book reviews

Reviews of the best poetry books, collections and anthologies; discover poems and up-and-coming poets across all cultures, genres and themes.

Loss and grief. Content Warning.
In shadows deep, where sorrow dwells, I wander through my private hells, A tapestry of loss and grief, Where tears are shed, with no relief.
By Mr Addy3 years ago in Poets
fiction
In realms unseen, where dreams take flight, A title fiction, a tale ignite. With words as brushes, let verses bloom, Unleashing worlds beyond the gloom.
By kulandaivel3 years ago in Poets
faithful
In a world of shadows and shifting sands, There's a beacon of light, unwavering, grand. Faithful and true, like a diamond gleaming,
By kulandaivel3 years ago in Poets
A World Beyond the Rainbow. Content Warning.
A World Beyond the Rainbow Beyond the rainbow's arching light, Lies a world of magic and delight. A realm unseen by mortal eyes,
By Mr Addy3 years ago in Poets
A Love Affair with Books
In the realm of written dreams, I reside, A book lover's heart, forever tied. Within the bindings of tales unknown, A symphony of words, a world of my own.
By Raj vellaisamy3 years ago in Poets
The eye of a snake. Content Warning.
In the realm of serpents, mysterious and grand, There lies a marvel, a sight so unplanned, Within the scales, a jewel, a sacred art,
By M.J. HUMPHREY3 years ago in Poets
In twilight's gentle embrace, a tale unfolds. Content Warning.
, Where words dance upon the canvas of the soul. Let me weave a tapestry with ink and rhyme, A poem to stir your heart, transcending time. Let us journey to a realm where dreams reside, Where fantasies bloom and hearts are untied. Where moonbeams whisper secrets in hushed tone, And stars etch their stories in the night's dark dome. Upon the wings of a gentle zephyr's sigh, We soar through the vastness of a painted sky. We chase the fleeting clouds that float above, And catch the elusive rays of sunlit love. In meadows dressed in hues of vibrant grace, Where fragrant blooms adorn each sacred space, Butterflies flutter on a whispered breeze, As petals sway to nature's tender tease. Listen, as rivers sing their ancient song, Whispering tales of strength and love, so strong. Their waters, like veins, flow through the earth's embrace, Binding together every living trace. Let's wander through the depths of a mystic wood, Where secrets lie, waiting to be understood. With each step, we tread on fallen leaves of gold, Unveiling mysteries that time's hand did hold. Oh, the ocean's rhythmic dance upon the shore, Where waves caress the sands forevermore. As seagulls soar, their cries a symphony, The sea's embrace brings forth serenity. In every beating heart, a story unfolds,
By EpicPen3 years ago in Poets
"Whispers of the Moon"
In the stillness of night, a celestial tune, A symphony that resonates, whispers of the moon. Softly she beckons, from her celestial abode, Her silvered beams weaving dreams, a magical ode. Whispers of the moon, a lullaby to the stars, Painting the sky with shimmering memoirs. Her gentle glow, a tender caress, Guiding lost souls through darkness, an ethereal address. She shares secrets with the night, an ancient rite, Veiled in mystery, casting shadows in her light. Her luminescent whispers, they dance upon the land, Unveiling a nocturnal world, both majestic and grand. Beneath her tranquil gaze, lovers find their way, Hand in hand, their hearts alight, led astray. She illuminates paths, unseen by the sun, Whispering tales of passion that have just begun. Oh, whispers of the moon, a celestial guide, Unveiling the beauty that the darkness can't hide. With each shimmering glow, a promise is made, That even in the darkest hours, hope will not fade. So, listen closely to the whispers in the night, As the moon reveals her secrets, bathed in silver light. Let her enchantment embrace your weary soul, And in her whispers, find the strength to make you whole.
By Favour Gabriel3 years ago in Poets
Doggy Heaven. Content Warning.
In loving memory of Chucho, my canine friend, Whose life tragically met its untimely end. He bounded through our home, full of wag and zest,
By Miguel Ramirez3 years ago in Poets
The Oak Tree's Legacy. Content Warning.
Once upon a time, in a quaint little village nestled amidst rolling hills, there lived a young girl named Lily. Lily was an orphan who had lost her parents when she was just a baby. Despite her difficult upbringing, she possessed a heart full of love and an unwavering spirit.
By Ans Amjad3 years ago in Poets
The Lost Amulet
Description: Join Ethan, a young sorcerer, on an extraordinary adventure as he unravels the mysteries of a hidden realm and seeks the legendary Amulet of Elders. Guided by the enigmatic words "Mystic," "Labyrinth," and "Eternal," Ethan embarks on a perilous quest through Draconia, a land teeming with magic and mythical creatures. Along the way, he must overcome treacherous trials, navigate an enchanted labyrinth, and face powerful guardians to claim the amulet's unimaginable power. Will Ethan's unwavering determination and newfound knowledge be enough to unlock the amulet's secrets and fulfill his destiny? Embark on this captivating journey of discovery, where ancient prophecies and magical puzzles intertwine, and the fate of a realm hangs in the balance.
By Waqas Ashraf3 years ago in Poets
The Meaning of Freedom in "Dead Poets Society"
Is freedom of articulation and your individuality worth taking a chance with everything? Everybody wants to be great and achieve their dreams, however not every person is proficient as they get older in years. Hence parents push their children to do and have a go at thing they believe they should prevail at. In any case, imagine a scenario in which those parents take it as well far and control their youngsters' lives like it's their own? The Dead Poets Society give a frightening look into that world through the eyes of Neil Perry and six other young men who's reality change when they get the taste of free thought and understand the life their folks are constraining on them. Or on the other hand more significantly shows the battle of individualism over authority.
By Sha Ayeiman3 years ago in Poets