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 Pen
In a small town with a close-knit crowd, Stood Judge Thompson, respected and proud. Presiding over a murder trial so dire,
By Althaf 3 years ago in Poets
THE HAUNTED HOUSE
"The Haunted House" It was a dark and stormy night when Sarah and her friends decided to explore the abandoned mansion on the outskirts of town. The old house had been deserted for years and was rumored to be haunted by the ghost of the former owner who had died under mysterious circumstances.
By Ramazan 3 years ago in Poets
A Thriller Poem
The night is dark, the moon is high Silence reigns, the world is nigh A figure lurks in shadows deep His eyes gleaming, his breath a creep
By Karun 3 years ago in Poets
I ASK MY SELF
Do I carry the weight of the world, On my shoulders, like a burden unfurled? Is it my responsibility to help them heal,
By Hammd Ahtisham3 years ago in Poets
Brothers Steal Cursed Necklace
Once upon a time, in a small village nestled deep in the forest, there lived two wicked brothers named Cain and Abel. They were notorious for their cruel and selfish ways, and the villagers feared them greatly.
By wispo uganja3 years ago in Poets
10 African Female Poets You Need to Read Today
Poetry is a powerful tool for expression, and African female poets have been making their mark on the literary world for decades. From the hauntingly beautiful verses of Maya Angelou to the politically charged works of Warsan Shire, these poets have captured the essence of the African experience in their writing. Here are 10 African female poets you need to read today:
By Shimnom3 years ago in Poets
Aloofness from religion and suffering from depression.
It is said that man is greedy by nature. There are two types of greed, if greed is seen from a better perspective, it would be walking on the path of goodness and goodness, taking into account the restrictions given by religion, without harming another human being. If there is greed for one's benefit or meaning of a loss, there is no desire in it, and there is no purpose in having greed for fearing this person in the Hereafter and wanting to gain its virtues. Having greed for worldly desires after looking at one's own meaning and benefit proves to be very harmful because in the desire of this greed, a person does not care how much harm or suffering he is causing to another human being and in the desire of this greed, he A person gradually starts to stray from the path of religion because that person starts to be so engrossed in the temptation of worldly pursuits that the greed does not allow him to realize how far he is gradually moving away from the path of his religion. Is .
By Naveed Noor3 years ago in Poets
Superhero Max Gains Powers
Once upon a time, in a world much like our own, there lived a young boy named Max. Max had always been fascinated by superheroes and their incredible powers. He had spent countless hours reading comics and watching movies, dreaming of one day having powers of his own.
By wispo uganja3 years ago in Poets
Young Girl Falls For Beast
Once upon a time, in a small village nestled in the mountains, there lived a young girl named Isabella. She was known for her beauty and kindness, and her heart was pure as gold. Isabella lived with her family in a small cottage at the edge of the forest, where she spent her days wandering through the woods and picking flowers.
By wispo uganja3 years ago in Poets
Flower of Night
In the stillness of the night, Amidst the darkness and the moon's light, A flower blooms in solitude, Its beauty shining with fortitude.
By junaid mughal3 years ago in Poets
she says no
A manipulative boy, with a silver tongue, Talks of love, but it's always wrong. He speaks of things that make her blush,
By Hammd Ahtisham3 years ago in Poets
Old Woman Offers Shelter
Once upon a time, in a far-off kingdom, there was a handsome prince named Alexander. He had everything that a prince could ask for - wealth, power, and the admiration of his people. However, there was one thing that he didn't have - true happiness.
By wispo uganja3 years ago in Poets