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Beside a Stranger
Inspired by the stunning visual landscape and sea views from Christabel Lancing’s family cottage in South Devon, Beside a Stranger is her debut poetry collection. It reflects her personal experiences of love and loss; of pain, longing, and joy, exploring some paradoxical aspects of isolation and connection.
The poem Beside a Stranger originated from the 9/11 tragedy and its anniversaries—a reminder and insight into the emotions of those who died alongside people they’d never met. It is a spirit-driven memory, mirroring events and narrating, in parallel themes, the love for someone you have never met.
This is an emotive, sometimes metaphorical insight into human feelings and reactions. It resonates deeply and is, at times, unable to be read without a catch in the throat.
Beside a Stranger takes readers on a journey of emotional and natural description, relating intimately to the individual. Each poem builds upon the next to create a tumultuous, compelling, and restorative narrative.
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Apricity
I want to retain the warmth you’ve inserted to my flesh,
The rousing and rather boiling feeling I can’t undo from my blood.
Let me take it to every life to come,
For I want to find you in each of them,
And take care of you through worlds.
Apricity is mainly a personal love letter but it’s also about finding your role model; someone who’s so incredibly kind and clever that, although they can never be a part of your life, you will forever look up to them as the person who once changed you for the better.
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Early 21st Century Poems
Readers are invited on a profound journey that grapples with the pivotal themes defining our era. Diving deep into history, religion, the intricacies of the human psyche, and even the paranormal, this collection also surfaces for breath with lighter, contemporary pieces. Meant to be absorbed as an entire tapestry, the poems collectively capture the unique zeitgeist and shifting paradigms of our times. For those who dare to question, to reflect, and to understand, this anthology offers a panoramic view of the thoughts and emotions shaping the dawn of the 21st century.
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The Spirit of the Earth
The Spirit of the Earth
A creative journey into the soul of mother nature.
Humanity is ‘part-of’ and not ‘apart from’ Nature and the Earth. We rely on her for everything that we stand for, which is why it’s so important to look after her.
This book is a restorative journey, expressed in photographs and creative words. It conveys the process of regaining our true nature by reconnecting with Mother Nature.
There are four processes, in which I have travelled the journey from the beginning, and which can be a guide for others to emulate…
Reflection, Reconnection, Strength and Growth, and, finally, Change and Transition.
The Creative Spirit is the bridge to becoming connected to the Spirit of the Earth once more.
And when we have reconnected to Mother Nature, then we are able to heal our inner nature and fulfil our true purpose.
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Oh, My Beautiful Rose
Introducing Oh, My Beautiful Rose, a captivating collection of poetry that invites you into a world adorned with flowers, love, and life’s essence. As you delve into its pages, close your eyes, and envision a universe teeming with resplendent roses. Feel the soft petals against your fingertips, inhale their intoxicating fragrance, and immerse yourself in their contemplations.
Within these verses lies a journey, a profound exploration of the enigmatic rose. Uncover the secrets hidden within its crimson hues, where loveliness intertwines with thorns, and shades of complexity reveal themselves. Like the rose, the poems embrace a myriad of emotions, evoking questions, worries, and profound depths of feeling.
Allow the allure of this book to envelop you, as the cover rose unfolds its petals, mirroring the enchantment found within. Within its pages lies a treasure trove of wisdom, a symphony of insight, and an abundance of inspiration waiting to be discovered.
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Memoirs Of An Anxious Person
What is anxiety?
Is it a state of panic, of perpetual fear?
Is it an insecurity or a social disability?
Anxiety is all of this
A demon that preys on the mind
But monsters are not invincible
And panic cannot rule
Anxiety is a journey
With highs and lows and diagonal paths
It is messy and scary and unpredictable
But it is not unbeatable
And it is not you
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Heartfelt Poems
I wrote these poems to express my feelings. However, they soon became an emotional journey of enlightenment that helped me discover myself and how I saw life. Through my poetry I wanted to show how we can help others and also appreciate those who help us and those whose love we share.
My biggest inspiration was the love of my family and God and a desire to show that by acts of kindness and love we can help to improve other people’s lives by following God’s simple way of living, something I only recently discovered and which transformed the way I see life.
Love is………
Love is when you share
One heart
One soul
One mind
It is a promise of a loving kind
The kind that lets them all run free
To find their dreams and liberty
And while pursuing all of this
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My Dreams and Themes
Andrea Wilkin, a distinguished retired couturier, ventures into the world of literature with a heartfelt collection of poetry. From fanciful verses about hippos, owls, and imaginative creatures to poignant poems on love, loss, and the changing seasons, Wilkin’s poems offer whimsy and wisdom in equal measure.
This anthology, inspired by personal experiences and a vivid imagination, invites readers on a journey through the joys, sorrows, and wonders of life, offering a reflection on the beauty of the world through poetic narratives.
From the powerful bond between sisters to the joys of motherhood, the wonderful and weird friends who keep you going to the ethereal beauty of winter, each poem, adorned with illustrations by Rachel Chaplin, becomes a window into the soulful contemplation of existence, love, and the enduring spirit of adventure.
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Francis’s Informative Lyrics and Poems
This book offers a diverse collection of poems, lyrics, and thoughtful jottings suitable for readers of all ages. It explores a wide array of themes, from the intricacies of relationships to the wonders of transport, the changing seasons of life, and the beauty of animals and plants – essentially, there’s a poem for almost every occasion.
Crafted from my reflections on the world and events around me, including topical issues from the news, each piece resonates with a unique perspective. Some entries are written as lyrics, complete with choruses that reinforce their messages. While readers are encouraged to create their own melodies as they read, it’s worth noting that these lyrics already have tunes, which are copyrighted, adding an extra layer of creativity to the experience.
Reading this book is an invitation to enjoy the rhythm and flow of the words, enhancing your experience as a reader. I share this collection with the hope that you find as much joy and inspiration in reading these pieces as I have found in writing them.
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Australia: A Miracle of Life
Australia: A Miracle of Life beckons you on a breathtaking expedition alongside Julie as she delves deep into the heart of this timeless and majestic terrain. Picture pristine beaches, winding rivers, rugged mountains, and lush forests that beckon with stories untold. Journey through vibrant cities, tranquil gardens, and quaint towns, immersing yourself in the rich tapestry of traditions and culture that define the Australian spirit. More than a travelogue, this is a poetic tribute to a land and its people. Let the magic of Australia captivate your soul!
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Cromulent Cameo
Cromulent Cameo is a quintessential collection of poems reflecting the contemporary struggle to bridge the gap between society’s traditional narrative of life and the youth’s perception of it. This work endeavours to blend the linguistic elegance of the old guard with the assertive vitality of the new. As a debut attempt, this compilation seeks to capture a universal point of resonance, inviting readers from all walks of life to find solace under a familiar shade they didn’t realize they were missing.
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The Mermelf
Once Upon a Truth....
Cygnus catches dreamers with her daughters. A lost Mermelf from the stars arrives in Storyhenge.
An imprisoned girl with a blue birthmark. An 1803 edition of 'The Birdspotter's Guide' with a mysterious dedication. A rediscovered invention. A dying Earth where books are banned. And all anomalies are outlaw.
What if our dreams are always caught?
What if your dreams are always heard?
What if dreams are Imagination's stars?
..” I am 25-03 A and I
am anomaly and I am Griffin
and I am freer and wilder than those
Nomenclature can ever ever be...”
Imprisoned with others of her kind in the icy wastes of The Outerskirts, 25-03 A escapes into the primeval forest, where she meets up with the last bastions of the Resistance. And so begins The Flights of Prophecy.
A timely tale told in verse of Earth betrayed and the rescuers who answered her call.
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