Scratch

by Rudy Francisco

A collection of poems by Rudy Francisco

Genres: Poetry

32 pages, Paperback

First published July 9, 2014

About the author

Rudy Francisco was born and raised in San Diego, California. At the age of 21, Rudy completed his B.A in Psychology and decided to continue his education by pursuing a MA in Organizational Leadership. As an artist, Rudy Francisco combines activism and poetry to enlighten the minds of those who witness his performance. Rudy eloquently absorbs the experiences of those around him, synthesizes them and converts their stories into poetry. Furthermore, Rudy has made conscious efforts to cultivate young poets and expose the youth to the genre of Spoken Word Poetry through workshops and performances at schools and community centers. Rudy has also received admiration from institutions of higher education. He has conducted guest lectures and performances at numerous colleges and universities around the nation.

In addition to his contributions to education, Rudy Francisco is also the co-host of the largest poetry venue in San Diego and has featured at countless venues and won the hearts of many with the honesty and conviction held in his words. Ultimately, Rudy's goal is to continue to assist others in harnessing their creativity while cultivating his own. Rudy Francisco is the 2009 National Underground Poetry Slam Champion, the 2010 San Diego Grand Slam Champion, the 2010 San Francisco Grand Slam Champion and the 2010 Individual World Poetry Slam Champion.

Reviews

[Kellen Foord · Rating 5 out of 5]

Amazing poems, written from the heart. The font is very small,that's the only downside to this book.

[Maddy · Rating 4 out of 5]

Brilliant poetry book that offers an insight into Rudy’s mind. His writing is both comforting and motivating. You can tell it’s his first poetry book but I just want to read more and more of his work and witness how he develops as a writer as his books go on. Love it!

[Syazwani · Rating 5 out of 5]

My only problem with it is that’s it’s too short (especially after getting the book crossing oceans to reach me - but I got myself Helium and I’ll Fly Away too so I’m good) and Seventeen was my most favorite in this one.

[Miranda Levi · Rating 5 out of 5]

WOW... Amazing collection. I only wish it was longer and printed larger.

[Catalina · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved:
- Click
- Rifle
- Instructions
- Stutter
- Scars
- Take Me With You
- Dear God
- Complainers

[Lauren · Rating 5 out of 5]

Contains one of my favourite poems ever (complainers) which is well worth a read for when you need motivating to make the best of a bad situation.

[Renee · Rating 4 out of 5]

Beautiful poems in size three font. Not sure why.

[Amber · Rating 5 out of 5]

King since day one

[Ashley Fontana · Rating 4 out of 5]

Rudy’s poetry will never get old. Every time I read a new collection I discover a new favorite and look at the world in a slightly different light for all the right reasons.

[BloomJieun · Rating 5 out of 5]

Beautiful words as always.