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Recollection: First wave
Poetry is a curious thing. Quite often people define it as being extremely limiting (as if poetry were a single thing). As a writer, I’ve been recognized for my craft, though as a human, it has saved me more than you could imagine. I’ve been able to make sense of life through verses, as well as take control of emotions by using them to create something new.
Although I’m often making a case for poetry and how powerful it can be, this is the first time I include all my published poetry in a single collection. This book includes Between the Tides, Dark Strands, Captured Moments, Black Tie Affair, and Roulette of Rhymes. In addition, I’m including poems that appear in my bilingual collection Twenty Veinte as well as bonus poems available in my middle grade short story collection Daydreams on the Sherbet Shore. The mission of this collection is simple: to show you that poetry can be a whole bunch of things (and not just your typical "roses are red" shtick), and to hopefully inspire you to pick up a pen, pencil, or word processor and see what new ways you can find to express what you feel and how you feel it.
All that is left now is to “release the words!”
JD Estrada is a Puerto Rican author with 15 published books covering a variety of genres, from fantasy to non-fiction, with many more on the way. He’s pretty easy to find online so by all means, if you want to talk poetry, tea, or just say hi, search @jdestradawriter on your preferred social media platform and drop a line.
Although I’m often making a case for poetry and how powerful it can be, this is the first time I include all my published poetry in a single collection. This book includes Between the Tides, Dark Strands, Captured Moments, Black Tie Affair, and Roulette of Rhymes. In addition, I’m including poems that appear in my bilingual collection Twenty Veinte as well as bonus poems available in my middle grade short story collection Daydreams on the Sherbet Shore. The mission of this collection is simple: to show you that poetry can be a whole bunch of things (and not just your typical "roses are red" shtick), and to hopefully inspire you to pick up a pen, pencil, or word processor and see what new ways you can find to express what you feel and how you feel it.
All that is left now is to “release the words!”
JD Estrada is a Puerto Rican author with 15 published books covering a variety of genres, from fantasy to non-fiction, with many more on the way. He’s pretty easy to find online so by all means, if you want to talk poetry, tea, or just say hi, search @jdestradawriter on your preferred social media platform and drop a line.
282 pages, Paperback
Published May 9, 2020
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About the author
J.D. Estrada
24 books177 followersAfter years of working in advertising, I figured there were better ways to write fiction. Born on August 13th, I share birthdays with Alfred Hitchcock and Fidel Castro... an interesting coincidence since mom is Cuban and I love a good story.
Truth be told, ever since I was a kid I dreamt about being an inventor, I just didn't know I'd end up doing it using words. Where some people choose to invent new products, I’ve chosen to invent worlds through words.
In college, I studied psychology for 3 years before realizing that if I finished, I'd need a psychologist for myself. Not being too enticed by the whole full circle nature of that trajectory, I switched to Marketing, Advertising... and Psychology. Seems I just couldn't let it go.
A lover of Science Fiction and Fantasy, I’ve always loved writing and connecting with people. Mind you, although I love these genres, my reading tastes are as eclectic as my musical passions. So from rock to salsa to classical music, I also read and write in a variety of genres and am just as satisfied writing a review or a poem as I am working on my next novel. My obsession with the human aspect of who we are is deeply embedded in most of my work and my first book is no exception. Only Human is the first link within the Human Cycle, a three-book exploration of humanity through fiction.
I’m currently working on several projects, consistently put out free material on the blog (jdestradawriter.blogspot.com) and I rant with zest on Twitter via @jdestradawriter. I also have and instagram account (@jdestradawriter) if you want to see what I’m getting up to or what delicious beer I may recommend pairing with the book your reading.
My favorite band is Pearl Jam, I was born in Puerto Rico, I bodyboard and to me, playing a guitar is as therapeutic as a bleeding into a notebook with my pen. So by all means, visit, say hi and connect.
Peace, love and maki rolls.
JD
Truth be told, ever since I was a kid I dreamt about being an inventor, I just didn't know I'd end up doing it using words. Where some people choose to invent new products, I’ve chosen to invent worlds through words.
In college, I studied psychology for 3 years before realizing that if I finished, I'd need a psychologist for myself. Not being too enticed by the whole full circle nature of that trajectory, I switched to Marketing, Advertising... and Psychology. Seems I just couldn't let it go.
A lover of Science Fiction and Fantasy, I’ve always loved writing and connecting with people. Mind you, although I love these genres, my reading tastes are as eclectic as my musical passions. So from rock to salsa to classical music, I also read and write in a variety of genres and am just as satisfied writing a review or a poem as I am working on my next novel. My obsession with the human aspect of who we are is deeply embedded in most of my work and my first book is no exception. Only Human is the first link within the Human Cycle, a three-book exploration of humanity through fiction.
I’m currently working on several projects, consistently put out free material on the blog (jdestradawriter.blogspot.com) and I rant with zest on Twitter via @jdestradawriter. I also have and instagram account (@jdestradawriter) if you want to see what I’m getting up to or what delicious beer I may recommend pairing with the book your reading.
My favorite band is Pearl Jam, I was born in Puerto Rico, I bodyboard and to me, playing a guitar is as therapeutic as a bleeding into a notebook with my pen. So by all means, visit, say hi and connect.
Peace, love and maki rolls.
JD
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January 6, 2021
In this collection you’ll find a variety of poetry, including love, sadness, darkness, anger, adventure, sauciness, and more. JD’s style is soulful and powerful. I can honestly say this is one of my favorite poetry books! Love it!
My absolute favorite poem from each section:
The Sea
Dark Strands (micro poems)
Backwards
Malaise
The cup
Signed, sealed, and returned
Melt
My absolute favorite poem from each section:
The Sea
Dark Strands (micro poems)
Backwards
Malaise
The cup
Signed, sealed, and returned
Melt
November 2, 2023
A very nice Poetry Collection
I enjoyed this collection of poetry, thought provoking and insightful words come together on these pages. I'm looking forward to more. Really enjoyed this.
I enjoyed this collection of poetry, thought provoking and insightful words come together on these pages. I'm looking forward to more. Really enjoyed this.
August 18, 2023
I really enjoyed this poetry collection. While reading this collection, you get to know the different facets, feelings, and emotions that JD delivers. It has a wide range of poetry styles and really knows how to make it his own, especially the 800-verse poem of The Madness of Jonathan J. George. It felt like a storytelling in poetry form, and it was beautifully well written.
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