IT'S IN THE PROOF! Indeed, is it ever in the proof! So, I excitedly opened the package from the printer which included a proof (a single, printed copy of the book for one final look-through before printing many more copies) of We the Mourners. I had a great WAH WAH. The cover looked downright awful.… Continue reading NEW COVER REVEAL & BOOK LAUNCH DETAILS!
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POEM A DAY – April 28
Risk (?) at risk in the monotony of dark-morning caregivingache out of bed, watch the dogs pee, shuffle to the sofahalf-sleep snuggle, the light of the rising sun on my facea passing kiss, fill the water bowls, scoop, scrape dog foodcrouch and watch the dogs eat, kettle boil water, ready thefrench press, pour coffee grounds… Continue reading POEM A DAY – April 28
WE THE MOURNERS JUNE RELEASE
I am thrilled to announce the forthcoming publication of my newest collection of poetry, We The Mourners! I am currently planning a local book launch in June as well as a small tour in midsummer. Stay-tuned for more information! I am taking pre-orders! Order you copy today by emailing me: shieldsvanessa@gmail.com. I'll add your name… Continue reading WE THE MOURNERS JUNE RELEASE
VANESSA SHIELDS 