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Peter - Box Set - Short Poems & Tiny Thoughts
If you love poetry and magic you will love this wonderful collection - ChristophFischerBooks AMAZON TOP 500 REVIEWER
Peter: The World - Short Poems and Tiny Thoughts is a collection of 26 poems based upon the surreal, magical story Peter: A Darkened Fairytale.
Inside these pages, you will find whimsical poems of 'The Light' and forewarning of 'The Dark'. The tale of Peter has inspired several books of which Peter: The World is the third publication and there are many more adventures soon to be released.
So, take a walk with wizards, dream of stars, drink blood with vampires and never ever listen to demons. If you look closely, you may even see sweet fairies hiding in your garden - tucked behind violet flowers. But, do be careful, they just may be vampire fairies.
Welcome to the surreal world of Peter: A Darkened Fairytale. Some of the strangest ideas have been taken and twisted into a new selection of 27 Short Poems and Tiny Thoughts - Surreal Peter.
As always, the poetry books give hints to the forthcoming novels in the Peter stories. Look out for more escapades throughout the year from Peter, Slip and their bizarre friends.
For this moment, enjoy the confusing, sometimes illogical places in the realm of Peter. Go plunging with Seebright the lift attendant, enter portals to Snakedom and Boaland through Boyle the barber's opening head. Get ready to be hunted by the witch Heriot White, live in a magic box and soar with dragons. Take the 4.02 key and slide it into your mind for a trippy disturbed adventure.
Peter: Crank's Time - Short Poems and Tiny Thoughts is the third volume - 29 short poems based upon the surreal, magical story Peter: A Darkened Fairytale. For the fans of Peter, a final taster sits inside Peter: Crank's Time before readers embark upon the forthcoming second story.
Snippets of the next tale are poetically placed for you discover the next steps in Peter's journey. There will be more from Mr. Twindle Twondle, Slip the elf, Mrs. Kipple's shop and don't forget the clock!
From time-tripping to ghosts and fighting evil in the surreal worlds of Peter and his friends. So, be the first to take a sneaky peek and open Tiny Thoughts. The tale of Peter has inspired several books of which, Peter: Crank's Time is the fifth publication and there are many more adventures soon to be released.
Peter: The World - Short Poems and Tiny Thoughts is a collection of 26 poems based upon the surreal, magical story Peter: A Darkened Fairytale.
Inside these pages, you will find whimsical poems of 'The Light' and forewarning of 'The Dark'. The tale of Peter has inspired several books of which Peter: The World is the third publication and there are many more adventures soon to be released.
So, take a walk with wizards, dream of stars, drink blood with vampires and never ever listen to demons. If you look closely, you may even see sweet fairies hiding in your garden - tucked behind violet flowers. But, do be careful, they just may be vampire fairies.
Welcome to the surreal world of Peter: A Darkened Fairytale. Some of the strangest ideas have been taken and twisted into a new selection of 27 Short Poems and Tiny Thoughts - Surreal Peter.
As always, the poetry books give hints to the forthcoming novels in the Peter stories. Look out for more escapades throughout the year from Peter, Slip and their bizarre friends.
For this moment, enjoy the confusing, sometimes illogical places in the realm of Peter. Go plunging with Seebright the lift attendant, enter portals to Snakedom and Boaland through Boyle the barber's opening head. Get ready to be hunted by the witch Heriot White, live in a magic box and soar with dragons. Take the 4.02 key and slide it into your mind for a trippy disturbed adventure.
Peter: Crank's Time - Short Poems and Tiny Thoughts is the third volume - 29 short poems based upon the surreal, magical story Peter: A Darkened Fairytale. For the fans of Peter, a final taster sits inside Peter: Crank's Time before readers embark upon the forthcoming second story.
Snippets of the next tale are poetically placed for you discover the next steps in Peter's journey. There will be more from Mr. Twindle Twondle, Slip the elf, Mrs. Kipple's shop and don't forget the clock!
From time-tripping to ghosts and fighting evil in the surreal worlds of Peter and his friends. So, be the first to take a sneaky peek and open Tiny Thoughts. The tale of Peter has inspired several books of which, Peter: Crank's Time is the fifth publication and there are many more adventures soon to be released.
142 pages, Kindle Edition
First published April 19, 2014
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About the author
William O'Brien
42 books843 followersLiving in a small village in Lancashire, England, the author has written a number of books based on the tale 'Peter'.
In the 1990s, the author had twenty-one articles published, both nationally and internationally. After gaining an honours degree in Geosciences, doing post-graduate study in Occupational Health and Fitness, and earning a masters degree in Science Communication, he developed an interest for simple communication.
A passion for writing again emerged, and combining various interests in fine art, museum exhibition display, biology, geology, poetry, and the mystical led to the story of Peter: A Darkened Fairytale. The author still retains a childlike vision of the world, which is conveyed throughout his books.
In the 1990s, the author had twenty-one articles published, both nationally and internationally. After gaining an honours degree in Geosciences, doing post-graduate study in Occupational Health and Fitness, and earning a masters degree in Science Communication, he developed an interest for simple communication.
A passion for writing again emerged, and combining various interests in fine art, museum exhibition display, biology, geology, poetry, and the mystical led to the story of Peter: A Darkened Fairytale. The author still retains a childlike vision of the world, which is conveyed throughout his books.
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November 30, 2014
What a great collection!! I was mesmerized and enchanted when I read “Peter: A Darkened Fairytale” by William O’Brien and loved the poetry collection, too. Reading the novel, I was transported to the magical worlds that Peter explored in the novel.
Like the Chinese shop that the young protagonist of this novel visits, this imaginative novel by William O’Brien is “crammed with all sorts of unusual things.” This story starts with a perfect setup for a fairy-tale: we have a ten-year old curious and smart boy Peter who is prone to daydreaming, and a mom who is preoccupied with daily tasks. Already, after the first few paragraphs, this is a perfect setup for an adventure. But this is no ordinary adventure.
The author, William O’Brien, uses his diverse experiences, from a degree in geosciences to a master’s in science communication, in combination with his childlike vision of the world, to create a fascinating, mysterious, and multi-faceted world for Peter to explore. He brings in elements from a variety of disciplines and ways of knowing to weave this tale, providing the readers with a wide scope of possibilities to explore and ponder.
Peter is fascinated with boxes, especially boxes with secret compartments, holding keys to adventures. Unlike a toy designed for a specific purposes, a box is an open-ended toy that leaves it up to the child to decide what to do with it. It allows for both control and imagination – great things for any child unless that child gets trapped in a box. Then, it could be on to Skinner-style experiments.
The theme of opening new possibilities seems to be central to this story: there are doors to open, staircases to explore, strange creature to meet, and new experiences to have.
And the poetry collection felt even more magical than the novel itself, perhaps because poetry tends to rely on sounds, rhymes, and hints more so than prose.
I loved all the poems in this book, but here are some lines that I especially liked and my reasons:
From “Drawers and Doors”: Chase the light, chosen one
Do you hear the ticking of the clock?
Tick-tock, tick-tock, tick-tock
I love these lines because they remind me of the inevitable passage of time, of the fleeting moment that is our life, and of the need to “chase the light” or seize the day, have adventures and try to accomplish dreams while the clock of our life is still ticking.
From “Wandering Twondle”
Mr Twindle Twondle climbed
Mr Twindle Twondle crawled
Up high through the tower
Curly tail and all
To me, this poem feels lighter, more playful, reminiscent of old-fashioned nursery rhymes and clever poems of Lewis Carroll. It’s a fun one to read aloud.
From “Frozen Magic”
Hidden from all, some will seek
Frozen gifts not for the meek
Brave of heart soon shall find
Tiny glaciers worlds do bind
This poem and these lines feel very cinematic to me. Combine these lines with the image of “sacred fire” from an earlier line, and you have a world of contradictions, of duality of fire and ice, a force that can either create or destroy. I love the reminder to us to be “brave of heart,” a quality that will help in any quest.
From “Kiylore”
Crashing glass, growing ivy crawls
Snowdrops push splitting claws
Breath of fire engulfs fierce and true
Returns a life that you once knew
Beautiful imagery here as well. I especially like the juxtaposition of delicate snowdrops pushing “splitting claws,” all in an effort to regain a life left behind. Very powerful. A wonderful collection! Five stars!
Like the Chinese shop that the young protagonist of this novel visits, this imaginative novel by William O’Brien is “crammed with all sorts of unusual things.” This story starts with a perfect setup for a fairy-tale: we have a ten-year old curious and smart boy Peter who is prone to daydreaming, and a mom who is preoccupied with daily tasks. Already, after the first few paragraphs, this is a perfect setup for an adventure. But this is no ordinary adventure.
The author, William O’Brien, uses his diverse experiences, from a degree in geosciences to a master’s in science communication, in combination with his childlike vision of the world, to create a fascinating, mysterious, and multi-faceted world for Peter to explore. He brings in elements from a variety of disciplines and ways of knowing to weave this tale, providing the readers with a wide scope of possibilities to explore and ponder.
Peter is fascinated with boxes, especially boxes with secret compartments, holding keys to adventures. Unlike a toy designed for a specific purposes, a box is an open-ended toy that leaves it up to the child to decide what to do with it. It allows for both control and imagination – great things for any child unless that child gets trapped in a box. Then, it could be on to Skinner-style experiments.
The theme of opening new possibilities seems to be central to this story: there are doors to open, staircases to explore, strange creature to meet, and new experiences to have.
And the poetry collection felt even more magical than the novel itself, perhaps because poetry tends to rely on sounds, rhymes, and hints more so than prose.
I loved all the poems in this book, but here are some lines that I especially liked and my reasons:
From “Drawers and Doors”: Chase the light, chosen one
Do you hear the ticking of the clock?
Tick-tock, tick-tock, tick-tock
I love these lines because they remind me of the inevitable passage of time, of the fleeting moment that is our life, and of the need to “chase the light” or seize the day, have adventures and try to accomplish dreams while the clock of our life is still ticking.
From “Wandering Twondle”
Mr Twindle Twondle climbed
Mr Twindle Twondle crawled
Up high through the tower
Curly tail and all
To me, this poem feels lighter, more playful, reminiscent of old-fashioned nursery rhymes and clever poems of Lewis Carroll. It’s a fun one to read aloud.
From “Frozen Magic”
Hidden from all, some will seek
Frozen gifts not for the meek
Brave of heart soon shall find
Tiny glaciers worlds do bind
This poem and these lines feel very cinematic to me. Combine these lines with the image of “sacred fire” from an earlier line, and you have a world of contradictions, of duality of fire and ice, a force that can either create or destroy. I love the reminder to us to be “brave of heart,” a quality that will help in any quest.
From “Kiylore”
Crashing glass, growing ivy crawls
Snowdrops push splitting claws
Breath of fire engulfs fierce and true
Returns a life that you once knew
Beautiful imagery here as well. I especially like the juxtaposition of delicate snowdrops pushing “splitting claws,” all in an effort to regain a life left behind. Very powerful. A wonderful collection! Five stars!
April 25, 2014
This Boxed Collection is a treasure of various poems, snippets and a short story that correspond to Peter, the young lad who has stolen my heart as he journeys through a fantasy realm encountering spirits and creatures that only O’Brien could muster up using his ingenious imagination. The poetry collection is diversified as each one has a different theme evoking different emotions. Some lend themselves to a sense of calm and reflection as others elude to a darker side that we all know exists. Here there is a fine balance with good and evil. What’s not to love about fairies peering at you then off to wander down the hall with demons? I am a huge fan of O’Briens books knowing they are well written and this author has a vast knowledge of the paranormal where he entwines his own magic to draw in readers of all ages. Don’t pass this chance up to get a sampling of the diversity of O’Brien’s talent!
April 30, 2014
Peter - Box Set #1 (Peter: A Darkened Fairytale): Short Poems & Tiny Thoughts by William O'Brien is Fantastic!
I have read this authors book 'Peter A Darkened Fairytale' and although it has been a while, occasionally the story comes to mind. Very creative and enchanting I couldn't wait to read poems about the story of Peter. There are great poems in this book, a short one from The Light:
Stars have told
us many things
Giving a Lifetime
Of beautiful Countless dreams
There are many more great poems in this book here is one from The dark:
Ambling life
Saunters by
Evil hands
Spirits rise
Witches sailing
Banshees too
Owls listen
Breaking moon
I am so glad all of these very magical poems and tiny thoughts are in a box set together, every poetry lover should have this set.
This author has great insight in creating a magical world and the art of poetry that everyone should enjoy. I am delighted he shares his gifts with the world. 5 twinking stars
I have read this authors book 'Peter A Darkened Fairytale' and although it has been a while, occasionally the story comes to mind. Very creative and enchanting I couldn't wait to read poems about the story of Peter. There are great poems in this book, a short one from The Light:
Stars have told
us many things
Giving a Lifetime
Of beautiful Countless dreams
There are many more great poems in this book here is one from The dark:
Ambling life
Saunters by
Evil hands
Spirits rise
Witches sailing
Banshees too
Owls listen
Breaking moon
I am so glad all of these very magical poems and tiny thoughts are in a box set together, every poetry lover should have this set.
This author has great insight in creating a magical world and the art of poetry that everyone should enjoy. I am delighted he shares his gifts with the world. 5 twinking stars
December 20, 2014
PETER THE WORLD
The author, William O’Brien, conjures up a magical world in which his protagonist, Peter (of A Darkened Fairytale), lives. This is a complex world, made of both light and darkness, where sweet fairies may be ‘hiding in your garden, tucked behind violet flowers,’ but where all is not as it seems, as these fairies just may be vampire fairies. And so, vacillating between hope and fear, you experience this world with heightened emotions. Here is the invitation whispered in your ear:
Magical book
Has opened wide
Mysteries kept
Concealed inside
Walking with them
Smell and touch
Pages of gold
Edged with luck
Written with brilliant creativity, Surreal Peter invites you to go beyond the familiar, solid reality into a realm where the double edged sword of danger and excitement might be found. Fittingly, the collection opens with a guileful invitation:
Haha ... strange boy
Would you like a journey?
Watch the toys
Tread the beams
Do you want to fly?
Trip to the scene I am in your head
And I shall never leave
These ‘whispers of insanity’ are not even titled, they just come floating at you from the pages of the book, at times aiming to frighten you:
Fate is turning
Doors now switch
Trapped in darkness
Evil's wish
Other times, the author joins you, traveling by your side in this journey
Such fun
We will have
Together
Walking with death
And always, he offers an outlook for hope, for renewal at the end of this journey. There is always a light that beacons from afar even as we are still in a dark place:
Fire of dragon
Purging the world
Cleanses the palette
Holds new birth
This is a wonderful collection, and when taken together with the body of work that the author, William O’Brien, has created, it illuminates a complete universe of magic in which Peter lives.
SURREAL PETER
Written with brilliant creativity, Surreal Peter invites you to go beyond the familiar, solid reality into a realm where the double edged sword of danger and excitement might be found. Fittingly, the collection opens with a guileful invitation:
Haha ... strange boy
Would you like a journey?
Watch the toys
Tread the beams
Do you want to fly?
Trip to the scene I am in your head
And I shall never leave
These ‘whispers of insanity’ are not even titled, they just come floating at you from the pages of the book, at times aiming to frighten you:
Fate is turning
Doors now switch
Trapped in darkness
Evil's wish
Other times, the author joins you, traveling by your side in this journey
Such fun
We will have
Together
Walking with death
And always, he offers an outlook for hope, for renewal at the end of this journey. There is always a light that beacons from afar even as we are still in a dark place:
Fire of dragon
Purging the world
Cleanses the palette
Holds new birth
This is a wonderful collection, and when taken together with the body of work that the author, William O’Brien, has created, it illuminates a complete universe of magic in which Peter lives.
PETER—CRANK’S TIME
Here is a collection of short, enchanting poems from the pen of the poet, William O’Brien. Peter - Crank's Time (Peter: A Darkened Faiytale)sweeps us into a darkened, mystical world. There is a direct relationship between author and reader, as his voice comes directly at you:
Waters bubble
Talk and spew
Let them bring
Me to you
Here is one of my favorites, perhaps because it is spooky:
Spirits lend
Helping hand
Cobwebs touch
In cold lands
Feel them brush
Upon your face
Silken gossamer
Haunting trace
This poetry collection invites you to enter a a magical world of light and darkness.
Five stars.
The author, William O’Brien, conjures up a magical world in which his protagonist, Peter (of A Darkened Fairytale), lives. This is a complex world, made of both light and darkness, where sweet fairies may be ‘hiding in your garden, tucked behind violet flowers,’ but where all is not as it seems, as these fairies just may be vampire fairies. And so, vacillating between hope and fear, you experience this world with heightened emotions. Here is the invitation whispered in your ear:
Magical book
Has opened wide
Mysteries kept
Concealed inside
Walking with them
Smell and touch
Pages of gold
Edged with luck
Written with brilliant creativity, Surreal Peter invites you to go beyond the familiar, solid reality into a realm where the double edged sword of danger and excitement might be found. Fittingly, the collection opens with a guileful invitation:
Haha ... strange boy
Would you like a journey?
Watch the toys
Tread the beams
Do you want to fly?
Trip to the scene I am in your head
And I shall never leave
These ‘whispers of insanity’ are not even titled, they just come floating at you from the pages of the book, at times aiming to frighten you:
Fate is turning
Doors now switch
Trapped in darkness
Evil's wish
Other times, the author joins you, traveling by your side in this journey
Such fun
We will have
Together
Walking with death
And always, he offers an outlook for hope, for renewal at the end of this journey. There is always a light that beacons from afar even as we are still in a dark place:
Fire of dragon
Purging the world
Cleanses the palette
Holds new birth
This is a wonderful collection, and when taken together with the body of work that the author, William O’Brien, has created, it illuminates a complete universe of magic in which Peter lives.
SURREAL PETER
Written with brilliant creativity, Surreal Peter invites you to go beyond the familiar, solid reality into a realm where the double edged sword of danger and excitement might be found. Fittingly, the collection opens with a guileful invitation:
Haha ... strange boy
Would you like a journey?
Watch the toys
Tread the beams
Do you want to fly?
Trip to the scene I am in your head
And I shall never leave
These ‘whispers of insanity’ are not even titled, they just come floating at you from the pages of the book, at times aiming to frighten you:
Fate is turning
Doors now switch
Trapped in darkness
Evil's wish
Other times, the author joins you, traveling by your side in this journey
Such fun
We will have
Together
Walking with death
And always, he offers an outlook for hope, for renewal at the end of this journey. There is always a light that beacons from afar even as we are still in a dark place:
Fire of dragon
Purging the world
Cleanses the palette
Holds new birth
This is a wonderful collection, and when taken together with the body of work that the author, William O’Brien, has created, it illuminates a complete universe of magic in which Peter lives.
PETER—CRANK’S TIME
Here is a collection of short, enchanting poems from the pen of the poet, William O’Brien. Peter - Crank's Time (Peter: A Darkened Faiytale)sweeps us into a darkened, mystical world. There is a direct relationship between author and reader, as his voice comes directly at you:
Waters bubble
Talk and spew
Let them bring
Me to you
Here is one of my favorites, perhaps because it is spooky:
Spirits lend
Helping hand
Cobwebs touch
In cold lands
Feel them brush
Upon your face
Silken gossamer
Haunting trace
This poetry collection invites you to enter a a magical world of light and darkness.
Five stars.
April 24, 2014
Book one:
Peter: A Darkened Fairy tale is a magical tale that is awesomely like one of my favorite books-- Alice in Wonderland. I love Peter so much I was thrilled to see a book of poetry dedicated to this darkened world. I wasn't disappointed. It was amazing the way this author managed to weave short poems into a new magical tale. Great book.
Book two:
Fall down a surreal rabbit hole with Surreal Peter. In this addition, you get to soar with dragons, hide from a witch and deal with wizards. Another not-to-be-missed chapter in the darkened world.
Book three:
When I was a kid, we had tons of fairy tales to enjoy. Although those books are still around and I still love them, I'm finding because of their out-dated subject matters, my children don't enjoy them the way I do. Peter is the solution to this problem. With ghosts, dragons, witches, wizards and all matters magical, this is an attention getter you'll want to check out.
Peter: A Darkened Fairy tale is a magical tale that is awesomely like one of my favorite books-- Alice in Wonderland. I love Peter so much I was thrilled to see a book of poetry dedicated to this darkened world. I wasn't disappointed. It was amazing the way this author managed to weave short poems into a new magical tale. Great book.
Book two:
Fall down a surreal rabbit hole with Surreal Peter. In this addition, you get to soar with dragons, hide from a witch and deal with wizards. Another not-to-be-missed chapter in the darkened world.
Book three:
When I was a kid, we had tons of fairy tales to enjoy. Although those books are still around and I still love them, I'm finding because of their out-dated subject matters, my children don't enjoy them the way I do. Peter is the solution to this problem. With ghosts, dragons, witches, wizards and all matters magical, this is an attention getter you'll want to check out.
April 27, 2014
William O'Brien fans, and, yes, I know, they are growing daily, will be so delighted with this box set of short poems and tiny thoughts drawn from his hugely successful Peter series. It is not easy to judge or review poetry, other than to say that it pleases, and this work pleases me a great deal. Witty, balanced, carefully layered, inside the bow you will find lots of little jewels.
November 6, 2018
An enchanting collection of poetry worth checking out. Author William O' Brien has a way with words that will transport you to magical realms that are eerily dark and surreal. Beware of what lurks around the corner.
November 15, 2017
This collection includes poems, snippets and a short story. The author has created a magical world with fascinating characters, especially the hero, Peter. If you love fantasy, it’s a must read.
November 18, 2017
"Peter: A Darkened Fairytale - Shot Poems & Tiny Thoughts Box Set #1" is a long title for such a group of short thoughts, but EVERYTHING Peter is worth reading. This Box Set is filled with treasures: poems, snippets, even a short story from peter's world. Peter journeys in fantastic realms, meeting spirits and creatures galore. O'Brien's poetry runs the gamut of emotions, dark and darker.
Join the spirits and fairies in Peter's world, where good and evil vie for your attention and allegiance. You'll be glad you did.
Join the spirits and fairies in Peter's world, where good and evil vie for your attention and allegiance. You'll be glad you did.
January 21, 2015
Having read and enjoyed the first two books of the series, I decided to get the box set with the last book included.
I think it's a nice and practical way to having the whole series in only one file. It's also a great gift idea for fantasy poetry readers.
As usual, O'Brien didn't disappoint me, delivering another high quality gem of poetry.
Great stuff, go check it out.
I think it's a nice and practical way to having the whole series in only one file. It's also a great gift idea for fantasy poetry readers.
As usual, O'Brien didn't disappoint me, delivering another high quality gem of poetry.
Great stuff, go check it out.
December 12, 2015
Short & sweet.
November 24, 2017
Those poems are pure magic!
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