‘Tis the Season… for Winning an Autographed Copy of Spring’s Fall!

I am giving away 10 autographed copies of Spring’s Fall via Kirkus Reviews! The story of one young man crossing the burning bridge between innocence and experience, Spring’s Fall is a narrative dramatic poem comprised of several stand-alone poems about fitting in and falling out, finding oneself and losing oneself, and discovering the meanings of life, love, and identity. An unusual but familiar coming-of-age narrative, Spring’s Fall is a poem written in an unfashionable style that represents both the uniqueness and awkwardness felt by many adolescents trying to find their place in a world seemingly made for everyone else but Read more…

Last Chance… WIN a Signed Copy of Wine Songs, Vinegar Verses

If you’ve liked any of the poems you’ve read on this site over the past year, head over to Story Cartel to download a FREE electronic copy of my latest book of poetry: Wine Songs, Vinegar Verses.  This FREE ebook will only be available for the next seven days.  You are under no obligation to review the book, but if you do, you can submit your review to Story Cartel for a chance to win a signed copy of the softcover.  Find out more details here: http://storycartel.com/books/443/wine-songs-vinegar-verses/

Monday Poem: Unbelievable

Once, Johnny screamed that he was stuck down in a well-beyond-healthy relationship with a young blond teacher.    The authorities that heard saw straight to him then through him and laughed.   “It’s not a man’s problem, and would actually be a joy for any smart boy properly oriented toward maturity.”   Bookish types were apparently well-known for their prowess in spinning tales about wolves and role-reversals.  Probable truth: Johnny acts out in class, is punished, then makes a rash decision to get back at his punisher.  If only he’d admit to his real problem.   “When you find a Read more…