correct meat puppets in denial that the Los Angeles riots even happened, and suckerfish still living in an age when Kerouac ruled the roost, ‘Verbal Alchemy’ was born like a cell in a Petri dish.
A Soft Place To Land by Nelson A Soft Place To Land by Nelson April 06, 2012 $1.99 594 words Sample 25%
From the author of If I Had Wings, Nelson presents his second volume of poetry, a collection of haiku. A master of the short form, Nelson's lyrical and ecstatic poetry sings again.
I was Made in America by Chad Johnson I was Made in America by Chad Johnson April 06, 2012 Free! 1716 words Read a sample
This is a book of poems about unemployment, the economy, and the 99% vs. 1%.
The Cat's Nature - a poem for all ages by Robyn Darcy Pearce The Cat's Nature - a poem for all ages by Robyn Darcy Pearce April 06, 2012 Free! 128 words Read a sample
A poem for my kitten, Mimi, who is 1 today! Happy Birthday!
iDull by Kennie Kayoz iDull by Kennie Kayoz April 05, 2012 Free! 456 words Read a sample
Being Dull is similar to being bored, while feeling bored Kennie decided to write about his bored feelings in a non rhyming poetic way. As well as giving the world a glimpse into the mind of the man known as Kennie Kayoz
50 Poems & Musings for Ropepullers by Elizabeth & William Hicks 50 Poems & Musings for Ropepullers by Elizabeth & William Hicks April 05, 2012 $0.99 13759 words Sample 30%
A collection of fifty poems & musings by couple, William & Elizabeth Hicks, along with their brother, Joseph Hicks. The writings are a combination of memories & imaginings inspired by real life events, people, art & books. They are free-form & are intended to be both fun & inspiring. They capture the imagination & pull the reader away from life's mundane work, which is symbolized by the rope.
Dark Matter by Curtis Ackie Dark Matter by Curtis Ackie April 05, 2012 Free! 2524 words Read a sample
Curtis Ackie is a young British-born novelist, short story writer and sometime poet, based in Zagreb, Croatia. His fiction is primarily concerned with the magic of dreams as escapism. Dark Matter is his captivating collection of spellbound poetry.
An American Papyrus by Steven Sills An American Papyrus by Steven Sills April 04, 2012 You set the price! 8769 words Sample 20%
This book of poetry was initially published by the New Poets Series in Baltimore Maryland and was favorably reviewed
Depression, Suicide, & Self-Injury Quotes by Aaralyn Griffin Depression, Suicide, & Self-Injury Quotes by Aaralyn Griffin April 04, 2012 Free! 8601 words Read a sample
Just a bunch of quotes I liked on these topics. Most of them have credit given to their rightful creators, but several i couldnt find the creditors. If you find any that need to be fixed, please contact me right away, and I will fix it.
The Heart Of It All by Johnathan Jones The Heart Of It All by Johnathan Jones April 04, 2012 $3.95 10528 words Sample 15%
The Heart Of It All, is a book of poetry about Life, Love, Heaven, & Forever!
Personify This by Donald Enz Personify This by Donald Enz April 04, 2012 $2.99 3877 words Sample 25%
A poetry book where the poems may have several meanings, depending upon whether you are reading the words with, or without the personification. Both interpretations make sense, but the personified version makes the reader use their imaginations. In some cases, even the author has to work at keeping the persons, objects, and whatever else is personified, straight.
Five Poems About God by Marina Rojas Five Poems About God by Marina Rojas April 04, 2012 Free! 1064 words Read a sample
Five random short poems about God
Quiltverse Volume 1 by Jacquie Scuitto Quiltverse Volume 1 by Jacquie Scuitto April 04, 2012 $4.99 5374 words Sample 25%
This is a selection of light verse by Jacquie Scuitto, aka The Muse, relating to quilting and quilters.
Year Of The Slow Empire by Brian Williams Year Of The Slow Empire by Brian Williams April 04, 2012 Free! 1986 words Read a sample
In a year of going to places of interest, a writer finds his joy.
Orville and the Candy Wrapper by Rosemary Sadler Orville and the Candy Wrapper by Rosemary Sadler April 03, 2012 $0.99 733 words Sample 40%
This is a children’s story in poetry form The story of Orville and the trouble he gets into when someone forgets to put their litter in the trash can. Poor Orville tries to catch the candy wrapper but gets into all sorts of scrapes doing so.
My Thoughts (selected poems 1) by Saint Virgin Peter My Thoughts (selected poems 1) by Saint Virgin Peter April 03, 2012 Free! 1597 words Read a sample
short selection of dark poetry
Pool of Confusion by Patricia Diaz Pool of Confusion by Patricia Diaz April 03, 2012 $0.99 360 words
The struggles and trials we go through in life are many times categorized. Unknowingly we easily judge. Not knowing that the world is not always black and white, and there is an underlying gray area.
“One second wonder, five second act” by Patricia Diaz “One second wonder, five second act” by Patricia Diaz April 03, 2012 $0.99 440 words
In a few seconds, the winding thoughts and emotions that flood us when we exchange that very first contact of magic. So innocent, yet something very deep that opens many doors. A sweet poem of first experience.
Beautify, Oh : fifty-one poems by Mark Turner Beautify, Oh : fifty-one poems by Mark Turner April 03, 2012 $2.00 7916 words Sample 20%
Fifty-one poems sifted from 14 years of art, theater, filmmaking and contemplation. Childhood memories, deep space, history, theology, and life in the forest are capsulated under 8 headings. Links are included to view films featuring some in the sound tracks. Background is offered for each by date and place of writing and, for many, scripture references which were formative in their composition.
How Clarence McCafferty Prayed the Mass by Geraldine Glodek How Clarence McCafferty Prayed the Mass by Geraldine Glodek April 03, 2012 Free! 290 words Sample 40%
The villanelle is a form often used for serious subjects like Dylan Thomas's poem to his dying father, "Do Not Go Gentle into That Good Night." As a child, Glodek heard an old man in the pew behind her describing a baseball game to his buddy. "Clarence" rushed in making the sign of the cross and saying all in one breath,"Name-uhduh fodder son holy ghost amen d'ja watch the Yankee game yesterday?"
Two Poems by K Kishmot Two Poems by K Kishmot April 03, 2012 Free! 526 words Read a sample
Two poems by K Kishmot
Feed Me Your Virgins by German Alcala Feed Me Your Virgins by German Alcala April 03, 2012 Free! 2863 words Read a sample
Sex & Death Poetry. Sequel to Feed Me Your Children.
The Sun Shan't Set on Me! Poems from My Younger Days (Ages 16 to 23) by Dustin M. Weber The Sun Shan't Set on Me! Poems from My Younger Days (Ages 16 to 23) by Dustin M. Weber April 02, 2012 $4.99 19763 words Sample 20%
A poetry anthology comprised of seventy-three poems that the author had written between the ages of sixteen and twenty-three.
Cascade Failure by Marc Ironwood Cascade Failure by Marc Ironwood April 02, 2012 Free! 445 words Read a sample
A few short poems
Walking Before You Run by Angelique LaFontaine Walking Before You Run by Angelique LaFontaine April 02, 2012 $2.99 9505 words Sample 20%
This is a poetry compilation of 75 poems written over a period of time from childhood to young adult. These poems are compiled in no particular order but the progression of maturity in the content and style of each poem clearly identifies relative age and mentality when written. Thru the eyes of a child and then thru the eyes as that child ages.
Yorick Magazine Spring 2012 Vol. I Issue 1 by Yorick Magazine Yorick Magazine Spring 2012 Vol. I Issue 1 by Yorick Magazine April 01, 2012 Free! 12346 words Read a sample
Our first issue. Poetry by Heather Mallet, Kelsey Opalack, L.E.J. Rasser, and Cody Steinhauer. Prose by Jon Adams, Christian Belland, Adrien Bloom, L.E.J. Rasser, and Corey Watson.
i made you a tape. by TygerLily Ernst Wonch i made you a tape. by TygerLily Ernst Wonch April 01, 2012 $4.99 1626 words Sample 20%
Music is such a huge part of my life so I created a chapbook of poetry written by music and inspired by words found in the individual lyrics. The song that inspired the poem can be found below the work. Take a moment and play the song while reading the poem to see where my inspiration came from.
Urban Tumbleweed. by TygerLily Ernst Wonch Urban Tumbleweed. by TygerLily Ernst Wonch April 01, 2012 $0.99 4494 words Sample 20%
A chapbook containing poems inspired by the travels of the TygerLily Ernst Wonch. From Vermont to New Mexico. From homelessness to happiness. Each poem takes you down a path...where it ends, who knows?
Failure by Kennie Kayoz Failure by Kennie Kayoz April 01, 2012 Free! 641 words Read a sample
This book contains a bunch of short poems written by Kennie Kayoz, each poem describes at a short length how he feels he's failed in life... All of what you read is true. This is a very personal release done by Kennie.
Psalms for A New Age by Thomas Bartow Psalms for A New Age by Thomas Bartow April 01, 2012 $2.99 6013 words Sample 5%
Thomas Bartow suffered a life changing accident that left him with damage to his body and a thirst to make his physical life significant and meaningful. Bartow takes the reader on his devout journey to become whole through Psalms for a New Age.
Nobody Died Laughing: Poems of Witness to Millennia of Madness Against the Jews by Herb Brin Nobody Died Laughing: Poems of Witness to Millennia of Madness Against the Jews by Herb Brin March 31, 2012 $4.99 10107 words Sample 20%
Light, joyful poetry you will not find here, but poems infused with passion, pain, and indignation, as Herb Brin sweeps through millennia of Jewish history. He encompasses the passing of human life, conveying the innocence of childhood, the agonies of childbirth, the sorrows of aging.