book reviews

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

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.
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.
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
Minerva McGonagall
Minerva McGonagall A lady full of care and love Teaching kids to transform things Keeps the strange stone a secret
By Lea Rue3 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
Use the Fear!
I. Introduction A. Explanation of fear B. Importance of using fear in writing II. Understanding the psychology of fear
By Aftab Ahmed3 years ago in Poets
: A Journey of Curiosity and Discovery
art writing...Chapter 1: The Enigmatic Invitation In a quaint little town nestled amidst rolling hills, lived a young girl named Emily. She possessed an insatiable curiosity and a penchant for solving puzzles. Her room was adorned with shelves filled with intricate brainteasers, jigsaw puzzles, and cryptic riddles. One sunny morning, as Emily was organizing her collection, a letter slipped through her letterbox, catching her attention. It was an elegant, old-fashioned envelope sealed with a wax emblem depicting an enigmatic symbol.
By ABDULSAMMAD BUSAIRI 3 years ago in Poets
Soul's Songbook
In the hallowed pages of the soul's songbook, Enraptured words dance upon the golden stage, Whispering secrets of the heart's deep nooks,
By VocalVibes3 years ago in Poets
Black Music . Content Warning.
In the depths of rhythm, where souls collide, Resides the essence of Black music, an eternal tide. Born from the heartache, the struggle, and the pain,
By Rehan Shamshad3 years ago in Poets