LETTERS FROM ELYSIUM: 52 Poems from Living Stillness

by J.M. Harrison

Poetry that leads you toward a moment of recognition.

Letters from Elysium is a collection of contemplative poems exploring presence, stillness, love, unity, and the quiet wisdom found beneath the movement of the mind.

Written in a simple, uncluttered style, these short poems invite moments of pause rather than explanation. They do not seek to persuade or instruct, but gently point towards a way of seeing life with greater openness, peace, and clarity.

Whether read one poem at a time or from beginning to end, each page offers an opportunity to slow down, breathe, and notice the beauty of simply being.

For readers drawn to contemplative poetry, the wisdom of Lao Tzu, the nature poetry of Wordsworth, the mysticism of Rumi, the reflections of Kahlil Gibran, or the meditative simplicity of Zen, Letters from Elysium offers a quiet companion for moments of stillness, reflection, and everyday contemplation.

A book to turn to, again and again.

123 pages, Paperback

Expected publication January 12, 2027

About the author

J.M. Harrison (Jonathan) is an award-winning author, musician, and poet whose work explores the relationship between creativity, awareness, and authentic living.

He is the creator of Universal Flow and author of The Flow Series, including Get Out the Way!, Simply Noticing, and Words From Nowhere.

Blending psychology, philosophy, humour, and practical wisdom, his books offer a fresh perspective on creativity and everyday life. Through the concepts of Universal Flow and Doris—the well-meaning but overprotective ego that keeps us trapped in fear, comparison, and overthinking—he invites readers to rediscover the natural intelligence that emerges when we stop forcing life and begin participating in it.

His writing encourages readers to move beyond conditioned thinking and experience greater clarity, creativity, presence, and inner freedom.

Following a profound transformative experience in 2007, Jonathan began a lifelong exploration of consciousness, creativity, and human potential. As an author and teacher, he has shared platforms with internationally recognised speakers including Barbara Marx Hubbard, Greg Braden, Barbara Rother, and Eric Pearl.

Before becoming an author, Jonathan enjoyed an award-winning career in music, receiving a Gold Disc in 1990.

His work has received international recognition, including:

Editor's Choice Award — AllBooks International (USA), Spirituality & Inspiration (2009)

Finalist — Best Books Awards (USA Book News), Spirituality (2010)

Winner — Beverly Hills International Book Awards®, Visionary Fiction (2016)

His work is united by one simple invitation:

Space ~ Stillness ~ Freedom