Urban Poetry

In The Gilded Auction Block, the acclaimed poet Shane McCrae considers the present moment in America on its own terms as well as for what it says about the American project and Americans themselves. In the audiobook’s four sections, McCrae alternately responds directly to Donald Trump and contextualizes him historically and personally, exploding the illusions of freedom of both black and white Americans. This is a moving, incisive, and frightening exploration of both the legacy and the current state of white supremacy in this country.

In the heart of New Orleans, where jazz melodies lace the air and mysteries hide behind every corner, lies an uncharted path—one of poetic tales and poignant musings. Through 67 Days, be transported to the vibrant streets of NOLA, a city where every dawn promises a new story, and every dusk holds a secret whisper. Week 5 beckons you with the intriguing dance of 'Experimental Certainty.' Dive deep into a world where the boundaries of the heart are tested, and the soul reaches out, seeking connections in an age of social distance. Amidst this urban landscape, discover tales of love, longing...

Ike Triplett has been writing for as long as he can remember. Since around the age of four, he scribbled words together to communicate his desires, something he had difficulty speaking aloud. Over the years, he continued to express himself in written form, such as poems and short stories. Now, he writes not only for himself but for others as well. He wants his writings to inspire readers to think critically about their reading. He also hopes that readers will start critically analyzing the world around them to see things in a new light and how they can be rectified, especially in their own ...

You will instantly connect to this compelling collection of poems about life – real life – and the day-to-day realities we face. The writer skillfully combines the elements of faith, history, culture, and a hint of urban flavor to tell stories, deal with current issues, motivate, and inspire. Without allusions, the poems are filled with intense emotional expression, vivid imagery, and unique rhythms. As you read, you will find words for your most intimate thoughts and feelings about God, relationships, love, lives that matter, struggles, domestic violence – life! On this soulful ...

Let yourself be taken on a journey by these deep and wonderful poems. This newest edition by renowned poet Helle Gade is as beautiful as it is vast. With poems addressing loss, longing, heartache, mental health, and imagination, this book will transport the listener to another world. Experience pure emotion while following the poet’s words, weaving through and plucking away at your heartstrings.

"A Visit From St. Nicholas" by Clement Clarke Moore: A father shares with his family what he learned from Santa's visit the night before. "An Urban Night Before Christmas" by Unknown: In a parody of "A Visit From St. Nicholas" by Clement Clarke Moore, Santa Claus makes a visit to a housing project in "da hood".

Love, Life, & Situations is a collection of poems and thoughts that was written in the course of the life of a young lady finding her way through young adult adolescence. Only a few selections were chosen to share on this journey, but out of the selections, each one has a special meaning or reflection of an obstacle, lesson, or betrayal that she encountered.

Kae Tempest's first full-length collection for Picador is an ambitious, multi-voiced work based around the mythical figure of Tiresias. This four-part work follows him through his transformations from child, man and woman to blind prophet; through this structure, Tempest holds up a mirror to contemporary life in a direct and provocative way rarely associated with poetry.

3-IN-1 BOOK Nights of Infinite Desire Welcome to the Nights of Infinite Desire—an erotic poetry and prose series where every forbidden touch, every desperate confession, and every sultry fantasy comes alive under the seductive cover of night. These books are an ode to uninhibited longing, fearless pleasure, and the secret, shivering connection between what’s dreamed and what’s truly done. Each volume in the series invites you deeper into a world where rules are meant to be broken, passion is worshiped, and surrender is inevitable: 1. Soaked in Midnight: Dripping with Want Dive into an...

In a parody of "A Visit From St. Nicholas" by Clement Clarke Moore, Santa Claus makes a visit to a housing project in "da hood".

Davant dels ulls del lector una plaça d’una gran ciutat sense nom i el tramvia que hi circula cobren vida. En aquest escenari minimalista es desenvolupa una història sobre les vides quotidianes i les passions ocultes dels seus residents. Tot el seu món el controla el personal invisible interessat només a maximitzar els beneficis i a infectar, amb un enfocament omnipresent, destructiu i improvisat, expressió de la seva arrogància, els residents i enverinar-ne les emocions.

Selected poems by Shannon Kernaghan take listeners on a journey that brims with all things lived, loved and lost. Her poetry pulls no punches and is alive with rhythm and movement. Fifty poems feature the challenges people face as they alter expectations throughout their lives. A swift-moving current of gritty reality propels her characters, whether willing participants or caught in an undertow.

Clint Lukas' kompromissloser Held geht malochen, obwohl er Arbeit scheiße findet, macht Filme, obwohl er Filmleute nicht ertragen kann, hält sich für einen Frauenversteher und hat trotzdem immer Streit mit ihnen. Woran das liegt, dass immer alles so kompliziert sein muss? An ihm wohl kaum. Findet er jedenfalls. Clint Lukas lebt seit seinem zwanzigsten Lebensjahr in Berlin. Er hat nichts studiert und keinen Beruf gelernt.

Manegolds Bühnentexte bereiten zugleich Unbehagen und Vergnügen. Sie erklären Sachverhalte, die man eigentlich gar nicht so genau verstehen will, und sind meistens eine virtuose Mischung aus Bundestagsrede, Ballade und Betroffenheitsbulimie. Nicht nur die Heimat als Wohnort oder Vaterland bekommt hier eine heiße Dusche. Denn Heimat kann auch Herkunft, Hort und Hafen sein, kann austeilen, sich festkrallen und prägen