poetry

Pushcart Prize Nominations

November 11, 2021 Lisa Tomey

The Pushcart Prize Nominations have been submitted by Prolific Pulse Press LLC

As I read through all the poetry from this year to select just the right ones, it was a difficult job, but when you find that poem that is just what you know to be the one, you have to pick it.

It is with great pleasure that Prolific Pulse Press LLC has chosen the following nominees for the Pushcart Prize:

Bartholomew Barker – Poem: Limitless, Published in Heart Beats Anthology of Poetry 2021

Chyrel J. Jackson – Poem: Love Unspoken, Published in Heart Beats Anthology of Poetry 2021

Jill Sharon Kimmelman – Poem: Double Shift, Published in You Are the Poem, 2021

Sita Gaia- Poem: I’ll Have a Seizure with My Coffee on the Side, Published in Knocking on the Body’s Door, 2021

Richard O Ogunmodede – Poem: We Are Same, Published in Hearts Beats Anthology of Poetry, 2021

Susi Bocks – Poem: Sweet Embrace, Published in Hearts Beats, Anthology of Poetry, 2021

Congratulations to all and thank you to every single poet who submitted to the anthology as well as others who chose to have their work published by Prolific Pulse Press LLC.

To learn more about the Pushcart Prize you can go to this website: http://www.pushcartprize.com/index.html

Check out our website for more about our publications: https://www.prolificpulse.com/

Announcements, Book Announcements, Poet's and Events

Book Release! You Are the Poem by Jill Sharon Kimmelman

November 8, 2021November 21, 2021 Lisa Tomey

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:

poetry, Poets & Events

“You Are the Poem” by Jill Sharon Kimmelman – Coming Soon

November 6, 2021November 4, 2021 Lisa Tomey

It is with my great pleasure, on behalf of Prolific Pulse Press LLC, to announce the debut poetry book “You Are the Poem” with be available November 13. I interviewed Jill recently for my podcast & YouTube channel:

Would like to attend the virtual Book Launch for You Are the Poem? Register below to get your tickets. The event with be on Zoom.

garden of neuro

Garden of Neuro

November 6, 2021 Lisa Tomey

I am pleased with what the Garden of Neuro offers for empowerment, connections, support and more.

Recently, I participated in the Garden of Neuro Anthology of Poetry and Art, called “A Safe and Brave Space.” It will be available soon. We worked as a team to bring this anthology to life. It’s been an amazing adventure. I even received a badge.