by Liz Newman | Jul 17, 2018 | Reviews
A Review of “My Sober Little Moon” by Jon Lupin, The Poetry Bandit (Review written by Liz Newman) “My Sober Little Moon” by Jon Lupin aka “The Poetry Bandit” is a poetry collection that delves into topics such as alcoholism, love, family, and hope. It is a...
by Liz Newman | Jun 26, 2018 | Reviews
Tender. Moving. Refreshing. These are just a few of the words that come to mind upon reading The Day is Ready for You. Alison Malee crafts each poem with skill and intention. An expert in storytelling, she beautifully weaves together a collection of vivid imagery and...
by Liz Newman | Jun 8, 2018 | Reviews
In her second poetry collection, Melody Lee builds upon the poetic voice we have all come to love, while also evolving in “Vine” with an increased focus on fantasy, inspiration, and passion. The book is divided into sections of vines: clematis, honeysuckle, jasmine,...
by Liz Newman | May 21, 2018 | Reviews
“I think it’s time for them to see, the masterpiece of a woman I write myself to be. – for she is artwork and glory.” This piece prefaces the collection, and it is the perfect introduction to the work as a whole. The collection feels very much like a tribute to...
by Liz Newman | May 9, 2018 | Reviews
“Inhale my love, exhale your pain.” This excerpt from “Beautifully Damaged Things” is a perfect representation of the collection as a whole. The book explores love and loss, passion and pain, and everything in between. You are drawn in from the start with the cover...
