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Swift dispatch
Reluctant Surrender and other poems
Imagine yourself entranced in a dance. A startling yet introspective twirl into the inner self. Confronting unpleasant realities masked as metaphors.
All while grappling to tame the fierce spirit residing in our capricious hearts. Like a soul set on fire simultaneously thawing in ice. Consumed by passion, depravity and spurts of virtue.
A collection of poems scrutinizing the nature of love, addiction and other malevolent elements that make slaves out of men. Rendering one powerless as they succumb in slow, inevitable reluctant surrender.
Beyond the Morning
Beyond the Morning touches on real life facets and their modulation on the rhythm of life. It has themes (life, death, loneliness, setbacks, success and more) that punctuate daily experiences across spaces (rural and urban), age (young and old), gender (men and women) and more.
What others say
“The author’s themes are clearly expressed in the context, as they soothe a wounded soul!” -Wilson Oluoch.
“Beyond the Morning is an epitome of art, the very repository of human soul. It contains gems of philosophy and snatches of lyric rhythm artistically put and laced with beautiful syntax. Grab a copy and enjoy a mouth- watering menu of poems resplendent in imagery” - Patrick Okoyo Awino, Journalist, Communications specialist & Media scholar.
Lightning In A Bottle by Enock Khapoya
The Black Facade by Rowland Lukano
The Black Facade is a poetry collection that seeks to address the deceptive nature of humankind in all spheres and the silver lining that shines hope on the rather hopeless. Presenting a society marked by a cocktail of smiles and frowns, Lukalo seemingly divides his poems into three groups; the first group addressing the political gimmicks in the contemporary society. The second group addresses the hiccups that lace the sweet experience that love is. Lastly, Lukalo has given a masterpiece of poems cleverly cutting across the social issues that are not uncommon in our society today. The question one asks is; how truthful are we in the pursuit of happiness and wellbeing of ourselves and others? And, are happy endings really existent?
About The Poet
Lukalo was born in September, 1994 in Simatwet, Nandi County, Kenya. He is the lastborn in his family. He attended Kaptik Primary School and Kaptik Mixed Day Secondary School both in Vihiga County. He later joined Moi University where he graduated in 2019 with a bachelor's degree in Education-Arts (English/Literature). He is currently a teacher of English and Literature.
His passion for writing began as early as when he was a form 2 student when he started doing short stories and poems. None of these was published though. He later started his blog, The People's Beacon, in 2016 which he uses to write poems and articles addressing social rights.
Lust of My Ink by Patrick Lavince
WHISPERS OF LOVE: Poems for my belove...
Whispers of Love ~Poems for my Beloved Daughter" is a heartwarming and deeply personal collection of poems written by a loving parent for their cherished daughter. Each poem captures the special bond between a parent and child, filled with heartfelt emotions, hopes, and dreams. With beautiful words and evocative imagery, this book explores the many facets of love, from the joyous moments to the challenges and growth that comes with it.
"Whispers of Love" is a touching tribute to the unconditional love that parents have for their children, and would be a heartfelt gift for anyone looking to express their love and appreciation for their own loved ones
King Bure is Dead by Alexander Nderitu
INVALID: crippled in the mind by Eve ...
The INVALID is a collection of poetry on diverse themes, all centred around the issue of mental health. It talks about love, pain, healing, darkest thoughts and desires that none would dare talk about. Every poem, each word, each alliteration and each rhyme expressing a different state, a different emotion and a different phase. It has captivating allegories that will leave you questioning, reminiscing and looking at life in a whole new perspective!
Mines and Mind Fields: The Spoken Word
"These poems especially speak to a number of related realities in Kenya and other countries in the African continent; they speak about a people with ingenuity and yet forced to make tough choices because of hard economic and political conditions; they speak of an evolving culture, shaped by everyday realities of life and the ingenuities of survival. The mixture of languages and slang also give the poems an interesting immediacy and life."
- Mwenda Ntarangwi, Sociology Professor
"She is one of the most respected female poets in Nairobi today". The Sunday Nation writer Joseph Ngunjiri says of Njeri, "Njeri Wangari has a powerful voice, and she knows how to put it to good use. Whenever she takes to the podium to recite a poem, she has her enthusiastic audience applauding all the way. "
-Sunday Nation 8 February 2009. - Kenya's Leading newspaper.
"The poems bring a lot into perspective; and give me a thing or two to think about. ... Very nice ..."
- - Cee- A Kenyan Blogger
"I have had a hearty laugh reading Maisha Ya Hawker, got the tears to prove it :-) You just topped Women Behaving Badry and I love it! Your expression is amazing Njeri. I can't wait to see you perform this one."
- Ndanu - Performance Poet
"I must admit these are lovely poems. I have been following your blog for a while and it is very inspiring and informing. I am a poet and run the blog Two Hours Before. Your blog actually inspired me to do it also and I must tell you that your work is excellent. I will keep tuned and hopefully will get an opportunity to meet you and may be attend your performances."
- Simon Mwangi Muthiora - Blogger and Poet
Flowers on the Moon by Billy Chapata
Brief Summary
Social media sensation Billy Chapata shares insight and advice into the powerful world of love, heartbreak, and what comes next. This collection of poetry and prose will justify heartache and inspire the fortitude to survive and prosper.
From Chameleon Aura author Billy Chapata comes his second major poetry collection, Flowers on the Moon. Chapata presents his signature blend of experience and advice through a chaptered series of prose and poetry.
Filled with the familiar themes of love, loss, resilience, and growth From Chameleon Aura but with fresh poems and new advice, his touching narrative celebrates humanity for its undeniable worth, and this collection will leave readers warm with hope for growth, rebirth, and, most prominently, self-acceptance.
Pace in Poetry is a poetry anthology ...
Brief Summary
Pace in Poetry is a poetry anthology that has notes, KCSE sample papers, a marking scheme and extra practice activities.
This book introduces learners to poetry at Form 1 and advances through, Form 2, 3 and finally, Form 4 with sample KCSE level poems and questions with a marking scheme and suggestions on how to answer and score all the marks in poetry.
Apart from the usual poetry Pace in Poetry tackles oral poetry too. This book can be used to teach/learn and also be used as a revision tool by students. It is a must-have book for all secondary school students.
Sibuor; An African Love Story
What We Keep, What We Become
What We Keep, What We Become, is an immersive collection of poems that heavily lean on emotions; as good poetry should. The collection is clustered into four chapters arranged in gradual and chronological order in terms of their intensity.The poems explore the themes of identity, becoming, loss, heartbreak, memory, musing and introspections, and definitely also camps on themes of love and beauty.
Ushairi Taanusi: Diwani ya Mashairi b...
This is a collection of short, interesting and educative Swahili poetry, reminding any Swahili speaker of the past morals and norms that used to be core in the upbringing of a child. If you really want to dive back into what our grandparents used to narrate to us, then "Ushairi Taanusi" is the best book to choose from the shelves.
OF US by Moses Kiptoo
We’ve all seen the headlines.
They leave questions we don’t have answers to.
They refuse to leave our heads.
This book is for all of us navigating these tough times.
Perfect books are boring
I do not have answers
I'm no Messiah to fix or heal or rescue
I just want to say,
"I see you. I know. You are not alone as you feel"
I deeply believe, a people who can still imagine better days are not defeated.
With love, Mr.66th.
Library of Poetic Heritage by Nichola...
Library of Poetic Heritage (LOPH) is the story of the identity and the root of the black human constellation. It is equally the celebration of pure authentic African Art and all its heritage.
Library of Poetic Heritage encompasses poems that touch on every day human experiences. It is an embodiment of both logic and Philosophy (LOPH). The first four sections of this book speak about spirituality, inspiration and motivation, love, cultural heritage and social matters respectively. In addition, the last section is dedicated to quotes and deep thoughts which take the reader on a journey of self reflection. LOPH is not only dedicated to literature enthusiasts, but everyone because it is a song that speaks directly to the soul, and luckily everyone has one.