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The Jackknife Tavern
prose poetry by Braeden Michaels
Veteran poet Braeden Michaels releases his eighth collection of prose poetry. At the Jackknife Tavern sits a man, drinking his loss of love away. Beside him come and go a myriad of faces: friends and neighbors, acquaintances, co-workers…each with their own story to tell. The poet remains on his barstool, taking notes and creating art from life.
Where to buy: in paperback at Barnes & Noble and Amazon; in hardcover at Lulu; and as an eBook at Kindle. Goodreads.
Maps of a World: Poems, Prose, & Stories
poetry by Jennifer Maloney
Jennifer Maloney invites us to follow the paths of childhood, ones that may lead to danger, safety, or the liminal spaces.
Where to buy: in paperback at Barnes & Noble and Amazon; and as an eBook at Kindle. Goodreads.
The Fringes
a novel by Alex Clemente
Following the brutal death of his high school lover, Hugo’s mind begins to unravel as he copes with the trauma and the cover-up engineered by him and his teenage best friends. Memories haunt him. Now Hugo seeks to anesthetize himself and perhaps finally heal as he increasingly looks to drugs, sex, and therapy to untangle the facts from the fiction they concocted that fateful night. (*Contains sexually explicit language and LGBT themes.)
Where to buy: in paperback at Barnes & Noble and Amazon. Goodreads.
Haven
a horror novella by Rachael Ikins
When Sheryl leaves her big-city job and relocates to a rural New Hampshire town with her two companions, Maggie the aging Labrador and Girlie the cat, her dream of writing poetry while maintaining the idyllic quiet life becomes more muddled than she bargained for after she discovers a packet of ancient vegetable seeds tucked away on a shelf in her new barn.
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Cut Off Your Credit
visual political poetry by Russell Evans
UK-based poet and artist Russell Evans tackles the tough issues surrounding lived communal trauma, extreme poverty, loss of self and loved ones, and the abandonment of community. When words fail, pictures move in to communicate, and when art loses its way, poetry arises.
When the Glass Breaks
poetry by Kelley Morris
Poet and musician Kelley Morris shares poetry filled with faith, family, and nature
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North of Autumn
a novel by Patrick Gillespie
Set in the same fictional town as his first novel, Gillespie deftly combines magical realism, acceptance, emotional balance, and love. Teen Zoe and her uncle Sean find themselves in the rural landscape of Vermont, where their car broke down. With vast storytelling woven into their everyday, the two struggle to balance acceptance of self, OCD, and starting life anew.
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Behind the Shadows
short horror stories by Ray Van Horn, Jr.
Conjuring ten haunting tales to bring a shiver down your spine, Ray Van Horn, Jr. shares a mixtape blend reminiscent of EC Comics and 80s horror; unsettling narratives to invade your dreams and keep you up at night.
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Start a Religion, Stay Out of Jail and Other Absurd Tales
short stories by Logan Medland
Pets: do they secretly hate us? Could starting a religion allow one to live one’s entire life as a tax write-off? What happens when the delivery driver falls in love with one of his customers? Is there redemption for the students who planned and executed their teacher’s demise, just to get out of doing their homework? Is cheese the most perfect food? Would you survive the apocalypse if you built the world’s most well-planned bomb shelter? Writer Logan Medland shares fourteen absurd stories in his uniquely clever and humorous style.
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Broken Spoons
poetry and art by Rachael Ikins
Rachael Ikins shares moving poetry and images as she walked through the grief of her dog’s end of life and passing
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Stella Walker’s Acquaintances
poetry by Braeden Michaels
Braeden Michaels re-releases his second collection of poetry in hardcover revealing glimpses of the characters who walk amidst the life of newly-widowed Stella Walker. By exposing the flaws, scars, quirks, and the light we see in each other, this profound collection generates a fine line between friendships and acquaintances.
Unpaved Crossroads
poetry by Braeden Michaels
Veteran poet Braeden Michaels re-releases his third collection of poetry in stunning hardcover which depicts various scenes and moments in time, along with a plethora of personalities, all connected by the common theme of specific location throughout the book.
Quiet Embers
poetry by Kelley Morris
Poet and musician Kelley Morris shares scriptures, spiritual quotes, and poetry, describing deep faith and relationship
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Caveman in Paradise
experimental flash fiction and prose poetry by J.R. Woods
J.R. Woods shares his unique style of stream-of-conscious flash fiction writing and poetry. Amid contemplation of life and death and what we do with the time in between, he mulls over deity, justice, the future, and the consequences of being human. Whether it be watching the worms drowning in a deluge, aliens on the horizon, or a letter penned in search of companionship at the end of the world.
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Sketches: Fables, Allegories, and Parables
short fiction by tara caribou
Sketches. Just sketches of a thousand people living a thousand lives. Sketches filled with tragedy. Sketches made of love and loss. Sketches of you and me. Micro-fiction, personal meditations, and short stories to make you think.
Where to buy: in paperback at Lulu and Amazon. Signed copies available to US residents. Goodreads.
Once Upon a Rain, She Bloomed
poetry by Braeden Michaels
Veteran poet Braeden Michaels releases his seventh collection of poetry. Between shadows and memory, one woman’s diary elucidates relationships come and gone, those who helped shape who she is from the inside out.
Where to buy: in paperback at Lulu, Barnes & Noble, Amazon; in hardcover at Lulu; and as an eBook at Kindle. Goodreads.
The Amsterdam Experiment
a novel by Alex Gallo
Two men at the ends of their ropes, one thru betrayal and divorce and the other thru bad luck and drug addiction, decide to start over fresh, beginning with a vacation in Amsterdam which spirals out of control when a beautiful heiress and her mysterious valet take them in. What starts out as lust, sex, and drugs rapidly tears the friends further apart. (*Contains sexually explicit language and LGBT themes.)
Reflections of a Thought
philosophy & photography by Gadier Hein Garcia
Gadier Hein Garcia is a strong man of gentle action. The embodiment of his lifelong training as a Sensei has bequeathed a state of egoless reflection. Here he shares his insights through universal considerations alongside striking images which balance contemplation. Join this journey to enlightened living and find renewed purpose, energy, and hope within.
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Revolution Calling
a novel by Ray Van Horn, Jr.
Two teenage boys navigate adolescence, maturity, and the highs and lows of life from the alienating stance of the heavy-metal subculture in the late ‘80s. A Gen X examination of the will to belong on one’s own terms, even when the stakes turn violent.
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The Comment Poems
poetry by Robert G. Wertzler
Robert Wertzler shares a collection of response-poetry written in the comment sections made on social media posts, all inspired by poetry written by other contagious writers.
Where to buy: in paperback exclusively at Lulu or as an eBook at Lulu, Nook, Kobo, or Kindle. Goodreads.
Tiny House, Big Mountain
a novel by Patrick Gillespie
Magic, surrealism, hope, heart, and healing are found for a small family and their community in the rural landscape of Vermont.
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The Scars We Don’t See
micro fiction by Cassa Bassa
Cassa Bassa’s debut book, filled with her signature six-sentence stories and micro fiction.
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Between the Verses and the Ink: Volume One
poetry by Braeden Michaels
Braeden Michael’s sixth collection of poetry includes selected pieces from each of his first five books.
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The Fog of the Midnight Hours
poetry by G.M. Manzi
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.
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A Boat for the Sinking
poetry by Brandon White
Brandon White’s third collection of poetry. 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? What really matters and what doesn’t? His honing of instinct, humor, and truth will leave you spellbound, searching for your own answers.
Where to buy: in paperback at lulu, Amazon, Barnes & Noble and signed copies available from the author. as eBook at lulu, Nook, Kobo, Google Play or Kindle. Goodreads.
UNflawless
poetry by John A. Graser
In John Graser’s second collection of lyrical genius, he returns steady and strong sharing his experiences and raw emotions. Taking the reader deeper into his world. His unfiltered and uncensored writing will help you view the life a little differently.
The Gift of Mercy
poetry by Annette Kalandros
Through writing, poet Annette Kalandros hopes to weave a gift of mercy not only for herself but for her mother, late wife, and daughter. With honesty and brave transparency, she shares what love really is. (*Contains LGBT themes.)
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The Woman With Three Elbows
poetry and art by Rachael Ikins
Misdiagnosed for over a decade with multiple mental illnesses and prescribed dozens of pharmaceuticals, artist and author Rachael Ikins’ latest book delivers powerful prose, poetry, and art created directly from the clearing of her mind following that period in her life. (*Contains LGBT themes.)
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euphoria in blue [dreams]
poetry & photography by tara caribou
During the day, love, devotion, and passion hold fast, illuminating all they touch. The power and sway moves one like a river rushing along its bed. But as night descends, their presence becomes veiled by half-waking dreams, blissful hallucinations, and fantasy-ridden visions. Euphoria and yearning become fervor until the fresh morning brings temperance once more.
Where to buy: in paperback exclusively at lulu. Signed copies available to US residents. Goodreads.
Coming of Rage
short stories by Ray Van Horn, Jr.
Coming of Rage and six other short stories reflect the human spirit and learning how to rise up and meet adversity. To stand face-to-face with it, then overcome. These are tales of young and old, tragic and strong, broken but still standing. When a young man realizes all isn’t as he imagined it would be. When a woman relives her painful past and chooses to walk through the coals for the freedom on the other side. And when skin color becomes more than just skin-deep. A common thread of hard turning points and difficult decisions rendered weave throughout each tale as author Ray Van Horn, Jr. draws on his many years experience in the music industry where he rubbed elbows with drummers, vocalists, bands, groupies, managers, roadies, and die-hard fans.
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We Lived Like Kings
poetry by G.M. Manzi
G.M. Manzi ruminates the everyday introspection without sugarcoating or special dressing in his debut collection. Read like a friend sharing from his heart on a muggy summer evening in the back yard, pipe in hand, mesmerized by the rising smoke and long pauses between thoughts. He counters rough memories with softer moments and hindsight. Sit back, prop up your feet, and soak in the significant minutes.
Where to buy: in paperback at lulu, Amazon, Barnes & Noble. Signed copies available directly from the author. Goodreads.
The Invisible Exhibitionist
poetry and fine art by emje mccarty
Artist and author emje mccarty spent two years digging introspectively into her heart and mind, inking a self-portrait each day within her intimate private journals. With the clarity of hindsight and personal growth, she shares her feelings, observations, anxieties, depressions, passions, anger, angst, and sorrows through poetry as well as vibrant emotionally-stirring inkings.
Where to buy: in paperback exclusively at lulu or signed copies available directly from the author. Goodreads.
galdr: thought & memory
poetry by Michael Raven
Michael Raven offers his collection of dark poetry, ringing with elements of nature, the heart, shamanic roots, and clever wordplay he weaves an esoteric tapestry using the threads of thought and of memory found within the loom of life. Part mystic, part arcane, and all deep, he pulls from the old ways to bring some semblance of order to the chaos in the mind. He wends and entwines the art of poetry with philosophy. Read and allow your spirit to reap merit.
Where to buy: in paperback at lulu, Barnes & Noble, Amazon. Signed copies available directly from the author. Goodreads.
Confession from Eden
poetry and prose by R.H. Alexander
Poet R.H. Alexander works through the human condition: love, despair, loss, grief, wistfulness, memory, hope, and will in this collection of poetry and prose. His compilation glimpses through the windows of lives come and gone, of widows and workers, sons and sisters, deadbeats and loners – we all become a part in the tapestry of mankind.
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Growl from the Sun
poetry by Braeden Michaels
Author and poet Braeden Michaels delves into the many-layered political realms in his newest collection, Growl from the Sun. Beginning with his fourteen-page magnum opus of the same name, he confronts and denounces modern society and the politics of the day. No stone is left unturned. There are no sides, no labels, only raw emotion and unbending truth. This gritty selection of poetry is sure to provoke introspection.
Where to buy: in paperback at lulu, Amazon, and Barnes & Noble or on Kindle. Goodreads.
Derecho
photography & poetry by J Matthew Waters
Poetry veteran J Matthew Waters chronicles life during and after a massive windstorm, known as a derecho, tears through his hometown in August 2020.
Where to buy: in paperback at lulu, Amazon, and Barnes & Noble or signed copies from the author by emailing jdubqca@gmail.com. Available on Kindle. Goodreads.
The War for Solace
poetry by V.R. McKoy
Author V.R. McKoy speaks out against abuse, and the resulting rage, vengefulness, and cold rebirth that can assault the victim even long after the abuse has ceased.
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Eyes See Soul
poetry by Jhanjhri Shah
Gentle, lyrical, and moving debut poetry collection by Indian-born Jhanjhri Shah. Discover the love and transformation of twin flame love.
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A Fistful of Ponies
poetry by Dan Provost
Poetry veteran Dan Provost offers up gritty, thoughtful poetry allowing us to share in those intimate internal conversations which occur when all seems lost. Dreaming of that almost unobtainable ‘something’ even as it seems to disappear like smoke in the palm of his hand.
Where to buy: in paperback at lulu, Amazon, Barnes & Noble or as an eBook at Kindle. Goodreads.
Memoirs of an Addicted Mind
poetry by John A. Graser
Hard-hitting and alternative spiritual lyrical works of poetry from John A. Graser in his debut collection.
Real Big American Zen
poetry by Brandon White
Brandon’s second poetry collection centering around a world in pandemic, balancing life with chaos.
Where to buy: in paperback at lulu, Amazon, Barnes & Noble, or as an eBook at Kindle. Signed copies available from the author. Goodreads.
Tangled Together
a short story collection by emje mccarty
Blurring the lines between real life and fiction, author and artist emje mccarty shares this collection, a dark and humorous tangle of many of the short stories she has written over the years. Stories as reflections of and reactions to her life. Stories to save and to escape. Stories to grow and to breathe. Stories as essence of every day.
Where to buy: in paperback exclusively at lulu and signed copies from the author or as an eBook at Kindle. Goodreads.
Moleskine on a Coffee Table
poetry by Hidden Bear
Resurrecting his archive of poetry written in secret over the span of nearly ten years, Hidden Bear shares the work scribbled in composition books, emails to himself, and a Moleskine notebook he carried all through college. This memorial represents all the different versions of himself and his continuing transformation. Read along as the dreamer dreams, believing he will change the world with words.
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Four
poetry and art by tara caribou
Four. Four seasons. Four elements. Four phases of the moon. Four is the number of humanity in the physical realms and represents the now. Experience what four can be within your own self. View the soul of humanity, by the lens of nature, from a different angle.
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Confusion Perfume and Other Neurotic Comics
adult comics by emje mccarty
Using her dry wit and deep emotions, artist and poet emje mccarty guides us through her inner thought processes while describing the perils of navigating amongst love, life, failed relationships, and parenthood.
Where to buy: in paperback exclusively at lulu and signed copies from the author. Goodreads.
The Year That Stole the Light Away
poetry by Brandon White
A remarkable journey through the depths of grief, heartbreak, and the first awkward footfalls back to a life rendered unrecognizable, yet budding with hope.
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Fallen Star Rising
poetry by tara caribou
From the cold inky depths of deep space to the heart of burning stars. From the orbit of silent moons and empty satellites to the evolution of new interplanetary life. Experience loneliness, love, passion, and loss above the horizon of a fallen star now rising.
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