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The definitive collection of works on a subject that inspired and haunted Charles Bukowski for his entire life: alcohol. Charles Bukowski turns to the bottle in this revelatory collection of poetry and prose that includes some of the writer’s best and most lasting work. A self-proclaimed...

What is the aftermath of sexual abuse? A shattered sense of self, ruptured relationships, and deserted dreams. Join Innocence on her journey as she walks wounded, turns wounds to wisdom, and resurrects dreams.

Goethe was the inventor of the psychological novel, a pioneer scientist, great man of the theatre and a leading politician. As A. N. Wilson argues in this groundbreaking biography, it was his genius and insatiable curiosity that helped catapult the Western world into the modern era. A N. Wilson tackles the life of Goethe with characteristic wit and verve. From his youth as a wild literary prodigy to his later years as Germany’s most respected elder statesman, Wilson hones in on Goethe’s undying obsession with the work he would spend his entire life writing – Faust.

Step into the vivid, paradoxical world of G. K. Chesterton—where saints dance with skeptics, riddles reveal truth, and the ordinary becomes extraordinary. Best known for his wit and philosophical insight, Chesterton’s poetry is a rich blend of humor, faith, social commentary, and fierce imagination. From the rousing rhythms of “Lepanto” to the introspective depth of “The Ballad of the White Horse”, this curated selection showcases Chesterton’s signature style: playful yet profound, grounded yet soaring.

Sir John Betjeman’s unique relationship with the BBC left a lasting legacy of poetry, readings and performances. A First Class Collection features a selection of some of his most memorable and best-loved poetry. Betjeman was one of the best-known and loved Poet Laureates and over a hundred...

I just read poems (Mostly at midnight).

Poetry written and read by South African Goodreads Author, Stuart Brkn Johns. An Author of numerous Poetry books. Twitter/Goodreads/TikTok @stuartbrknjohns Just a lover of all forms of poetry, sometimes controversial sometimes Roses and Dandelions.

This is a memoir as wry, funny, moving and vivid as its inimitable subject himself. This audiobook, read by the author, will be a joy for both lifelong fans and for a whole new generation. John Cooper Clarke is a phenomenon: Poet Laureate of Punk, rock star, fashion icon, TV and radio presenter...

Shahid is widely regarded as one of the finest poets from the Indian subcontinent, and his works are read across the world, touching millions of lives. A pioneer of ghazal writing in English, he wrote extensively about loss, nostalgia and home. A witness to the conflict that ravaged his homeland...

Welcome to a world set to the ever-changing rhythms of an artist's life In Chasing Down the Dawn, recording artist, actress, and bestselling author jewel opens her intimate journals to create a vivid montage of the people, places, and relationships that colored the life she came from and have...

In a Proffesionalism in stories for horror and creepy stories, but now are poetic. by a known well group of people.

#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER A book like no other, I Am Maria weaves Shriver’s hard-earned wisdom with her own deeply personal poetry. I Am Maria reminds readers there is strength and love on the other side of all of our hardest days. I Am Maria is a powerful collection of Maria Shriver’s...

Following the death of his little sister and the publication of his New York Times best-selling memoir The Little Way of Ruthie Leming, Rod Dreher found himself living in the small community of Starhill, Louisiana, where he grew up. But instead of the fellowship he hoped to find, he discovered that fault lines within his family had deepened. Dreher spiraled into depression and a stress-related autoimmune disease.

Margaretta Matilda Odell's 1834 Memoir and Poems of Phillis Wheatley is the only substantive early source on Wheatley's life. Phillis Wheatley (ca. 1753-1784) is considered the first African American poet to write for a transatlantic audience, and her Poems on Various Subjects, Religious and Moral (1773) kindled debates about race.

From the wild imagination of Tyler Gaca, also known as TikTok's Ghosthoney, comes a beautiful compendium of poems, personal stories, and vignettes that explore magic, queerness, Tyler’s unique story, and the enchantment and comfort to be found in the weird, the dark, and the different. In this...

A podcast exploring life’s ups, downs and everything in between, hosted by accidental poet Jan Brierton. Jan's guests; a mix of well-known names and ‘ordinary’ people with extraordinary stories, join her in studio as she reads new poems and favourites from her book 'What Day Is it? Who Gives a F ck' Just like Jan's poems , the conversations are open, honest and unreserved, covering everything from love, parenting, not fitting in and being perfectly imperfect!

Pilgrims' Poems Podcast comforts, challenges and cheers you on the journey of Christian faith through Spoken Word Poetry. Join in these mini-adventures of faith and fun to gain practical insights as you navigate through the ups and downs, and stay the course to victory in Christ. With themes that you can relate to, there are brand new episodes every Friday. Each piece flows for you in Leah's signature style of substance with simplicity. What will you discover? Leah Akinlonu invites you; let's get flowing!

The Po' Some Mo' Poems Podcast is about Tee Dee's self-healing journey with Jesus Christ while living out her everyday life head-on by implementing poetry, artistic aids, affirmations, and prayers through sharing her personal life lessons. Encouraging the world to start the conversation.

Annabelle Aisha Madeline- is free spirited angel baby - that her mom was passionate about, and now she is in heaven with the rest of the baby Angel. In the USA - individual has the freedom of speech and expression- as long people name weren't mentioned - if you feel the characters and the description fit your personality that isn't my problem. If my 1st admendment right as US Citizen is being violate - I am planning to sue for $100 Billion for my right and my Angel Baby Right as well Annabelle Aisha.

First recorded in February of 1952, this remastered recording of Dylan Thomas reading A Child’s Christmas in Wales recalls all of the sights, smells, and sounds of a long-ago Christmas. Thomas’s wonderful recollection of this holiday in the seaside town of his youth is captured in this vivid...