https://www.amazon.com/Fish-Boy-John-Gosslee/dp/0999447181 Sealey Challenge #18 If you've ever felt the sting of a parent dying or the throes of mental illness, this is a book which will touch you in ways you can't even imagine. I met John at a birthday party and continued to read, hear, and see his work. He's a thoughtful wordsmith and … Continue reading “Fish Boy” by John Gosslee
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Sedated Air (Poem)
Photo by Yan Krukov on Pexels.com Haste not be made, I value thesilence in this swamp of sweetly strewnsurrender. I navigate the trail where manypersons sunk into the mud. I canclearly keep my footing through the muckothers have only attempted to trudge. It’signorant to recall the trials within thestory of me, a man now unafraid. … Continue reading Sedated Air (Poem)
“Their Footsteps” by Kassie J. Runyan
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08LT3KMFT/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_hsch_vapi_tkin_p1_i2 Sealey Challenge #17 I had the pleasure of meeting Kassie in a Zoom reading for the release of this book. I was thoroughly amazed by the minimalism in the poetry, as it went well with the amazing full-color photos on the page. Having pre-ordered, Kassie was nice enough to include a handmade journal, a … Continue reading “Their Footsteps” by Kassie J. Runyan
Rainbow Arson (poem)
Photo by Wallace Araujo on Pexels.com You burn my rainbowbecause you are jealousthat you only see black and white. No tinted windows.No calm tone.Just a lot of shade thrown as I wish I could kiss a man without the threat of kissing a fist Amid the hateful rhetoricRegurgitated by the KKK and the WBC,we can … Continue reading Rainbow Arson (poem)
“A Socially Acceptable Breakdown” by Patrick Roche
https://www.amazon.com/Socially-Acceptable-Breakdown-Patrick-Roche/dp/1943735980 Sealey Challenge #16 Patrick Roche is one of the most important figures we have in poetry. The ways in which he describes suicidal tendencies is heartbreaking and profound. I have been fortunate enough to watch him perform in numerous venues and his vulnerability speaks volumes.
“Remembering Tamir on the 4th of July…” (a poem by Donna Ferrie)
https://www.àboutdesouffle.com/2017/07/remembering-tamir.html When I grow upTo become a manI'm gonna be a Super Hero,Savin' the worldFrom all things bad. I think I’ll wearNot a cape of redBut a Shirt of Blue,A Silver-Star BadgeOf Invincible Power,An Emblazoned Cap--All the neighborhoodTryin' it onFor size. The protector ofOur Community,My family will be soProud of meMy best friend,“Musa,”* (*Mansa Musa, … Continue reading “Remembering Tamir on the 4th of July…” (a poem by Donna Ferrie)
“Tears Laced with Fire” by Keisha Molby-Baez
https://www.amazon.com/Tears-Laced-Fire-Keisha-Molby-Baez/dp/1533508860/ref=sr_1_2?dchild=1&keywords=keisha+molby-baez&qid=1629035407&sr=8-2 Sealey Challenge #15 I had the pleasure of being a featured reader at The Inspired Word back in 2019. I also had the pleasure of meeting Keisha (AKA Coco). I am always amazed by how much rich imagery she creates with words. She was also a Pushcart Prize nominee for her poem, "Birthright" featured … Continue reading “Tears Laced with Fire” by Keisha Molby-Baez
Set from the NYC Poetry Festival
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Lingua Franca (poem)
Photo by Pixabay on Pexels.com Love languages, eclectic at their core But they coincide with the universe Our tongues operate the same more and more Through crises, we too embrace the diverse While we spend all our quarantine alone This common ground we share will emanate Decoding of the philosopher's stone Reveals the dialect of … Continue reading Lingua Franca (poem)
“Deep Thoughts” by James Dean Rivera
https://www.amazon.com/Deep-Thoughts-James-Dean-Rivera/dp/8194900360 Sealey Challenge #14 Many times, people appear in my newsfeed on FB for a reason. James Dean Rivera is one of those people. His work is filled with verses meant to inspire the masses. He is also a spoken word artist and you'd be missing out on a lot by not checking out his … Continue reading “Deep Thoughts” by James Dean Rivera
Jacob R. Moses 