https://www.amazon.com/Chronicle-Angels-Vincent-Vok/dp/1098329201 Sealey Challenge #10 Vincent Thomas Vok (AKA Father Crime) is known for his music, so it's rewarding to see him get down with the verse. There are so many ways in which people find angels in the most unexpected of places. This is why I'm glad I got to read this book. I was … Continue reading “A Chronicle of Angels” by Vincent Thomas Vok
Recommendations
“It Starts from the Belly and Blooms” by Thomas Fucaloro
https://www.amazon.com/Starts-Belly-Blooms-Poems/dp/0989512541/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=it+starts+from+the+belly+and+bloom+poetry&qid=1628424980&sr=8-1 Sealey Challenge #8 I remember buying this book at Thomas' launch party. The funny part is that I learned about the open mic where it was happening and unknowingly (or forgetfully) stumbled into said book release. This has always been one of my favorites from Thomas. I especially love the correlations drawn between Willowbrook … Continue reading “It Starts from the Belly and Blooms” by Thomas Fucaloro
“The Lucky Lighthouse” by Jessica Kratz & Kathy Trimarco
https://www.amazon.com/Lucky-Lighthouse-Jessica-Kratz/dp/194250022X In honor of National Lighthouse Day, this is a supplemental recommendation. The Lucky Lighthouse is a coloring book written by Jessica Kratz and illustrated by Kathy Trimarco. Given the therapeutic elements of coloring, believe me when I say there is also healing in lighthouses.
“Aurora” by Douglas G. Cala
Photo by Erik Mclean on Pexels.com http://www.quailbellmagazine.com/the-unreal-20/poetry-aurora-by-douglas-g-cala?fbclid=IwAR3vsp1iPlG9jhyAtmQuLIzqnEiBsIvav98WuPJlDui4yzbUwjh_wESOcO8 Based on the popular video game Halo, this is one of my favorites.
“Like a Thrashing Hurricane” by Douglas G. Cala
https://gnashingteethpublishing.com/blog/like-a-thrashing-hurricane-by-douglas-g-cala/?fbclid=IwAR13f5_xEH4fE1CjWAAsbo3e0X9Zf7SHI4jQTcAm8KHv_n4Tu0Evmu40m_c This is a thoughtful post about the 1/5/2021 insurrection in Washington, DC.
“Light as a Feather” by Douglas G. Cala
Photo by Anjana C on Pexels.com http://www.trouvaillereview.org/contributors/douglas-g-cala This is a supplemental entry for my protege and poetic brother-in-arms. I will be posting a number of links in my entries. I hope you enjoy is work as much as I do.
“A Puzzle is Still Made of Pieces” by Brendan GIllett
https://www.amazon.com/Puzzle-Still-Made-Pieces/dp/198338349X Sealey Challenge #6 I've had the pleasure of reading this book by Brendan Gillett. I had the pleasure of getting to know him when I learned we were on the same bill at the Parkside Lounge. He is an amazing performer as well as a poet. One thing worth noting is that he knows … Continue reading “A Puzzle is Still Made of Pieces” by Brendan GIllett
“Failure’s Finest Moment” by Brian Van Remmen
https://www.amazon.com/Failures-Finest-Moment-Brian-Remmen/dp/1090355696/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=brian+van+remmen&qid=1628184016&sr=8-1 Sealey Challenge #5 I'd be remiss if I didn't include Brian Van Remmen in my list of chapbooks. BVR has been a good friend and instrumental in advising me on my poetry. When you check out this book, you will see a level of diction and formatting which will allow your eyes to glide … Continue reading “Failure’s Finest Moment” by Brian Van Remmen
“The Everything Bagel” by Scottt Raven
The Everything Bagel https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08Y4L8TNJ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_4RYA6MJBBWX9R5STP4B3 Sealey Challenge #3
The Good Grief Podcast w/Scottt Raven
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gw08ERvRll4 This is an episode where I talked about my work as a poet and ruminated on the death of my father. This series is by a poet/author/spoken word artist Scottt Raven. He has a book out and will talk about it as part of The Sealey challenge. I will talk more about The Sealey … Continue reading The Good Grief Podcast w/Scottt Raven
Jacob R. Moses 