Float on Leaves: Poems Inspired by Nature & Spirit

by Anne Reeder Heck

Within these pages lies the wisdom of the forest, the inspiration of the creek’s voice, the magic of a raindrop, the creative power of imagination, and the reflection gifted us by our moment-to-moment experience of nature and of life. Anne’s creative wordplay reveals remarkable wisdom and insight into the spirit of the moment and teachings of the natural world. In Float on Leaves , Anne unveils the inherent magic, passion, and power available to each of us as we practice presence. Anne lives on the edge of the Pisgah National Forest in western North Carolina; her daily hikes bless her with a myriad of teachings and treasures. Float on Leaves is for anyone who adores the forest, values the poetic nature of life, is inspired by the mysteries of our spirit connection, and enjoys being uplifted by the written word.

62 pages, Paperback

Published April 27, 2023

About the author

Anne Heck is a speaker, healer, and artist devoted to inspiring and guiding women to trust themselves, open to their intuitive guidance, and experience the magic of life through ceremony, positive intention, and a creative and curious spirit. At age twenty-six, Anne was brutally raped by a stranger. In her memoir "A Fierce Belief in Miracles," Anne shares her story of healing—demonstrating the importance of clear intention and trusting inner guidance, revealing the transformative power of forgiveness, and lighting the way for those seeking to recover from their own traumas.

Reviews

[Michael Godwin]

Float on Leaves: Poems Inspired by Nature & Spirit is a gentle, reflective collection that invites readers to slow down and rediscover the quiet wisdom present in the natural world. Anne Reeder Heck draws inspiration from forests, creeks, raindrops, imagination, and everyday encounters with nature, transforming these observations into poetic reflections on presence, spirit, and the deeper meaning found in ordinary moments.

One of the collection’s greatest strengths is its sense of attentiveness. Rather than treating nature simply as scenery, Heck presents it as a source of insight and renewal. Her wordplay and imagery encourage readers to notice the small details that are often overlooked and to consider what those moments might reveal about their own inner lives.

At just over sixty pages, Float on Leaves offers an accessible and contemplative reading experience that can be revisited whenever a reader needs inspiration or stillness. Readers interested in poetry, nature writing, spirituality, mindfulness, personal reflection, and the connection between the human spirit and the natural world should find much to appreciate here. It is a collection that encourages presence, wonder, and a renewed appreciation for the living world around us.