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xXx-PoetixXx by Mr Love Zone xXx-PoetixXx by Mr Love Zone April 14, 2012 811 words Read a sample
It's' not often that Coyotes Publishing resident romantic/erotica poet gets the urge to write but today he has and you can watch this book grow with some steamy tales direct from the man himself
Pappa Gander: the Less Better Half of Mother Goose: and Other Rhymes, Limericks and Haiku by Robby Charters Pappa Gander: the Less Better Half of Mother Goose: and Other Rhymes, Limericks and Haiku by Robby Charters April 14, 2012 4271 words Read a sample
An illustrated anthology of all my poetry, including parodies of Mother Goose, limericks, some haiku, and other rhymes that were done strictly because I found some words that rhyme in an amusing way (amusing to me, anyway). My poetic inspirations were Roald Dahl, Shel Silverstien and Ogden Nash. Also included are some of my cartoons, largly influenced by Gary Larson (Far Side).
Licorice Poetry by Charmaine Thomson by Charmaine Thomson Licorice Poetry by Charmaine Thomson by Charmaine Thomson April 13, 2012 2370 words Read a sample
This short collection of contemporary poems explores a range of themes including music composition, the New Zealand landscape, the freedoms of childhood, motorcycle rides, social justice, architecture, intimacy, school holidays, travel and coffee. The poems explore how identity and culture are expressed in brief forms. If you like your poetry ristretto, Licorice will suit you.
Boredom Poetry by Kennie Kayoz Boredom Poetry by Kennie Kayoz April 13, 2012 779 words Read a sample
When Kennie gets bored he tends to sit at the computer and write... Although this should prob be called "Part 1" but at this point in time there is no part 2 so why have a part 1 right now... if you enjoy it... please donate (info inside)
FilthySecretBooks Issue One by FilthySecretBooks FilthySecretBooks Issue One by FilthySecretBooks April 11, 2012 13473 words Read a sample
A literary magazine full of unusual romance stories and poems that aren't defined by happily ever after or a tragic ending.
Return To The Darkside by Kennie Kayoz Return To The Darkside by Kennie Kayoz April 11, 2012 2599 words Read a sample
We've all had dark times in our lives, and we've all had anger as well. Back when Coyotes Publishing first opened Kennie was going through some troubled times so he started this book called "Return To The Darkside" as many people enjoyed his dark writing style. The book hasn't seen the light for many years.
Love, Pain, Blood and Tears by Nemonica Bars Love, Pain, Blood and Tears by Nemonica Bars April 10, 2012 891 words Read a sample
A short collection of love poems by Nemonica Bars.
Metamorphine and Other Poems by Adrian Sturgess Metamorphine and Other Poems by Adrian Sturgess April 10, 2012 3398 words Read a sample
This is a selection of 22 poems written over a span of some years. They are widely diverse in subject matter as well as in style. I have provided a very brief explanatory note to many of the poems, where I feel that this will be helpful to the reader.
Titanic by NAP BOOKS Titanic by NAP BOOKS April 09, 2012 937 words Read a sample
Prose poems by Jess Dutschmann
Poems of Passion by Adrian Sturgess Poems of Passion by Adrian Sturgess April 09, 2012 1447 words Read a sample
This is a collection of 11 poems, written over a span of some years. The subject matter of these poems generally lies in the realm of love found, love lost or some other aspect of love. The poems are varied in style and range from the relatively traditional to the fairly bizarre.
Struggle by Gaurav Pratap Singh Struggle by Gaurav Pratap Singh April 07, 2012 73 words Read a sample
A light hearted account of our day to day life when we feel let down by the immense amount of work to succeed in life. And this that Struggle is a very important part of our development process.
I was Made in America by Chad Johnson I was Made in America by Chad Johnson April 06, 2012 1716 words Read a sample
This is a book of poems about unemployment, the economy, and the 99% vs. 1%.
The Cat's Nature - a poem for all ages by Robyn Pearce The Cat's Nature - a poem for all ages by Robyn Pearce April 06, 2012 128 words Read a sample
A poem for my kitten, Mimi, who is 1 today! Happy Birthday!
iDull by Kennie Kayoz iDull by Kennie Kayoz April 05, 2012 456 words Read a sample
Being Dull is similar to being bored, while feeling bored Kennie decided to write about his bored feelings in a non rhyming poetic way. As well as giving the world a glimpse into the mind of the man known as Kennie Kayoz
Dark Matter by Curtis Ackie Dark Matter by Curtis Ackie April 05, 2012 2524 words Read a sample
Curtis Ackie is a young British-born novelist, short story writer and sometime poet, based in Zagreb, Croatia. His fiction is primarily concerned with the magic of dreams as escapism. Dark Matter is his captivating collection of spellbound poetry.
Depression, Suicide, & Self-Injury Quotes by Aaralyn Griffin Depression, Suicide, & Self-Injury Quotes by Aaralyn Griffin April 04, 2012 8601 words Read a sample
Just a bunch of quotes I liked on these topics. Most of them have credit given to their rightful creators, but several i couldnt find the creditors. If you find any that need to be fixed, please contact me right away, and I will fix it.
Five Poems About God by Marina Rojas Five Poems About God by Marina Rojas April 04, 2012 1064 words Read a sample
Five random short poems about God
Year Of The Slow Empire by Brian Williams Year Of The Slow Empire by Brian Williams April 04, 2012 1986 words Read a sample
In a year of going to places of interest, a writer finds his joy.
My Thoughts (selected poems 1) by Saint Virgin Peter My Thoughts (selected poems 1) by Saint Virgin Peter April 03, 2012 1597 words Read a sample
short selection of dark poetry
How Clarence McCafferty Prayed the Mass by Geraldine Glodek How Clarence McCafferty Prayed the Mass by Geraldine Glodek April 03, 2012 290 words Sample 40%
The villanelle is a form often used for serious subjects like Dylan Thomas's poem to his dying father, "Do Not Go Gentle into That Good Night." As a child, Glodek heard an old man in the pew behind her describing a baseball game to his buddy. "Clarence" rushed in making the sign of the cross and saying all in one breath,"Name-uhduh fodder son holy ghost amen d'ja watch the Yankee game yesterday?"
Two Poems by K Kishmot Two Poems by K Kishmot April 03, 2012 526 words Read a sample
Two poems by K Kishmot
Feed Me Your Virgins by German Alcala Feed Me Your Virgins by German Alcala April 03, 2012 2863 words Read a sample
Sex & Death Poetry. Sequel to Feed Me Your Children.
Cascade Failure by Marc Ironwood Cascade Failure by Marc Ironwood April 02, 2012 445 words Read a sample
A few short poems
Yorick Magazine Spring 2012 Vol. I Issue 1 by Yorick Magazine Yorick Magazine Spring 2012 Vol. I Issue 1 by Yorick Magazine April 01, 2012 12346 words Read a sample
Our first issue. Poetry by Heather Mallet, Kelsey Opalack, L.E.J. Rasser, and Cody Steinhauer. Prose by Jon Adams, Christian Belland, Adrien Bloom, L.E.J. Rasser, and Corey Watson.
Failure by Kennie Kayoz Failure by Kennie Kayoz April 01, 2012 641 words Read a sample
This book contains a bunch of short poems written by Kennie Kayoz, each poem describes at a short length how he feels he's failed in life... All of what you read is true. This is a very personal release done by Kennie.
Jinas Dikter by Jina Gustafsson Jinas Dikter by Jina Gustafsson March 29, 2012 1376 words Read a sample
Dikter om kärleken och livet. Mörka och ljusa dikter.
Jinas Gedichtesammlung by Jina Gustafsson Jinas Gedichtesammlung by Jina Gustafsson March 29, 2012 1135 words Read a sample
Eine Sammlung meiner Gedichte
BECAUSE SO MUCH IS RIDING ON YOUR UNICYCLE by Fowlpox Press BECAUSE SO MUCH IS RIDING ON YOUR UNICYCLE by Fowlpox Press March 28, 2012 2167 words Sample 20%
This chapbook is to poetry what the Loch Ness Monster is to toddler reading time. Enjoy.
Les Études - The Nature Series: Samples by Oluwatosin Ojumu Les Études - The Nature Series: Samples by Oluwatosin Ojumu March 27, 2012 2938 words Read a sample
Samples from the ebooks in Les Études - The Nature Series. These include the following Études: SkyScapes, Mountains, Sunsets, Maritime, Deserts. A full ebook in its own right, Les Études - The Nature Series: Samples is perfect for getting a burst of colour and spice into your day, and also for getting a flavour of the Études!
AnimeMETH by Nipaporn Baldwin AnimeMETH by Nipaporn Baldwin March 26, 2012 1114 words Read a sample
AnimeMETH, the first ever "truly" anime-themed book to hit the Smashwords site, combines four anime flash stories accompanied by illustrations. Issue #42 in The Society On Da Run series.
Off to War: Two Poems and the first part of Eryk by Ere Bian Saikovera Off to War: Two Poems and the first part of Eryk by Ere Bian Saikovera March 25, 2012 848 words Sample 30%
Two poems, one long and one short, that act as a sort of prelude to Eryk and the first part (or chapter) of Eryk.
SEULEMENT UNE FOIS by Björn Björkegren SEULEMENT UNE FOIS by Björn Björkegren March 23, 2012 97 words Read a sample
Poème d'amour.
Two Books of Poetry: People Like Us and Numbers by Ere Bian Saikovera Two Books of Poetry: People Like Us and Numbers by Ere Bian Saikovera March 22, 2012 526 words Read a sample
Two small books of poetry. There are a few poems in each one, written in free verse.
Poetry of Fire by Margaret West Poetry of Fire by Margaret West March 21, 2012 3898 words Read a sample
“Poetry of Fire” is a collection of the poems featured in “Sisters of the Golden Mountain” by Margaret West.
The First Collection of Poems: A Small Collection of Poems by Ere Bian Saikovera The First Collection of Poems: A Small Collection of Poems by Ere Bian Saikovera March 20, 2012 795 words Sample 20%
A collection of poems, each with its own sad tone.
A Life's Sundries by Chris Wilder A Life's Sundries by Chris Wilder March 20, 2012 1698 words Read a sample
A chapbook of poems about life events that range from political to personal.
The Rubaiyat Of Omar Khayyam—Illustrated by Austin P. Torney 4 by Austin Torney The Rubaiyat Of Omar Khayyam—Illustrated by Austin P. Torney 4 by Austin Torney March 20, 2012 2328 words Read a sample
Free. Translated by Edward FitzGerald. Vol. 4 of 5. Vols. 2 and 4 are free. 114 quatrains are presented via a merge of the first four editions of the Rubaiyat of Omar Khayyam. The 80+ illustrations, all in color, are a mixture of ancient and modern styles, ranging from Austin’s own nature compositions to his enhancement of engravings and drawings obtained from very old books.
The Rubaiyat Of Omar Khayyam—Illustrated by Austin P. Torney 2 by Austin Torney The Rubaiyat Of Omar Khayyam—Illustrated by Austin P. Torney 2 by Austin Torney March 20, 2012 2328 words Read a sample
Free. Translated by Edward FitzGerald. Vol. 2 of 5. Vols. 2 and 4 are free. 114 quatrains are presented via a merge of the first four editions of the Rubaiyat of Omar Khayyam. The 80+ illustrations, all in color, are a mixture of ancient and modern styles, ranging from Austin’s own nature compositions to his enhancement of engravings and drawings obtained from very old books.
Maledictus by Vocal Strain Maledictus by Vocal Strain March 20, 2012 711 words Read a sample
Everything comes with and leaves with a reason, I may run away and return, again both come and leave with a reason. I cut my hair today, so that my memories embodied in my roots may leave, then fresh ones can return, both subdued by a reason as to why I do this to myself.
Trapped by Michael Krause Trapped by Michael Krause March 19, 2012 138 words Sample 20%
It's free so take a look and see what you think to my short piece of writing.
Physica Metaphora by Vocal Strain Physica Metaphora by Vocal Strain March 19, 2012 868 words Read a sample
The dynamic of the mind, to breathe the words though false lips, that speak to the inner and expel sensations into the outer, through vast variation of imagery, that cast a shadow on the pain, have I felt before, time over time. It cuts deeper, then deeper and deeper until one drowns in the blood of another's memory, disowned and thrown away by its origin, its flame extinguished.
Mortuos Amantis by Vocal Strain Mortuos Amantis by Vocal Strain March 19, 2012 824 words Read a sample
All my memories that bind you, myself and I to this world are fading into the distance, as like love to lust, the spark has gone and burned out. Forever apart, the significant pair split, the importance divided and your name dishonoured by shame. Time is not an object, we cannot purchase or sell, but you bought all my time and wasted every penny.
The Warrior Poet by Rick King The Warrior Poet by Rick King March 18, 2012 6036 words Read a sample
We are told that the weapons of our warfare are not carnal but mighty through God to the pulling down of strongholds. The enemy has been fighting strongly with little resistance by the church. It is time we learned to fight with spiritual weapons of war. This book in poem is full of scripture and lessons that I have learned as an intercessor and warrior for Jesus. It is time we fought God's way.
Sine Responso by Vocal Strain Sine Responso by Vocal Strain March 18, 2012 927 words Read a sample
Light flickers on and off, red, green blue, then back again, over and over in a endless loop, as I watch the sky change with it too, but its texture feels so mechanical, so physical, that one could extend out and touch it, but whenever I do, I feel nothing, it feels nothing too.
Filaments: Little Literary Triumphs of Sputnikoi by Mirvan Ereon Filaments: Little Literary Triumphs of Sputnikoi by Mirvan Ereon March 18, 2012 13761 words Read a sample
A collection of my award-winning works in Allpoetry and Storywrite. Currently, I won several gold, silver, bronze and honorable awards throughout the years. This collection is my tribute to the love of writing and to writing with excellence. Please support Allpoetry and Storywrite. These two are very great websites for writers like me. I started with them so I am forever grateful.
Irish Boys Can Walk: A Short Tale by Nipaporn Baldwin Irish Boys Can Walk: A Short Tale by Nipaporn Baldwin March 17, 2012 573 words Read a sample
An Irish farmer discovers a little dragon growing in his garden. He does all he can to help the Dragon escape.
Pupper Tales by Rick King Pupper Tales by Rick King March 16, 2012 1878 words Read a sample
This is a collection of 10 hilarious poems from a pupper (dog or puppy) point of view. The whole family of all ages can enjoy these with a good laugh. There are a total of over 1800 words to tickle your funny bone.
i bLEed DaRk - Poems About Pain, Life, Heavy Metal and Jesus Christ by Rob and Trey Weddle i bLEed DaRk - Poems About Pain, Life, Heavy Metal and Jesus Christ by Rob and Trey Weddle March 16, 2012 22649 words Read a sample
Penned over a period of years by a man living in chronic pain and his young son, this atypical spiritual poetry book is a startlingly visceral series of transient images, seen through dusty windows, flying swiftly by on the authors’ personal road to righteousness. Their art springs forth from the unforced rhythm of the soul – the cry of tell-tale hearts, plagued by darkness and shrouded in light.
Indian Sonnets by Syed Faizan Indian Sonnets by Syed Faizan March 16, 2012 16580 words Read a sample
"Indian Sonnets" is a collection of Sonnets by a young Indian Poet .While some Sonnets in the collection are inspired by the Poets "Indian experience" others represent his philosophical ideas and personal feelings.The one Idea that runs through every Poem is that only intense self-examination, a relentless search "within" can explain what the mind perceives "without".
Short Stories, Snippets and a Poem by Emily Cain Short Stories, Snippets and a Poem by Emily Cain March 16, 2012 3473 words Read a sample
Short Stories, Snippets and a Poem I've written as a taster for my work to come...