Please Pass the Poems...

Kevin Young has combined two things we Americans love in his new book
The Hungry Ear: Poems of Food & Drink. The volume contains 158 poems written by various poets who appreciate good food and good verse. The book is divided into sections that relate to food in different seasons and under all sorts of circumstances. Kevin talks about how food has played a part in his life, from childhood and family traditions to its healing power. He invites you to “Help Yourself.”  Don’t miss the “Song to Bacon”. DB

It's Phenomenal!

April is Poetry Month! For a quick start, read a tiny book by Maya Angelou entitled Phenomenal Woman. It contains only four poems dedicated to the celebration of Women. Angelou incorporates rhyme and free verse to get her message across. Although Maya Angelou is best-known for her autobiographies, she has published eight volumes of poetry. Regardless of your preference, you’ll agree that this petite book is powerful. DB