id: A Novel by Kevin Spark - Award Winning Novel

 id: A Novel by Kevin Spark

Dr. Shelly, a brilliant psychologist, forever haunted by her father and his murderous past, is driven by the need to find out why we do the things we do? Is the concept of free will just a concept and nothing more, a construct that blinds us to a less palatable truth, that who we are is predetermined and encoded at birth? Does anyone really choose to do the bad things we do or are we just doing what comes naturally?

Shelly constructs an experiment using a sensory deprivation tank and virtual reality, allowing the darkest part of ourselves, the id, to run free. Unencumbered by morality or remorse, Shelly finds the perfect subject in Adam. A borderline psychotic born into a world of neglect and crime. Delving into the deepest pits of his subconscious, Shelly surfaces with far more than she bargained for.

Detective Hopper, responsible for Adam’s capture, remains a broken man. After suffering a breakdown due to the escalation of his own violent behavior, he is placed under the care of Dr. Shelly. Encouraging him to go looking for his own redemption, Hopper becomes a pawn in her web of deception until the lines of reality are redrawn as Hopper and Adam come full circle to an explosive end.

Book Review:

If you are looking to get your hands on something new, thrilling, intellectual, and incredible, then you’ll want to pick up id: A Novel by debut author Kevin Spark. ASAP!

id: A Novel is a unique, brilliant, psychological thriller which questions and shines light on the depths of the human psyche, the concepts of free will, nature or nurture and what drives unacceptable, depraved and even murderous human behaviors.

From the very first chapter, I was completely caught up in Kevin Spark’s amazing descriptive writing style, intriguing characters and his deep thought processes and expressions. He aptly introduces readers to Shelly, a psychologist with a traumatizing past, and a very disturbed father. Shelly’s past has caused her to have an unending hunger for understanding the human id, and what drives some people to do the terrible things they do. She obsesses over her patients’ primal urges and is yet to fully admit that she has one of her own. As Shelly delves deeper into the minds of her patients, particularly Adam, a disturbed psycho, and Hopper, a former police detective, she uncovers some dark and disturbing truths about herself and the human id.

One of the standout features of id: A Novel is Kevin Spark’s masterful writing style, which flawlessly alternates between different character perspectives, drawing readers into the minds of each intriguing character with vivid interesting detail. Spark’s unique ideas and unexpected twists takes readers on a journey to the darkest recesses of the human mind, challenging their perceptions of reality and morality. The novel’s seamless blend of psychological thrills, eerie atmosphere and elements of horror creates an unforgettable reading experience that will haunt readers long after the last page is turned. It is one of those rare thought-provoking reads that caused me to ponder on the author’s thought processes and how he came up with so many astonishing thoughts and ideas and then brilliantly wrote them into the story. 

id: A Novel is a must-read for fans of psychological thrillers who crave a new, fascinating and intelligent reading experience. Spark’s intricate exploration of the human psyche, combined with his skillful storytelling and innovative ideas, make this novel a true gem that will leave readers questioning the depths of human nature. id: A Novel is a must-read, stimulating and engrossing story and comes highly recommended. 

You don’t want to miss out on this electrifying and smart psychological thriller!
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They Called Him Marvin: A History of Love, War and Family by Roger Stark

They Called Him Marvin: A History of Love, War and Family by Roger Stark

"They were the fathers we never knew, the uncles we never met, the friends who never returned, the heroes we can never repay. They gave us our world. And those simple sounds of freedom we hear today are their voices speaking to us across the years." Bill Clinton

Such a man was 1st Lt Dean Harold Sherman, B-29 Airplane Commander.

“They Called Him Marvin” is a history. A history of war and of family. A history of the collision of the raging politics of a global war, young love, patriotism, sacred family commitments, duty and the horrors and tragedies, the catastrophe that war is.

A reviewer explains: "I am a fan of historical fiction and this story did not disappoint. It was sweet, tragic, personal, and moving. Gradually and almost imperceptibly, the story of two wartime sweethearts begins circling the drain of a tragedy you know is coming. The book begins with the ending, but by the time you get there you have convinced yourself that it can't possibly be the case. I enjoyed every moment, even the ones that left me in tears.

The letters between Connie and Dean provided a fascinating glimpse into wartime life. Reading the experiences of people both at home and abroad was very engaging. I found myself eagerly awaiting the next letter, right along with the young couple!

Lastly, the book left me with an overwhelming acknowledgement of the universal trauma and tragedy of war. The Sherman’s are not the only family we meet in the book and the weaving together of several different narratives added a depth to the story that's hard to put into words.
I definitely encourage anyone to read this book, especially if historical novels are not something you typically read. This is a story about people and you won't want it to end.

Grab your copy of "They Called Him Marvin: A History of Love, War and Family by Roger Stark today!

Oh Daddy Chronicles by Barry Robbins

 

Oh Daddy Chronicles by Barry Robbins

 Can’t stand Trump? Love making fun of him? Well, this is the book for you.

***Gold Medal award winner for Fiction – Humor/Comedy in Readers’ Favorite 2021 International Book Awards***

Imagine if you could have eavesdropped on Donald Trump’s conversations in the Oval Office. That’s precisely what Oh Daddy Chronicles does in 46 skit-like episodes that have been described as Saturday Night Live on steroids. The conversations with his family, advisers, cabinet secretaries are fictitious, made-up, imagined… or are they? Just how demented, imbecilic, crass, self-centered, ridiculous does his side of those conversations have to be before you remember that Oh Daddy Chronicles is fiction?

You’ll laugh your butt off at this hilarious political satire, which former U.S. Senate Majority Leader Tom Daschle called “Well-written. Entertaining. Excellent political satire.” That’s Senate- speak for “darn funny.”

Reader reviews:

“What a creative and fun way of looking into the madness that was the Trump Administration.”

“Similar to a Saturday Night Live episode, it makes fun of everyone, especially President Trump. It gives answers to questions, like why the president wanted to use hydroxychloroquine and what happened with the Bible incident.”

“It’s a collection of SNL cold openings on steroids that read ‘exactly’ as if they were taken from real life transcripts.”

Rave reviews:

Anthony Avina – writer and blogger

— a one of a kind read that is not to be missed

— “Oh Daddy Chronicles” is the political satire many readers need and won’t be able to put down

Asher Syed – Reader’ Favorite

— At a time when there is very little to laugh about, Barry Robbins truly lifts a reader’s spirits with Oh Daddy Chronicles.

— The closest correlation I can make is to the play Spamalot, which drips with the same satire and silliness as the Oh Daddy Chronicles.

Cody Sexton – blogger

My initial plan for this book was to read a chapter or two a day until it was finished, but when I finally sat down to read it, and before I knew what happened, I found myself staring at the last page wishing there was more.

Jailyn Fierro

Essentially, the writing style was the shining star–it felt like I was watching an SNL skit–every episode is well thought out and even to the end of the epilogue Barry Robbins delivers with humor.

***Lex Allen*** – Readers’ Favorite

Perhaps we have in author Barry Robbins a new and more direct version of Douglas C. Kenney, cofounder of the National Lampoon magazine and the National Lampoon Radio Hour, or even the great writers who collaborated to produce the famous and hilarious British movie, The Life of Brian.

***This is Saturday Night Live, in written form, on steroids.***

Lucinda Clarke – Readers’ Favorite

This could be described as a Marmite book; you will either love it or hate it.

D Smith – the ABR book review woman

In a nutshell, Oh Daddy Chronicles by Barry Robbins is a carnival ride through the Trump administration era.

The author has a genius talent for making the ridiculous seem sublime, leaving you in stitches.

Steve Guarr

Barry may be a candidate to fill the spot left by Art Buchwald.

***Tom Daschle*** – former U.S. Senate Majority Leader

Well-written. Entertaining. Excellent political satire.

So, what are you waiting for? Let’s lampoon Trump together and “Make America Funny Again”. Click “Buy Now” to join in the fun today.

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Oh Daddy Chronicles was the Gold Medal Award winner for Humor/Comedy Fiction in the Readers’ Favorite 2021 International Book Awards, one of the largest book contests in the world.

Upscaling Life: A Pragmatist’s Guide to Setting and Achieving Personal Goals by Bert Bakker

 Upscaling Life: A Pragmatist’s Guide to Setting and Achieving Personal Goals by Bert Bakker

In Upscaling Life you will learn how to create a life plan and set personal goals the right way. The author developed a model for personal development based on highly successful growth models and strategies for the business world.

And every reader receives these downloadable growth models for FREE with every copy purchased.

The book explains the model for personal development in a clear, structured and practical way. Everyone at any point in their life can use these models, strategies and tips for self-growth.

Scientific studies are described to explain why setting personal goals work. And positive psychology concepts are used to tie it all together. This combined with tips & tricks on how to improve your journey towards goal success guarantees that you will find some elements to help you reach the life you envision.

By setting goals, we create a roadmap of toward where we want to go, and we discover the right way to get there. French philosophical giant Michel Foucault once said:

“I don’t feel that it is necessary to know exactly what I am. The main interest in life and work is to become someone else that you were not in the beginning.”

Book review:

Upscaling Life by Bert Bakker is a pragmatic guide to setting and achieving personal goals, and is a definite ‘must have’ self-help guide.  It is contagiously enthusiastic, motivating, encouraging and inspiring!  I can’t wait to recommend it to my family and friends.

I’ve always appreciated that saying… he who fails to plan, plans to fail, even so the amount of times I’ve actually sat down and drafted out a plan has been few and far between.  This is about to change, thanks to all the inspirational and methodical advice offered in this great book.

As a self-help guide it is both thorough and easy-to-read.  The steps to helping you achieve your planned goals are straight-forward and easy to follow, and come complete with spreadsheets to help you on your way.  I appreciate very much the first third of the book that gets the reader to look at themselves and discover/acknowledge their core values and life missions.  Without doing this first it is pretty impossible to set down life goals which should be aligned with our values.  To be clear, this is about putting you on the right path to recognizing what both your values and goals are, no one can actually help you accomplish your goals, only point you in the right direction so that you can recognize, record, and then set out to achieve them.  This book will focus you with easy-to-understand language, motivate, and inspire you.  But lastly, once you’re on course (if you’re like me) you will receive an element of peace of mind – which is priceless.  The appendix at the end of the book is a super resource.

Bert Bakker has poured years of practical application, and his personal drive to encourage others, into this wonderful self-help guide.  I have been completely inspired and invigorated with the desire to make plans and to change my life 1% at a time.  Upscaling Life by Bert Bakker is both educational and inspirational, and comes highly recommended by Artisan Book Reviews. Book Review written by T N Traynor for Artisan Book Reviews & Promotion.

Purchase Upscaling Life: A Pragmatist’s Guide to Setting and Achieving Personal Goals by Bert Bakker today!!

A Special Day: The Day Eid Met Christmas by Mahmoud Elzein

A Special Day: The Day Eid Met Christmas by Mahmoud Elzein (Author), Rania Hasan (Illustrator)

Do you believe in magic, the magic of kindness?
One special year, Christmas and Eid fell on the same day. And on that special day, two girls, Eva and Aya, discovered a magical friendship through the spirit of giving. Their generous acts of kindness inspire children to think of others regardless of social backgrounds and beliefs.

Book Review

A Special Day by Mahmoud Elzein is an exciting and magical story about two young girls who are each celebrating two very different, very joyful and special holidays: Christmas and Eid (which happen to fall on the same day this year!) The girls cross paths while shopping for gifts.  It is in a special quiet moment in a broken elevator when they realize that the wonderful holiday season finds them both encompassing the blissful spirit of love and kindness. Eva’s heart is overwhelmed with joy, and Aya feels such happiness when the girls decide to give their gifts to less fortunate orphans who won’t be receiving any presents for the holiday season! What a wonderful and generous idea they have! The girls’ mothers are so proud of them and their acts of kindness! 

This lovely, heartwarming book delivers a sweet and inspiring story that is sure to touch the hearts and minds of every child! I read this book to my own elementary aged children and they absolutely loved and adored the newly budding friendship between the two girls, Eva and Aya. They were captivated by the vivid and colorful illustrations that sparkle bright and show such magnificent detail and care on every big and bold page.

A Special Day by Mahmoud Elzein is a perfect celebration and example of the soul’s eagerness and sense of contentment that is found when performing charitable acts of good deeds and kindness to others in need.  I highly recommend this delightful book to every one of all ages looking for a splendid story about the magic of giving and the wonderment of making new friendships that will last a lifetime! A Special Day by is a wonderful must read book for every child and a perfect addition to every family’s book collection! Kids Lit Book Café highly recommends A Special Day: The Day Eid Met Christmas by Mahmoud Elzein. Book reviewed  by Beatrix Bloom for Kids Lit Book Café.

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Your Children Are Boring: or How Modern Parents Ruin Everything by Tom James

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Your Children Are Boring by Tom James

Your Children Are Boring: or How Modern Parents Ruin Everything by Tom James

“The funniest book of the year”

Are you sick of a society that seems obsessed with children? Do you find modern parents insufferable?

Your Children Are Boring is a uniquely humorous look at our culture’s obsession with children, a world where virtually every advert has a squawking child in it, where pubs are full of wailing infants, and where every other Facebook post is tagged #ProudDad.

Why do parents themselves behave like infants? Why having a child doesn’t make you less selfish, why it’s extremely unlikely that your child is in fact, ‘special’, and why modern parenting is ruining everything, not least the kids themselves.

All the answers lie within, and it’s your duty to read it.

Yes, Your Children Are Boring will make you laugh, but it’s much more than that. Once consumed you must take its teachings into the world and fix society. Or something. Oh and if you put ‘Dad’ or ‘Mum’ in your social media bios, this book is aimed at you.

An excerpt from Your Children Are Boring:

“There are more radical solutions available to us of course. I take my lead from the way we’ve societally turned smokers into pariahs at pubs. Let’s create family areas in the pubs! Imagine, roped off areas out the back, covered in sick, where the tables are made of plastic rather than wood, soundproofed so we don’t have to listen to you loudly slow-talking, or the baby crying. Or you could just go to McDonalds, which is where the kids want to be anyway.

And that’s another thing; does anyone think these kids want to go to a pub? They’re not renowned for their rides and pits of plastic balls. But perhaps that’s just a matter of time. We’ll inevitably infantilise getting smashed like we seem intent on doing to everything else.

You want it all don’t you, your spoilt little brain thinks, ‘I’ve had a child, but that doesn’t mean I should modify my life. I still want pub, so baby come to pub!’ Kids should be, and probably are, bored out of their tiny minds at pubs. It’s where grown-ups go to bitch about their friends’ new kitchen or boyfriend / girlfriend, not a playground, that’s why they’re full of glass, fruit machines and sharp edges.

If we can be a little melodramatic though, you’re a virus. You’re ruining pubs like you ruined football and the cinema, colonizing it like the most boring invading army in history armed with iPhones and Kleenex.”

Book Review:

Your Children Are Boring by Tom James is a blunt and hilarious work that examines and discusses the issues with modern parenting. It does not advocate for the neglect of children’s needs by their parents, rather, it aims at helping parents identify the dangers of a children-obsessed society where conversations and policies revolve around children.

Author, Tom James handles the misconceptions that modern parents have about their roles and the lives of child-free adults. As he moves from one chapter to the next, he includes sobering statistics, observations, and quotes from external sources that uncover real, concerning issues. He combines these with discussions that explore significant topics such as parental awareness and the dangers of helicopter parenting. In a discussion about how many parents are unknowledgeable about parenting, the book includes the findings of a recent study that asserts that a third of the eleven to eighteen-year-olds polled stated that they had asked their parents to stop checking their mobile devices. Included anecdotes, recent remarks, and social media posts further show the immensity of the issue. The book adopts a common sense, direct approach to handling the topics it covers that cuts through to specific issues. It also incorporates humor that makes its discussions entertaining and persuasive. Though most of the work’s findings are derived from the UK, its lessons are universal. For instance, it examines troubling trends such as the current society’s saturation with the mind-set of therapy that categorizes major emotional and behavioral difficulties with minor issues which makes children overly dependent on external emotional support.

Your Children Are Boring by Tom James is concise, thorough and tackles sensitive topics with tact, using humor to make the discussions lively and less confrontational. It also contains important lessons. While its approach may be considered harsh by those easily-offended, the significance of the lessons contained within this important book cannot be downplayed or dismissed. Your Children Are Boring by Tom James comes highly recommended!!

Buy Your Children Are Boring by Tom James today!

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Bay of Devils by Grahame Shannon

Bay of Devils by Grahame Shannon – Award Winning Author

Bay of Devils: A mystery letter from a doomed ship sparks an expedition to Alaska (Bay Mysteries) by Grahame Shannon

Sean Gray, sailor and amateur detective, teams up with clever waitress Cindy Lu to solve a fifty-year-old mystery of strange events and buried treasure in Thomas Bay Alaska, aka the Bay of Devils. In 1918 the SS Princess Sophia sank in Alaska with 350 souls aboard. All perished when the ship, stranded on Vanderbilt reef, slid off into deep water. Going through her father’s effects in 1968, Cindy finds an old flask. The message inside is from the doomed ship. She delivers it to the original address, which is nearby. Elizabeth Hadley, now in her seventies, reads the letter from her former suitor with excitement. She hires Sean to lead an expedition and unravel the mystery. He tracks down Cindy, and the chemistry between them is immediate. Lizzy introduces the crew of her 110-foot classic yacht Lady L, including Ajax, an acid-tongued parrot. With Cindy as cook, and Levi, a mysterious Israeli ex-soldier, providing security, Sean prepares for the voyage to Alaska. However, they aren’t alone. There are others after the booty, and they are willing to kill anyone who gets in their way. So, with pirates hot on their trail, will they find the treasure and unlock the secret behind the half-century-old mystery? Find out in Bay of Devils, from award-winning author Grahame Shannon. 

Book review:

With a great story and an excellent plot, Bay of Devils by Grahame Shannon is a rip-roaring nautical venture you won’t want to miss!  Epic adventure wrapped around a treasure hunt and a missing letter.

With a tantalizing forward, where Grahame Shannon announces that some aspects of the story are in fact true, we are left to determine which parts are fact and which are fiction.  Already, an air of mystery and excitement is created!  From the off-set I was hooked.  Shannon’s first-rate way of telling a story grabbed my interest.  With a humorous touch throughout this was simply a great read.  There were many laugh-out-loud moments but my belly-laugh came with the vows of an impromptu wedding at sea.  I won’t spoil it for you by telling it here, but the vows are simply a stroke of genius that had my shoulders shaking for several minutes.  I appreciated all the photos that added a certain authenticity to the story.

We are introduced to Sean Gray in 1968, aboard his yacht ‘Tangled Moon’ in Coal Harbor.  He is instantly likeable to the reader, but also to all the females he smiles upon!  A rascal maybe?  Well a goodhearted one anyway.  By not affording to take down the old sign from the premises he rents, which states ‘Anson Investigators’, he is somehow hired to find a missing chest that is mentioned in a letter that took fifty years to be delivered, to a woman called Elizabeth Hadley.  Up for an adventure, and definitely for some pay, Sean accepts the job.  The crew that go with him are all great characters, but stealing the lime-light for sure is Ajax the cocky parrot!  When petty thief Fingers Finnegan turns up dead on Sean’s boat the seriousness of the situation hits home.  The forth-coming enterprise would be a far cry from a walk-in-the-park… but then again, there would be romance, adventure and lots of good food!

Grahame Shannon tongue-in-cheek manner of storytelling delivers us a first-rate maritime escapade, one that I couldn’t stop reading until I reached the last page.  With excellent pace, remarkable descriptive narration and really great characters Bay of Devils by Grahame Shannon comes highly recommended by Artisan Book Reviews.

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Up Here by Jim Shomos - Book Review

 Up Here by Jim Shomos

Up Here by Jim Shomos

When you’ve had two dream marriages, choosing your eternal soulmate in heaven is one hell of a dilemma.

Can you have more than one soulmate at the same time?

After two blissful marriages are cut short by tragic circumstances, Peter’s own early entry to heaven fills him with skepticism. Peter soon faces an impossible choice: with both wives Up Here, which woman is his eternal soulmate?

Christina and Jane have their own issues to resolve, especially considering they were best friends. From two marriages made in heaven, all three now have one hell of a dilemma.

And with Peter’s mother Up Here, too … well, she’s got her opinion!

The debut novel from Australian film & TV pioneer Jim Shomos. Up Here is a unique love-triangle featuring two dynamic women and one roman-tic; it’s a feel-good exploration of a modern romantic dilemma that asks the age-old question: what if?

The most original romantic-comedy this century. Artisan Book Reviews.

A beautiful romantic-comedy about love, hope and courage. Alli Sinclair, Goodreads, 5-stars.

I love this quirky story. This will have you giggling. Blaise Van, Goodreads, 5-stars.

ABR’s review:

An eternal love-triangle, Up Here by Jim Shomos delves deep into what real love is with humorous results. It’s a beautiful, heartfelt and captivating romantic comedy.

Meet Peter, Jane and Christina, oh and mom of course!  I loved this book.  On one hand it’s airy and amusing; on the other it’s reflective and profound.  It’s definitely movie worthy, and I kept imagining what it would look like on the big screen.  The story starts when forty year old, jam-donut lover Peter, teeters on the verge of a new relationship with Jane.  It’s true romance as the two acknowledge they’re in love.  The trouble is, Christina has only been dead for five years and Peter is still mourning.  Taking the decision that Christina would want them to be happy they take the plunge and get married.  With guitars and a red convertible Mustang left to gather dust, Peter embarks on a new marriage full of love.  They say lightning doesn’t strike twice, but sometimes it does, and Jane is taken by brain tumors.  Peter is floored.  He’s been lucky to have the love of two wonderful women, and unlucky enough to have lost them both.  The crux of this tale hinges on my favorite line from the book: Who are you?  Until you know this, you can’t connect with a soul mate.  Heaven is meant to be wonderful, but when told he can only have one soul mate, who will Peter choose, Christina or Jane?  There is another line very poignant to the story: Closure is the most elusive ghost, you can sometimes see it, but never grasp it.  Life, death and love are all explored with skill and wit in this unique, imaginative romantic comedy.

Jim Shomos must have written this with a twinkle in his eyes.  With wonderful characters, a splendid storyline and a fabulous light touch, Up Here is as moving, as it is funny.  Up Here by Jim Shomos is a tender, thought-provoking, romantic comedy which comes highly recommended by Artisan Book Reviews. Book reviewed by T N Traynor for Artisan Book Reviews.

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Up Here by Jim Shomos
Published by Busybird Publishing on August 14, 2020
Genres: Contemporary Romance, Heartfelt Fiction, Humor & Satire, Romantic Comedy
Pages: 274
Format: Kindle, Paperback
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Move Over Shakespeare: Tales from The Baron by Billy J Barnum

Move Over Shakespeare: Tales from The Baron by Billy J Barnum

I am a direct descendant of the famous Phineas Taylor Barnum, aka P. T. Barnum, the Greatest Showman on Earth. The reaction of people that have heard or read this poetry is mind-blowing, to say the least. It has been compared to Shakespeare numerous times, which is a huge compliment. It is suggested that everyone, everywhere, should own a copy of this book from literary and English educators as well as high school and college students and anyone who loves to read. Some poems may make you profoundly think, while others may make you sad, some may make you laugh, and some are faith-based. The hope is that every poem you read will inspire and feed your imagination and leave you wanting to read more. Buckle up and get ready for a wild adventure coming. I honestly wouldn’t be surprised if just the first poem in the book is turned into a huge Hollywood movie!

Review:

The title Move Over Shakespeare, Tales from the Baron displays a certain je ne sais quoi.  Is the poet really comparing himself against the most famous sonnet writer of all times, and who is the Baron? Curious already simply from the title I’m ready to dive in and see what nuggets of truth or inspiration I might find, and to discover how tongue-in-cheek the title might be.

Though the spirit of poetry still enlightens many a poet, the standing in society of this most expression-filled form of communication, seems to be fading into history books.  It is a delight, therefore, when a new book of poetry comes before me.   I dove into the pages of Billy J Barnum’s book as one thirsty for something fresh, maybe even breathtaking.  Beauty is in the eye of the beholder of course, and never is that truer than when reading poetry.  I was not disappointed, for this is a bold poet who has opened his heart and mind and laid it before the world to peruse, digest and critique.

In every person and in men particularly, is a desire to be remembered.  For what is the point of all the pain, if there’s no gain? No love. No memory to claim. For me this life we live on Earth is but our school-days before going home.  Billy reflects on his life. What has he lost or gained? What beauty did he see, what lessons did he learn? More importantly, what can he leave behind? What wisdom can he pass on? For indeed there is a clear intent on forwarding on encouragement to any reader that comes across his poems. My favorite poem is My Hair, which displays the poet’s humorous look at himself.

Billy J Barnum is brave to bare his soul, to reveal his longing to be remembered. I found these poems insightful and reflective, and Billy might be pleased to know they opened my curiosity to know more, dig deeper. Should Shakespeare move over? I’ll leave that to you to decide, but I do believe that Billy has left his mark in time, and that’s what it’s all about after all.  Engrossing and thought-provoking Chick Lit Café is pleased to recommend Move Over Shakespeare: Tales from The Baron by Billy J Barnum.

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