Beem Weeks's Blog - Posts Tagged "poetry"

Reflections of Soul by Queen Of Spades

My rating: 5 of 5 stars


Reflections of Soul is a collection of wonderful poems from an amazingly talented author who writes under the pen name Queen of Spades. I received this book as a gift recently and discovered many gems within its pages. Queenie lays bare the human condition that anybody with a soul certainly experiences throughout the course of life. She exposes the raw nerves of anger, fear, joy, yearning, love, and hope. And she does this in a way that illustrates how these lines can so easily become blurred.

This book is an exercise in writing technique; Queenie's emotions seep from her soul onto the pages so effortlessly. You'll find yourself returning to these words over and over again, recalling lines the way the greats are often recalled.

If you're a fan of poetry, this is most definitely a must-have for your library. Even if you're not into poetry, the beauty and pain of this collection is not to be missed. There are only a few poets writing today that truly move my soul. Queen of Spades is one of those few.



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Eclectic: Beyond the Skin by Queen Of Spades

My rating: 5 of 5 stars


Eclectic: Beyond The Skin is another collection of works by the wonderfully talented poet/author Queen of Spades. Queen offers her unique observations on all those things that make people human. She explores relationships and the issues that either corrupt or strengthen them.

Topics range from tribute to a loved one to the pains of infidelity to a new understanding of Paradise. Self-doubt on one page gives way to inner strength on the next. Queenie's style is rhythmic and to the point.

The poems themselves are arranged into sections titled Epidermis, Dermis, Hypodermis, and Deep Tissue, which is a short story called Misfortune.

Each section, every poem, contains a quiet power designed to open eyes, leading readers to see a piece of themselves within this work. I am able to connect with certain aspects of these personal creations, and anybody who has ever lived and loved and learned will too.

This is a book I will surely return to whenever the mood strikes. I highly recommend this collection to anybody who enjoys tight prose and fantastic imagery. Queen Of Spades is truly a gem to be discovered.



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I first discovered the immensely talented indie author and poet Lee Robbins on the Koobug writer/reader web site. Robbins has a knack for creating amazing poems that touch down in utter darkness and set sail into the light. They paint pictures both pretty and ugly. Life is quite raw and very much on display in these short pieces of brilliance.

Robbins, with the skill of a surgeon, dissects reality in ways that most writers will quietly envy. His works are at times quite humorous, and yet can often be shocking in their stark observations. Lee Robbins strings together words that are bold and truthful, raw and delicate, delicious and bitter.

Cautionary tales stand side by side with notions of revenge. Daytime TV and drug addiction square off in competing pieces. Nothing is off limits in the fascinating worlds created by a true gem in the world of indie authors.

If you haven’t discovered Lee Robbins, I urge you to visit his page at Koobug and sample a master finding his own rhythm. Then buy this book; it’s one you’ll find yourself returning to over and over again.

Find it right here: http://www.amazon.com/Ivy-Lee-Robbins...

RAVE SOUP FOR THE WRITER'S SOUL Anthology by Nonnie Jules

My rating: 5 of 5 stars


The indie publishing world is filled with some of the most amazing writers on the planet. Many are raw and filled with potential, just waiting to be discovered by the masses, while others are refined and polished, ready to shine beside any named author the traditional publishing houses serve up. Rave Soup for the Writer's Soul offers a buffet of short stories written by many from both camps.

This collection of short fiction and poetry comes from Rave Reviews Book Club and showcases the talents of club members, many of whom are quickly gaining popularity among fans of indie-published works. Genres vary, offering something for every taste and preference. The talent levels shine.

Readers are treated to samples from some of the better indie authors in the market today. This mini library serves as an introduction to those writers who have also penned novels and poetry collections. If you're a fan of indie and you're looking for a new favorite, this is one of those books that should be on your shelf.





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"If Only There Was Music..." The Poetry of Forbidden Love by Nonnie Jules

My rating: 5 of 5 stars


A forbidden dance spelled out in words that spill emotion across the pages. These words become real, palpable, designed to yank the reader into the very world in which the two participants live. "If Only There Was Music" is a poetic back and forth between individuals who find themselves entangled in feelings that, on the surface, should not exist, should not even be considered. But here they are, drawn to one another when they should not be. It's a situation in which many have found themselves. One cannot help to whom one is attracted. It's just a simple fact of life. There is a vivid sensuality within the forbidden. It is human emotion at its rawest level. The authors capture it and put it on display for all to witness. I am a fan of well-written poetry. This collection fits that bill.



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