Drowned Words: A Collection of Poems
This collection of poems delves into themes of longing, loss, and self-discovery, set against the backdrop of fleeting moments and the vastness of life. The poems explore the search for meaning, the weight of societal expectations, and the struggle between freedom and constraint. With a dark, introspective tone, they capture the beauty and despair of navigating a world where time slips away, leaving behind a lingering sense of yearning and reflection.
Nightfall Poets Society of Blackthorn Academy
In the shadowy halls of Blackthorn Academy, a hidden study beckons five misfit poets into its gothic embrace. By candlelight, they summon the spirits of literary legends-Poe, Plath, Shelley, Rilke, and Rimbaud-to unravel the mysteries of creation and despair. But when an unholy force emerges from their words, the group must confront their darkest fears and harness their collective power to banish it.
Equal parts eerie and enchanting, Nightfall Poets Society of Blackthorn Academy is a haunting tale of the transformative magic of words and the razor-thin line between creation and destruction. Perfect for lovers of gothic literature, chilling themes, and the timeless power of poetry.
"Strange that my tongue can dry with salt and I feel so free. With all the waves morphing down around, one sees no fear in their eyes. You can be so thirsty and still never want to leave......"Short Story/Memoir/Journal
This collection delves into the powerful emotions that shape our lives-love, loss, and the strength to rise above. Through vivid imagery, the poems explore the enduring bonds of affection, the resilience born from hardship, the melancholy of minds, and the personal growth that comes from embracing both light and shadow. With themes of empowerment, self-love, and connection, the poems invite readers into a world where devotion stands against the tide of adversity, where the heart learns to heal and transform, and where love is both a refuge and a force of change.
The collection's themes center on existential struggle, isolation, and the search for meaning in a world that feels both oppressive and indifferent. The poems explore the tension between inner conflict and outward expression, where the act of writing, reflection, and connecting with nature serves as both a sanctuary and a reminder of deeper emotional turmoil. There is a desperate yearning for freedom, whether through self-expression, the fleeting beauty of nature, or the longing for connection, yet this is often tempered by a pervasive sense of inescapable isolation and self-doubt.
The struggle with identity, self-sacrifice, and personal suffering runs through the poems, creating a haunting, introspective atmosphere. The collection as a whole conveys a dark, reflective tone, where moments of fleeting clarity or beauty are overshadowed by an undercurrent of loss, sacrifice, and an existential yearning.