Leaks

by Susan Mrosek

A forum for writings from the deep end of the pool.

Genres: Poetry

89 pages, Paperback

Published January 1, 2004

Reviews

[Christine · Rating 3 out of 5]

I first learned about Susan Mrosek through her notecards. She draws amazing whimsical yet emotive figures. Her poetry is that way too.

[Kipahni · Rating 4 out of 5]

She is like ogden nash with whimsy drawings. truely clever and insightful

[Laura · Rating 4 out of 5]

Odd little bits of lovely.

[Lori · Rating 4 out of 5]

This odd, little quirky book filled with strange pictures and random poems was interesting and kept my attention even though I sometimes felt as if I were reading random verses of “Jabborwocky.” I was surprised to find I sometimes identified with some of the verses even when I wasn’t sure of the literal meaning, but rather felt my way along them with empathy and intuition. Reading this book is like entering a dreamscape. Sometimes you awaken with full awareness of your dreams, and other times you can’t seem to find any words to express them. Instead, only wisps of feelings like strands of fog drift through your mind as you feel your way to an ethereal understanding.

[Relyn · Rating 1 out of 5]

When will I learn? Note to self: If you can't find a book anywhere, don't search for it, wait ages, and then spend a single penny on it from ThriftBooks. I love the Pondering Pool cards by Susan Mrosek. They were funny and compelling. This book was not.

[Amy D · Rating 5 out of 5]

Amazingly spare poetry yet conveys emotion, situation, and understanding. Blunt, insightful, hopeful.

[Ann · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a gift which requires revisiting for whimsical enjoyment

[Joy · Rating 4 out of 5]

this little book is amazing! such a refreshing source of real struggling ramblings. i find myself laughing and crying all @ the same time!

[Cathleen · Rating 5 out of 5]

Quirky, poetic snippets, musings, observations, accompanied by drawings equal to the power of her words. A fun and interesting collection.

[Carole · Rating 2 out of 5]

Not particularly my cup of tea. She definitely has an unusual eye and ironic humor, but I mostly found myself scratching my head.

[Alex Simeon · Rating 3 out of 5]

"She collected rare humor, kind words, large-breasted hugs, a variety of pats on the back, and above all the wisdom to know it would eventually pass."