Perfectly Placed

This is a collection of poems and journal entries written over the span of seven years that tell most of the story of some of Michael’s most formative years. After trying to grieve the loss of his best friend, deal with the addictions his mother suffers, as well as navigating many young love romances, Michael, turns to his old journals and starts collecting the poetry he’s written.

For the sake of clarity, the Him parts are written to be about one great love but he is made of a combination of many. Despite promising himself to be the one to break his family’s generational legacy of trauma and addiction, while alone at a low point, he disappoints himself and proves himself wrong.

Michael must now build himself back up from the ground before the dirt can fill his grave with him in it. He must remind himself that everything happens for a reason and that there is no such thing as the wrong person, place, or time because all of those things made him who he is.

Pierced Girls

Sheena wants nothing more than to leave her troubled childhood behind. With no money and nowhere to go after high school, it seems her future will be more of the same, despite her dreams of becoming a music teacher. Desiring connection, Sheena imagines visits from her supposed father, deceased rock star, Joey Ramone. With tragic optimism, Sheena confronts poverty, violence, and the desperate world of drug addicts with the hope that she and her mother can forge a loving relationship and overcome their addictions.

Pigs at the Beach

It’s summertime, and the humans are enjoying the amenities of “their” lovely beach.

That is until a family of pigs, driving their wreck of an old car, and dressed in “stripes, and spots, and lavender lace”, invade the place!

“What SHALL we do?!”

            “It’s a DISGRACE!

                        “Pigs all over the place!”

Find out what happens, in this whimsical tale about the silliness of prejudice… and the joys of the beach.

Pins and Roses

Autumn Seeley’s debut collection of poetry, Pins and Roses, is a deeply moving and heartfelt work that captures the raw and intense emotions of the human experience. With a deft touch, Seeley explores themes of triumph and understanding, evoking powerful feelings of connection and empathy in her readers. Whether you are a longtime fan of poetry or simply looking for a powerful and inspiring read, Pins and Roses is a must-read for anyone seeking to explore the complex emotions that define our lives. With its breathtakingly beautiful language and profound insights into the human heart, this collection is sure to resonate with readers from all walks of life.

Planet Zero

Scott, a young boy, lives with his mother, father, and Cody, their Alaskan Husky, in rural Texas. Scott and Cody often went fishing nearby their house; Scott was a great fisherman, and his dog was always with him. Cody protected Scotty whenever trouble occurred; he often turned bulls or cows away from Scotty. But on this particular afternoon, Cody could not fight off the extra-terrestrial being that surrounded them when they were returning home after having caught an enormous fish!

A huge spaceship appeared right behind them, and they were quickly abducted by several beings! They went missing for several weeks and the authorities had searched everywhere for Scotty and Cody. There was no clue as to what was behind their disappearance!

After their return, his parents had a tough time believing Cody’s story; he landed at a psychiatrist’s office. This was very disturbing for Cody, but much to his mother’s surprise, months later, she found a very strange looking map which was well hidden in Scotty’s drawers. It was finally revealed that the abduction had really taken place!

Plantation Negroes of the 21st Century

Has the Black race been ostracized into a purgatory world where it is neither free nor enslaved and where the landscape looks remarkably like the Old Plantation?

Dr. Claud Anderson, former Assistant Secretary of Commerce, says: "Black folks in proportional comparative terms are regressing. Blacks have been socially engineered into the lowest levels of life... and are now more hated than at any time in the last 50 years."

Dr. Anderson does not come right out and say that Blacks are still stationed near the Old Plantation, but he comes awfully close...

The road that has led the Black race to this perilous moment in time leads us back to a host of villains. The White ones we all know about, the Black ones, Negroes, who prey on their fellow Black sufferers, we conveniently choose to forget about-those House Negroes, that Malcolm X warned us about?

This book will name and shame... the Plantation Negroes of the 21^st Century.

Playing Through the Break

In the early 1980s, young Chicago architect Phil Ashley and his live-in girlfriend, TV newscaster Alison Knight, find themselves locked in an unlikely love triangle with a neighboring temptress whose undraped window appearances trigger untimely, unfinished spiritual and emotional issues left over from the psychedelic sixties.

When Phil is offered an unusual architectural project set in the countercultural West Coast waterfront community of Samsara, the pair agree to temporarily part ways in hopes that a break will do them good.

Little did they suspect that their romantic recess would soon turn chaotic when Samsara’s pirate broadcast featuring aqua goddess Pearl explodes into international headlines. Could the untimely uproar help reunite the troubled couple… or bring a dramatic end to their relationship?

Please, Adopt Me, America

Please, Adopt Me, America is an enlightening conversation about oppression, disruption, and dispossession. Starting with the personal and corporate struggle for the space of freedom and survival, the author/poet weaves her akuko iho, or enlightening conversations through the fast-changing terrains entwined with the harrowing landscapes.

From personal life to corporate experiences, to the scalding landmarks of history, the author and poet breaks away from her ‘foster’ country, Nigeria, to merge with her people and ancestors who are a vital part of America. Proclaiming her right to reject the raging ‘japa’ syndrome as an all-comers affair, she reveals a veiled tapestry of dark histories and decapitating politics. She embodies the spirit of cultural renaissance and freedom, rolling on wheels of hope to a land of promise. Please, Adopt Me, America, is a touching, penetrating perspective on the deep struggles of finding one’s own space in life – Of leaving home to find it!

Plesia

Exhausted from the day’s trials, Nath collapses into sleep in his New York apartment, only to awaken in the extraordinary world of Plesia. This planet, hailed as the most splendid in the cosmos, is home to 740 eternally youthful inhabitants who, though appearing to be mere eight-year-olds, have thrived on Plesia for millennia. Governed by a benevolent king from a neighboring realm, Plesia is a utopia where every need is seamlessly met.

Amidst this perfection, Nath discovers his heritage as a royal prince of Plesia and that his arrival is serendipitously timed. The peaceful planet faces a grave threat, and it is Nath whom the king and the Plesians need. As Nath joins forces with the king and a valiant group of Plesian allies, he must confront perils and navigate the pernicious disease known as Peur et Haine. His journey is one of courage, friendship, and destiny as he rises to defend the idyllic world that is now his home.

Poem

Meet Fantasia, a small-town girl born in Little Rock, Arkansas on June 15th, 1986. She has found solace in writing, which has helped her cope with a lifetime of trauma. In this collection of poems, she shares her innermost thoughts and feelings, touching on topics that will leave you wondering and inspired.

With her powerful words, Fantasia speaks for those who cannot speak for themselves, conveying the importance of speaking the truth and finding the courage to express oneself. She reminds us that it’s okay not to be okay and encourages us to take a moment to reflect on our day, step back, and take a deep breath. Ultimately, she encourages us to trust in God, who knows when to shine a light on our darkest days.

Whether you’re looking for comfort or inspiration, Fantasia’s poetry will help you find the words you need to express yourself and face life’s challenges with renewed strength and courage.

Poems from the Third Rail

This all-too-real collection of poems is one man’s shocking account of a lifelong struggle with mental illness, substance abuse, and poverty. On each page, you will feel his sorrow and pain. In every poem, you will see his soul and witness the darkness and flickering glow of early recovery.

You will see the world through his eyes and his recordings of modern times. This diverse collection touches on faith, addiction, religion, mindfulness, philosophy, life, and his innermost thoughts on everything. He leaves nothing unrevealed.

This book is for anyone who suffers from the human condition, is sick and suffering, or is struggling to regain control of an aspect of their life that they want back.

And for all the people who just like watching trains crash

Over and over

Again

Poems from Within, Life Within

Throughout life, many grapple with the overwhelming feelings of depression, anxiety, and the disquieting sensation of losing oneself. Many yearn for a beacon, a guiding light to reignite the dwindling ember within. This book offers tales woven with poetic intricacy, waiting for your discernment and reflection. Designed to help you navigate life’s challenging waves, it shares narratives of love, addiction, and resilience – lessons crafted for every soul navigating the maze of existence. Remember, only you hold the power to rise, to realize your boundless potential. Believe in yourself, for you are cherished.