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“The Scars We Don’t See” micro-fiction by Cassa Bassa
Raw Earth Ink is proud to present Cassa Bassa’s debut book of micro-fiction and six-sentence stories, The Scars We Don’t See.
From the back cover: Cassa Bassa is an urging life-force poured into these revealing vignettes. Her accurate observations of a life pierced with innate truisms are of rich experience and variety, of challenge and collision, and you will go on Bassa’s journey with her, through the kaleidoscope of her abundant creativity, until you reach her beating heart.
Bassa writes out a multiverse of eclectic, compelling stories that describe her own experiences and her understanding of others, with an addictive, smart curiosity of humanity and what makes us really tick.
Her short stories will raise hairs on the back of your neck, have you laughing out loud and wiping away tears simultaneously. It is the marvelous gift of a natural storyteller to spirit us into these worlds, where we learn as much about ourselves as the author.
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©️2023 | Cassa Bassa
Cassa Bassa can be found on Instagram @flicker_of_thoughts and her website flickerofthoughts.com.
“Between the Verses and the Ink” poetry by Braeden Michaels
Raw Earth Ink is proud to present Braeden Michaels’ sixth collection of selected poetry, Between the Verses and the Ink.
Selected poems from each of Braeden Michaels’ first five books of poetry: The Raven’s Poison – a full collection characterizing and describing all aspects of the human condition and emotions. Stella Walker’s Acquaintances – character poetry surrounding the friends and acquaintances of a widowed woman as she reflects upon her life. Unpaved Crossroads – poetry which depicts various scenes and moments in time, with a common theme of specific place throughout. Growl from the Sun – a collection of political poetry including Michaels’ magnum opus of the same name, opining governmental and civic current events. For You, Love Always – heart-touching and emotionally moving poetry for lovers.
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©️2023 | Braeden Michaels
Braeden Michaels can be found on Instagram @braeden_michaels_author and his website braedenmichaels.com.
Spring Makes an Entrance
first she whispers, then she howls, after which she lifts her skirts and tiptoes in, her delicate footsteps leaving crocuses and fresh green shoots of sweet meadow grasses in their wake, she laughs, she sighs, and I fall in love with Spring all over again
tara caribou | ©️2023 photo and video by me
Fingers Outstretched
I don’t know but
there’s far more
to be said
to be felt
to be heard
to be held
to be lived
far above and beyond
anything we could imagine
perhaps the answer
is simply: reach
tara caribou | ©️2023 photo by me
“The Fog of the Midnight Hours” poetry by G.M. Manzi
Raw Earth Ink is proud to present G.M. Manzi’s second collection of poetry, The Fog of the Midnight Hours.
In his second collection of gritty and unapologetic poetry, writer G.M. Manzi kicks off his boots and gets down to the meat and bones as he sifts through memories of heartbreak and the real life after-effects of a devastating relationship which left him questioning his worth, value, and place. He is unswerving in his emotions, neither shying away nor exaggerating them. Torn between the great what-if of an ending without closure and the decision for self-preservation to forgive and walk away, but this time with clean hands and head held high. Using his quick wit, self-deprecating humor, and raw spirit, these pages are sure to make you laugh and sigh, to clench your jaw and cheer on the broken to renewal. Read and let your soul be rewarded.
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©️2023 | G.M. Manzi can be found on Instagram @g.m.thescrivner
You can also listen to a podcast Greg did with Unraveled Influence anywhere you prefer listening to podcasts. Here’s the link on Amazon.
Featured on the Podcast Unraveled Influence
Yesterday I had the opportunity to sit in and chat with the podcast Unraveled Influence. We had a great conversation where we discussed writing, cannabis, the power of the word, and leaving a legacy. The guys even brought up some Bible talk, which is always interesting. Join Andy Morales, Leon Jones, and me for an hour and a half. Available on Audible, Amazon Music, Spotify, YouTube (link below), Apple podcast, and more.
Let me know in the comments if you get the opportunity to listen and chime in with your thoughts! ~tara
“A Boat for the Sinking” poetry by Brandon White
Raw Earth Ink is proud to present Brandon White’s third collection of poetry, A Boat for the Sinking.
With an uncanny awareness of what matters most, Brandon White’s third book offers up a life-raft of poetry for us to cling to while answering the questions: how do we get through this sinking boat called life? How can we impart a better world to our loved ones? What really matters and what doesn’t? His honing of instinct, humor, and truth will leave you spellbound, searching for your own answers.
In paperback at: lulu, Barnes & Noble, or Amazon, or directly from Brandon on his website.
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©️2023 | Brandon White
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tara caribou | ©️2023 all photos by me
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