English Poetry

Strange as it may appear, Draupadi, the most accomplished heroine of the Mahabharata, happens to be the most suffering, most sacrificing, and yet most misunderstood character from the epic. Though counted among the five supremely virtuous women, honoured as pancha sati in mythology, the name Draupadi still bears stigma and is often contemptuously uttered by people in society as the woman who brought about the greatest war of all time. Pratibha Ray makes a determined effort to present a balanced portrayal of the epic character.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ A Gentle Storm of Spirit — Poetry for the End and the Beginning A Refreshing Rain of Angels: Slowly Turning the World Into Poetry is a stunning collection of sacred mystical poetry, written for a time of great transition. It sings from the threshold between the Kali Yuga — the long Dark Age marked by spiritual decline — and the emerging Dvapara Yuga, an age where wisdom, connection, and light begin to reawaken across the Earth. The poet’s voice is both tender and powerful, offering verses that feel like rain after centuries of drought. This isn’t ...

Jude never thought she’d be leaving her beloved older brother and father behind, all the way across the ocean in Syria. But when things in her hometown start becoming volatile, Jude and her mother are sent to live in Cincinnati with relatives. At first, everything in America seems too fast and too loud. The American movies that Jude has always loved haven’t quite prepared her for starting school in the US - and her new label of “Middle Eastern”, an identity she’s never known before. But this life also brings unexpected surprises.

I scream red . . . for a secret passage to air: Willow Grove Mine cries out in a poem in the aftermath of a gaseous explosion that claimed the lives of 72 coal miners, devastating a community in Southeastern Ohio for decades. Jonathan Graham includes this poem in his 140-page hybrid lyric memoir of Appalachia. Inspired by a dream in which his deceased father tunnels his way to him from the tomb of Willow Grove, the author recounts being raised in an ethnic enclave of immigrant Slovak coal miners, several of whom, including two uncles, lost their lives in the mining catastrophe. Elegiac and ...

Libidinous, licentious, salacious and very, very funny, The Satyricon is one of the most remarkable documents from ancient Rome. It tells the ribald story of Encolpius, a man of active and varied appetites (powered notably by his passion for his favourite lover, the handsome Giton), who plunges without inhibition into the life of Roman pleasures: orgies of food, feasting, abundant sex and escapades. The kind of hedonism found occasionally in Roman mosaics is here brought to life.

Photos in my phone showed a memory of that awful day we stood in the rain We went away together but when we got back, your love for me was in vain But it took many years for all the pain to leave my body and my brain I deleted the memory so now even my phone should be able to refrain Be careful, because our phones have memories, that make us insane.

"Unlock Your True Potential and Embrace Spiritual Growth: A Book of Poems and Affirmations for the Seeker" Discover a new way of living and thinking with "Awaken Into Purpose," Book Four in the Awakening Series. Written by New York poet Matt Buonocore, this powerful book is a must-read for anyone seeking spiritual fulfillment and growth. With his words, Buonocore offers introspection and thoughtful guidance, sharing his belief in the power of love and the potential for forgiveness. Benefits of reading "Awaken Into Purpose": - Experience a new vibratory state that will guide you towards ...

Infinity: A Wild, Witty Whirl Through the Endless is not your dusty math textbook—it’s a rollicking romp through the mind-bending marvel of infinity, served up with a grin and a wink. This book takes a concept that could tie your brain in knots and turns it into a party you won’t want to leave. Packed to the brim with zesty info, vivid images, and laugh-out-loud humor, it’s written so anyone can get it—and everyone will love it. You’ll be hooked from page one, racing through in a single sitting, because infinity’s never been this much fun. At its heart lies a dazzling ...

In this series of 20 poems illustrated by 20 digital art collages, the author and artist Tia Moon expresses her difficult journey through mental illness, depression, anxiety, panic attacks and chronic pains, such as migraines. How can people who live in darkness find their place in societies—especially Western societies—obsessed with concepts that deny their reality, such as the harmful “positive thinking” trend? With simple, straightforward words, Tia’s tone is crude and unapologetic, but she always speaks the truth. Individuals who live in darkness and pain possess an acute ...

Rebuilding What You Broke is a raw, validating, and powerfully written guide for survivors of narcissistic abuse, emotional trauma, and toxic relationships. This book isn’t filled with fluff or forced positivity—it speaks directly to the pain, confusion, and loneliness that follow psychological abuse. Written in a mix of quotes and poems, this book was created for survivors who don’t have the energy to read a traditional self-help guide. Instead, each page offers short, powerful messages that validate your experience and remind you that what happened to you was real—and that you are...

You ended up in the DEAD ZONE, now you must follow The way it goes nobody knows, you must always know Fear begins to take over your mind and body slow Listen to the whispers they get louder as you go You ended up in the DEAD ZONE, now you must follow The way it goes nobody knows, you must always know Fear begins to take over your mind and body slow Listen to the whispers they get louder as you go You ended up in the DEAD ZONE, now you must follow The way it goes nobody knows, you must always know Fear begins to take over your mind and body slow Listen to the whispers they get louder as you go

START WITH "FROZEN RED," FIND OUT WHAT HAPPENED TO THE GIRLS THEY FOUND DEAD, THEN READ "THIS ROSE HAS WILTED", BECAUSE WHAT WE DID, YOU WON'T GET OUT OF YOUR HEAD!

Three-time Christy Award winner Davis Bunn collaborates with the beloved Janette Oke to evoke the spirit of the original followers of the Way. In a first century Jerusalem seething with turmoil, religious and political leaders eye the burgeoning Christian community with suspicion. While a Hebrew merchant and a Roman soldier vie for the hand of a lovely follower of Christ, she finds her heart drawn to another whose tireless care and unflinching faith shine daily.

I am not a poet. I'm just a so-called writer. I am half-blind. Visually impaired, if that makes more sense. These are my words. Words as smooth and creamy as milk chocolate wine. Words as clunky and misshapen as life itself. This is my story. This is VISION BENT. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~. John L. Harmon currently resides left of center in a quiet town in the state of Nebraska. When he's not writing or blogging, John is delivering bad news around town, soaking up the local library atmosphere, or relaxing with a cat on his lap. VISION BENT is his first book of poetry and his first book since becoming ...

A collection of 88 brief poems by ancient masters of Chinese poetry in an anonymous English translation. With titles such as "Contentment", "Wild Geese", "Best Happiness of All", "The Ashes of My House", "Jade Flower Palace", "We Will Grow Old Together", "The Poet Dreams", and "At Midnight", the subjects range across love in all forms, the ravages of war, the glories of nature, the sorrow of homelessness, the death of a loved one, peaceful reveries of hermits, the meditations of the wise, delicate art forms, and the entertainments at court.

From rain and puddles to flowers and bugs, the wonders of spring are all around us!

Kendrick Lamar is one of the most influential rappers, songwriters and record producers of his generation. Widely known for his incredible lyrics and powerful music, he is regarded as one of the greatest rappers of all time. In Promise That You Will Sing About Me, pop culture critic and music journalist Miles Marshall Lewis explores Kendrick Lamar’s life, his roots, his music, his lyrics, and how he has shaped the musical landscape.

"It seems my heart is made of tissue paper; I wish the world would handle it more delicately." —Richelle E. Goodrich A collection of original poetry by American novelist, poet, & illustrator, Richelle E. Goodrich. Each chapter in this book touches on a specific emotional experience that affects the human heart within a lifetime. For example, the first chapter, titled TO LOVE, includes twelve poems that express aspects of love. Another chapter, titled TO LOATHE, includes poetry touching on life’s harsher challenges. The literary works in this book were written in a variety of poetic ...

Purple Wildflowers is a poetry collection about longing, love, loss, and the quiet ache of searching for something just out of reach. Through deeply introspective and emotionally raw poems, this book explores the complexities of grief, identity, and the inevitability of change. From the delicate beauty of a wildflower growing on the side of the road to the weight of memories that never quite fade, these poems capture what it means to love, to hurt, to search for meaning, and to find pieces of ourselves in the things we cannot hold onto. For those who have ever felt like they are drifting, ...

These beautiful poetic expressions represent some of Mr. Villegas' youngest thoughts while he lived and traveled to many locations around the world. They range from the romantic to the enlightened.