Poetry Books
Love is Like a Rainbow: Poems of Love and Devotion
Love is Like a Rainbow: Poems of Love and Devotion
Love is Like a Rainbow: Poems of Love and Devotion
Love is...
...a reminder there is still hope in this world.
...a gentle whisper to guide you and give you strength in hard times.
...a never-ending bond that transcends death.
...a promise of forever when two people become one.
...a brand new day after life's most turbulent storm.
Love, romance and eternal devotion come to life and restrengthen a bond through the power of verse. With words written from the heart and speaking to the soul, Love is Like a Rainbow contains love poems to remind readers to "let love come in."
Songs of the Dead
Love is Like a Rainbow: Poems of Love and Devotion
Love is Like a Rainbow: Poems of Love and Devotion
Dawn Colclasure’s dark poetry collection, Songs of the Dead, is not only dark, but passionate. Anger, fear, hurt and betrayal run under the skin of this work and shine through especially bright in poems such as No Turning Back, Deep Within and I am Madness. Colclasure examines the dark side of human nature; murder, drug use, violence, insanity and isolation. But, beyond the tales of death and darkness there’s also a message of empowerment; the voice of someone who has taken too much, for too long and has finally had enough.
Songs of the Dead is a re-release of the chapbook Topiary Dreams, originally published in 2003 and, with more than twenty-seven new poems, it has more than earned the title “expanded”. Colclasure has a flair for prose, with lines such as “walk on the moon and hear the stars breathe,” (from Death Shows my Pain) and different poetry forms stop the reader from falling into a sing song rhythm of sameness and help to keep the collection fresh and interesting, page after page.
Dogs Forever! Poems for the Dog Person
Love is Like a Rainbow: Poems of Love and Devotion
Dogs Forever! Poems for the Dog Person
Dogs! Dogs! Big dogs, little dogs, funny dogs and lazy dogs! No matter what kind of dog in your life, you’ll find a poem that describes your furry friend in DOGS FOREVER, a mini book of poems that celebrate the bond between human and canine that only a dog lover would know.
Follow That Dream
Satyrs Are Cool: Poems of Mythological Creatures
Dogs Forever! Poems for the Dog Person
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“Follow that dream.” Take a few moments to read poems meant to seek refuge from the harsh realities of life, from pain, confusion and loneliness. Allow these poems to take you on a journey of wherever your imagination may lead you. The poems in this book share coming-of-age struggles and the fantasies created in order to offer a temporary escape from the real world.
Satyrs Are Cool: Poems of Mythological Creatures
Satyrs Are Cool: Poems of Mythological Creatures
Satyrs Are Cool: Poems of Mythological Creatures
Goblins, vampires, Cyclops and a zombie bodyguard! If you enjoy mythology or reading about Mythological creatures, Satyrs Are Cool will show these creatures and others in a new light through verse.
Touched by Fire
Satyrs Are Cool: Poems of Mythological Creatures
Satyrs Are Cool: Poems of Mythological Creatures
"Burn victim." The term is applied as though someone who has come through the flames will now and always be a "victim." For anyone who has been touched by fire, a transformation takes place and life takes on new meaning and new challenges that will inspire courage, self-acceptance and hope. The poems in this book are about how one "burn victim" transformed herself into a "burn survivor." To survive the flames and bear the scars of a fiery ordeal means a life of struggle, seclusion, fear and a desire to be accepted by others. But in the end, one must be able to get past all of this, find the strength to hold their head high and face the world as a burn survivor who can stand strong..
April Showers
Remember the Soldier
Remember the Soldier
To many, the month of April is known as National Poetry Month. But April also brings Earth Day, National DNA Day and the ever-dreaded Tax Day! April Showers was written during National Poetry Month of 2013, in which one poet wrote at least one poem a day that captured everything she read, saw and experienced in verse, as well as celebrating April's special days.
Remember the Soldier
Remember the Soldier
Remember the Soldier
They have fought in wars and they have fought on the frontlines. They are the soldiers who stepped up and risked it all to fight for our country. Remember the Soldier is a collection of poems honoring the men and women in uniform who have left behind their homes and families to bravely defend our country, as well as the veterans who served.
Yesterday's Words
Remember the Soldier
Yesterday's Words
Yesterday's words are like butterflies on the wind. The moments we capture with words kept within our hearts. The good moments, the bad moments, the sad moments and the moments that touch the soul. The little things that we see, hear and experience that make us think, Yes, life is like that. These snapshots from life have been captured into verse.
Wandering Soul
Poems for the Grieving Heart
Yesterday's Words
For some people, home is the wide open road, where they feel the call to travel or explore the road not taken. For these wandering souls, their life is about journeying from one place to another and seeing the world for all of its beauty. Wandering Soul is a collection of poems capturing that vagabond spirit and the experience of travel. The poems in this book are meant for anyone who answers the call of the road, or who yearns to explore unknown territory.
Seasonal Songs
Poems for the Grieving Heart
Poems for the Grieving Heart
The seasons of the year can bring so much happiness, joy and magic into our lives. From the snowy hills of winter to the falling leaves of autumn, the new life of spring and lazy days of summer, the seasons are times for enjoyment and gratitude. Seasonal Songs celebrates the seasons with poems that will bring back happy memories and embrace the beauty of the changing times of the year.
This book is mainly written for children but can be enjoyed by readers of all ages. It includes color illustrations by my children, Jennifer and Jesse Wilson..
Poems for the Grieving Heart
Poems for the Grieving Heart
Poems for the Grieving Heart
Grief changes people and it takes people through a myriad of emotions, feelings and experiences. From the angst of losing a loved one to the helplessness, shock, confusion and sadness of loss, grief can have lasting emotional effects that can turn a person's world inside out and upside down. The poems in this book are a reflection of the grieving experience and put into words our attempts to honor and remember those we have lost.
Dream World
Ramblings and Misgivings
Ramblings and Misgivings
When we enter the dream world, anything can happen. We visit amazing worlds, visit with lost loved ones, indulge in fantasies, and live another life. Dreams have captured the imagination and inspired us for centuries, and the great mystery of what dreams are pull us to them even more. From the fantastic to the mundane, dreams are a great escape, as well as a source of comfort, pleasure, excitement and wonder.
Ramblings and Misgivings
Ramblings and Misgivings
Ramblings and Misgivings
Truth is a bitter pill to swallow. Most people prefer to live in ignorance, believe their own lies or follow the blind masses. We numb ourselves through addiction and self-sabotage. The poems in this book capture our attempts to escape reality, as well as our attempts to keep truth alive.
Savage World
Ramblings and Misgivings
We Will Never Have Enough Days
In America, there is the "State of the Union" annual address. This collection of poems is more of a "State of the World" address -- a report of all of the things going on in the world hurting both the planet and those who inhabit it, all taken from the headlines of news media. Homelessness, animal abuse, greed, domestic violence, discrimination, religious wars, bullying, lies, oppression and outrage; these are what make up the world that we live in today. Gathered in this book are poems that force the reader to look at these issues up close, with the goal that perhaps something can be done, change can be made, and hope for humanity can be restored.
We Will Never Have Enough Days
We Will Never Have Enough Days
We Will Never Have Enough Days
We will never have enough days to do all the things we want to do and see all the places we want to see. This gift of life is ours to cherish and to get as much out of as we can. While we are on our journey, we can choose to do good things or do bad things. In the end, the life we choose to live and create will stand testament to what we leave behind. And meanwhile, we can allow life to pass us by, or get out there and live our lives to the fullest. Enjoy the days you have, for they are only so many.
The House That Madness Built
We Will Never Have Enough Days
The House That Madness Built
Within the pages of this chapbook, you will delve into the profound and harrowing journey of author Dawn Colclasure. Her collection of confessional poems is a reflection of the darkest chapters of her life. Dawn's narrative unfolds from the haunting echoes of a turbulent childhood marred by abuse and violence to the heart-wrenching betrayal of trust through sexual assault. Through her verses, you will bear witness to the moments when hopelessness eclipsed the possibility of a brighter future, prompting her to grapple with thoughts of self-harm. As a survivor of severe burns, Dawn endured relentless bullying and painful rejection, ultimately leading to a profound sense of low self-esteem, self-hatred, and the suffocating embrace of depression. "The House That Madness Built" stands as a testament to a life entrenched in turmoil, a life that spiraled into the depths of alcoholism and despair. Yet, it is also a story of resilience, redemption, and the stark moment of reckoning when Dawn was forced to confront her addictions. This collection takes you on an exploration of her choices between life and death, a profound and transformative odyssey that paints a striking portrait of the human spirit's enduring will to survive.
Only In My Dreams
We Will Never Have Enough Days
The House That Madness Built
Step into the enchanting realm of 'Only In My Dreams, ' a collection of 49 mesmerizing poems. These verses offer a window into the profound influence of reverie, which has played an extraordinary role in the author's life. From visions that glimpse the future to ethereal encounters with love and solace, this poetic odyssey is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit. 'Only In My Dreams' invites you to close your eyes and embark on a voyage of hope, inspiration, and the limitless possibilities found within the world of slumber. Discover the enchantment within your own nocturnal journeys as you immerse yourself in this captivating exploration of the dreamscapes that shape our lives.
TERRORS
Tarnished Heart
A Tiny Light
Introducing "Terrors: Holiday Horror Poetry" by Dawn Colclasure-an exciting journey into the spooky unknown. This amazing collection of poems explores eerie moments when you feel like something is watching or when chilling things lurk in the shadows. Have you ever heard of night terrors? This book has a poem about them that will make you think. But wait, there's more! Dive into poems about monsters like zombies, vampires, and werewolves. Brace yourself for holiday horror with special poems for Halloween, Thanksgiving, Krampusnacht, and Christmas. Did you know there's a funny idea that "Santa" might be a misspelling of "Satan"? These poems are all in good fun and meant to give you a delightful shiver! So, if you're a fan of spooky stories and poems that add a touch of fear (but in a totally awesome way), "Terrors" is the perfect read for you. Dawn Colclasure's words are like magic that will make you glance over your shoulder and check under your bed. Beware of unexpected knocks at your door - you never know what might be on the other side. Read if you dare and have a fantastically chilling time!
A Tiny Light
Tarnished Heart
A Tiny Light
There are hardships in life that can drive people over the edge -- and, in the author's case, it drove her to alcoholism. The poems in this book capture just some of the things that kept the author trapped in her addiction. She eventually broke free of addiction, made peace with her past and present, and found a tiny light within herself that gave her the strength to carry on as a stronger person free of the chains of alcoholism.
Tarnished Heart
Tarnished Heart
The Power of Words
Love exists in many forms: Obsessive love, long-distance love, unrequited love and dream love. There are also many painful experiences from loving another, from being taken for granted, the heartache of breaking up, living with the love for another who has moved on, the longing when loving someone in a dream, and love that has lost its passion. These poems are a reflection of such experiences that all came from the author's past, all resulting, in the end, of creating a tarnished heart.
The Power of Words
The Power of Words
The Power of Words
Poems celebrating the wonder, beauty and the power of words that are written, either through prose or poetry. If you are a writer who has experienced the sheer joy, sense of peace and excitement which only writing can bring, then you know the power of words. Sitting down to write offers the writer and the poet an escape from the brutalities of reality. Writing gives us a chance to explore our imagination, inform others, and know ourselves better. Whether you write prose or poetry, these poems will show just how meaningful it is to be able to write.
Meditating Heart
The Power of Words
Meditating Heart
Take some time to reflect and renew your faith with Christian poetry. Meditating Heart shares poems of devotion, faith and guidance to God and how turning to the Lord can help in troubled times. As we grapple with so much struggle, fear, worry, confusion and pain in this world, our faith can be shaken to the core. We may lose hope or we may start to doubt our faith. Meditating Heart contains poetry and musings which will help you find solace in your faith and renew your closeness to God.
Watch This Space
The Power of Words
Meditating Heart
Through a captivating blend of evocative language and vivid imagery, Colclasure takes readers on a journey through the myriad landscapes of COVID and its impacts on society. From the darkest depths of despair to the radiant heights of joy, each poem in "Watch This Space" is a testament to the resilience of the spirit.
With profound insight, Colclasure delves into themes of health, love, loss, hope, and redemption. Whether reflecting on personal struggles or advocating for social change, her words resonate with authenticity and compassion, leaving an indelible impact.
"Watch This Space" transcends being a mere collection of poems; it is a profound exploration of the experience amidst a pandemic. With each turn of the page, readers are drawn deeper into the labyrinth of emotion, emerging with a newfound appreciation for the beauty and complexity of a sickness.
Nature Therapy
Nature Therapy
Nature Therapy
A gentle reminder of the solace and inspiration that nature offers, and a perfect escape from the noise.
In "Nature Therapy," Dawn Colclasure crafts a collection that's both raw and refreshingly earnest. Her poetry, like a breath of crisp morning air, taps into an almost primal connection to the natural world. Colclasure's verses offer a genuine experience of the seasons shifting and the earth's quiet, persistent rhythms.
Reading this collection feels like wandering through a serene, untouched landscape—each poem is a snapshot of the simple yet profound beauty that often goes unnoticed. Colclasure doesn't just write about nature; she invites you to feel it, to revel in its purity and to recognize its relentless resilience.
"Nature Therapy" is more than just a series of poems; it's an invitation to reconnect with the world outside our windows.
Other
Nature Therapy
Nature Therapy
Woman. Asexual. Disabled. Neurodivergent. Witch.
Take your pick. Any one of those labels can mean rejection, punishment, judgment and even death.
We live in a society where women's bodies are no longer their own to do with as they please. Where religious fanaticism continues to persecute and even murder anyone who is not of the same faith. Where people with disabilities are constantly looked down upon while fighting against an ableist society. Where a highly sexualized population harasses and shames anyone who does not wish to have sex.
other is a short collection of poems from one such person who is all of those things, who speaks with a voice crying out for equality and acceptance.
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