Great Poets: Maya Angelou and Robert Frost

Many people ask me, who is my favorite poet. Maya Angelou hands down. Why you might ask, because I am charmed by her swag and enchanted with her words. As a child I would read her poetry and it was sensational words to my ears. Who is my second favorite poet, Robert Frost of course…. [Continue Reading]

Free Copy of Slopjar By Ingrid Jennings

Goodreads Book Giveaway Slopjar by Ingrid Jennings Giveaway ends September 07, 2012. See the giveaway details at Goodreads. Enter to win  

Have Mercy On My Soul

  The rain on my soul beats at my flesh. The torment in my heart feast on my organs. Lingering dreams crowding my presence, I see no tomorrow, have mercy on my soul. Show me a better way to move thought the dungeons of festering memories and decaying thoughts. Where is joy? Where is peace?… [Continue Reading]

Lioness

The king of the jungle, when I roar, you should bow. The king of the jungle. I feel no pain. My mane is superior. My head is held high. I am the king. I walk with might. I’m never scared of a fight. Behold my glory, it shines in the light. Guess my name, its… [Continue Reading]

Slopjar Book Review by African American Studies Teacher Stevie Glasspool

This particular book of poetry really reaches for the soul and takes a firm grasp of it long after the final pages have been turned. In my career, I have never come across a writing style quite as unique as Mrs. Jennings: it’s insightful, tear jerking, stays with you and touches the soul on so… [Continue Reading]