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Hard Pressed is OUT!

January 8, 2022 Lisa Tomey-Zonneveld

Hard Pressed, LaVan Robinson’s latest book of prose poetry is now available. You can get your copy on Amazon.com

Hard Pressed is a book of poetry by LaVan Robinson. A seasoned poet who has several poems and books published; this is the book of books. What makes life hard? What is pressing on the mind? What are the concerns in society that keep us up at night? It is hard, in a society driven by fear, to find ways to resolve issues. It takes open, honest communication with those whom we live close, with our daily contacts, with the authorities, and the powers of us. We the people of this society can make choices to enact change. This can be through several means. Hard Pressed – flavors of a society through the eyes of humanity explores and offers poetic prose thoughts of the poet.

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Book Release! You Are the Poem by Jill Sharon Kimmelman

November 8, 2021November 21, 2021 Lisa Tomey-Zonneveld

I am happy to report that You Are the Poem has been released as of TODAY!

What is You Are the Poem?

From the Author, Jill Sharon Kimmelman: Welcome to You Are the Poem, a three-themed collection of poetry, Timeless Love, An Eclectic Mix & Looking Back: inspiration & wisdom gained from my poetic journey.

A gift of my heart, poems of celebration, joy, hope, bonds of precious friendship & sisterhood, bridges built with our love language, a treasure for passionate foodies & photographers!

What are others saying?

Kind Words:

Jill Sharon Kimmelman is an outstanding poet & writer. I respect her writing skills so much.
Her poetry style has motivated me to give more than my best to my reading audience.
On the other hand, Jill & Tim are a blessing as members of our extended family over the seas in Africa, Nigeria.
The world & poetry communities are about to welcome a gift from the heart of this noble poet.

Richard O. Ogunmodede, Author of Dual Existence & Poet
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Poetries are powerful spoken words, often sound like enchantment, they have the power to bring people closer together.

I’m proud to be a noble poet. It is the bond that connected me to my dear mentor, Jill Sharon Kimmelman. Her wealth of experience has enriched my poetry. Age, color, distance is never a consideration in our unique relationship.

Elizabeth O. Ogunmodede, Nigerian teen author of two books & poet.

To you, the reader of You Are the Poem:

May you find inspiration, joy, love, laughter, & words that resonate with the soul. For Jill Sharon Kimmelman writes from a place in which even the deepest abyss can feel. Touching on subjects that enlighten, strengthen, & embrace the core being within… Her words always bring sincere smiles to the heart. I am honored to know her not only as a poet sister, but as my friend.

Lynn Long
Internationally Award-Winning Poet & Photographer, Founder of Poetic Musings Ezine
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To the author: Jill, in my humble opinion, you can sit beside Amanda Gorman & the other greats—same height & stature without a doubt! Your expressions are second to none.

The literary world is in for a treat with Jill Sharon Kimmelman’s You Are the Poem. Jill’s authentic voice had me at Hello! The first time I heard Jill recite one of her poems, I was moved to tears. Jill Sharon Kimmelman opens her soul & takes you on a three-dimensional journey.
Every delightful poem is a story that you willingly embrace. Whether happy or sad, every expression is uplifting in its own way. Your senses will rejoice when you experience the voice of Jill Sharon Kimmelman & see her beautiful pictures serve as perfect complements. In my humble opinion, You Are the Poem is a masterpiece.
Zaneta Varnado Johns
Zaneta Varnado Johns is a 2-time bestselling author & poet with her publications, Poetic Forecast & Voices of the 21st Century; Her poems appear in international anthologies & poetry publications.
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When Jill Sharon Kimmelman writes she wields her magic pen producing some of the finest poetry I have ever had the pleasure to read. She never fails to mollify all my senses capturing in me the lover, the protector of family, the great admirer of life with her extraordinary visuals & use of language. She has a grand view of life, & it shows in her works. She is nothing short of inspiring!

To Jill: Your language is symphonic! Your visuals are elegant! I absolutely LOVE everything about this!

Tammy Hendrix, a former poetry editor for Mind’s Eye magazine & is, along with her administrators, the force behind Dreamer’s Café on Facebook. She is currently working on her first book titled: Throne of the Dead King.

How do you get a copy?

US https://www.amazon.com/dp/1736562045
UK https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/1736562045
DE https://www.amazon.de/dp/1736562045
FR https://www.amazon.fr/dp/1736562045
ES https://www.amazon.es/dp/1736562045
IT https://www.amazon.it/dp/1736562045
JP https://www.amazon.co.jp/dp/1736562045
CA https://www.amazon.ca/dp/1736562045
AU https://www.amazon.com.au/dp/1736562045

Jill Sharon Kimmelman’s Web Link

We will have a BOOK LAUNCH on November 13 at 2 p.m. ET (New York time)

Learn more about the book launch here:

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Evening Falls

April 29, 2021 Lisa Tomey-Zonneveld

Evening Falls

evening falls and so do I
into sleep, early in the night
mother nature says “good night”
controls are remote, out in the sky

sonnets clear the worries now
today will turn into tomorrow
just about when my eyes may wiggle
my muse comes to me with a giggle

morning calls me up to write
I bid goodbye to this last night
for today, I will stay on task
another sweet evening is all I ask

This is from the daily prompt of Write Better Poetry

You can also read my poetry on Medium by clicking HERE

What’s coming soon? Silver Linings…stay tuned!

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Poet Talk with Timo Schmitz + a Celebration!

February 11, 2021 Lisa Tomey-Zonneveld

Writer Talk with Emma L. Sembly From Classroom to Children's Books — An Interview with Emma L. Sembly – Prolific Pulse Press Podcast

For Emma L. Sembly, every story teaches a lesson, and every life is a story.Emma is a life-long storyteller and lover of stories. As a child, Emma loved telling fantastical tales, starting with a captive audience consisting of her little sister. After she grew up, Emma continued to create stories that her students loved.With a bachelor's degree in psychology from Elmhurst College and a master's degree in reading from Johns Hopkins University, Emma set out on a thirty-seven-year journey as an educator in the Baltimore City Public School System, where she taught children with different abilities on both elementary and high school levels. During that time, she also created stories for her own daughter and niece, then for her grandchildren and great nieces.Now, Emma creates stories for children of all ages, especially the young at heart.Emma also has a podcast, Just Folks: Conversations with Emma, in which she provides a platform where regular, everyday humans can share their own stories with listeners of all persuasions. Life lessons shared.Drawing and writing poetry are among Emma's favorite things to do. She also enjoys planting red flowers around her home. And when she's not chatting it up with her kitty of thirteen years, she's having a blast with both of her Favorite Number One Grandchildren."What I have learned as a writer and podcaster, is that our stories, our bedtime stories, our fables, are the gateways to life's lessons," Emma says, "and we all have a story to tell."https://emmaleesembly.com/https://www.prolificpulse.com/emmalsembly

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Cookies, Cookies, Cookies!!!

January 26, 2021 Lisa Tomey-Zonneveld

Now that I have your attention… I am excited to share that my friend and fellow blogger, Deanna Martinez has a new cookbook coming out and it is all about COOKIES!!!

Deanna tells about it in her blog post: Family History and traditions with Author Deanna Martinez-Bey

OKAY! Maybe I am spoiled because I already have Deanna’s Cheesecake cookbook…so there is that…