Comments for The Poetry Box

Comment on From the Other Side of Maybe by Tim Dudley

Tim Dudley — Sat, 23 May 2026 15:59:43 +0000

A memoir from a courageous soul. Her perseverance in the face of great odds results in prose and poetry that reveal a soul who remains in love with life and serves as a blessing to those around her. Words containing hard won wisdom burn the pages.

Comment on No Lightsabers in the Kitchen by John Rose

John Rose — Sat, 25 Apr 2026 16:00:19 +0000

Having known John closely through the majority of our adult lives, circling around each other just in view but out of reach through our adolescence, sharing many 2am campfires reminding each other that “it’s a festival, not a restival” as we take turns considering retiring to our tent for the night, and a month long drive around the country in a two seater Ford Ranger where we got into our first and only argument in the 10+ years we’ve been close friends, reading these poems was a wonderful reminder that even when life can feel mundane on the surface, it’s up to you to take notice how big of an experience the small things can be. He does an excellent job in “No Lightsabers in the Kitchen” of descriptively decorating how a simple trip to the hardware store can be reflected as one of the moments that makes life so beautiful to live. A wonderful collection of poems to enjoy as a reader but will leave you subconsciously consider writing your own every time you take out the trash.

Comment on No Lightsabers in the Kitchen by Alma Cole Pesiri

Alma Cole Pesiri — Tue, 17 Mar 2026 21:53:39 +0000

Having heard John read several times, this collection was not entirely a surprise. Also, being friends on FB you get to know a little about a person. But, to relax with an entire book of his poems was a treat that rivaled hot, black coffee with a slice of cake! I waffled from being the parent to being the child, and back again! I’m disappointed that there isn’t a “Toast Ghost” in my house, although it made me realize I need to write about Mercury, my late cat, who still jumps up onto the bad sometimes. From intimate to ridiculous, John has captured the spirit of poetry!

Comment on All That Glitter by Sheri Knauth

Sheri Knauth — Thu, 26 Feb 2026 00:06:16 +0000

From the first poem, a reader is guided through both relatable and interesting topics. Katie shares unique imagery, phrases which emote and a pleasant flow of words. This book is the right poetry collection to add to your shelf.

Comment on Wild Heart by Trever

Trever — Mon, 23 Feb 2026 08:37:47 +0000

Reading the sample poem compelled me to get the book, and it was worth it.

Comment on Into the Thrum by Nancy Solow

Nancy Solow — Thu, 22 Jan 2026 23:03:10 +0000

An interesting and thoughtful collection of poems that I thoroughly enjoyed (4 stars). Beautiful imagery and language.

Comment on Mixtape: Marginal States by Patricia Williams

Patricia Williams — Tue, 13 Jan 2026 14:33:49 +0000

Debbie Hall’s clear, compassionate eye records the often-overlooked people existing in various “marginal states.” I felt my heart and mind open as I read these poems. This is a collection that calls us not only to witness, but also to question, to feel, and to ask ourselves ‘now that you have seen, what will you do?’

Comment on Solitary Light: Mourning Poems by The Poetry Box

The Poetry Box — Sun, 11 Jan 2026 01:25:16 +0000

A Review from Carolyn L. Wieden

Perhaps people don’t share grief unless invited. Yes, I believe that’s true, Priscilla. Trying to absorb the catharsis of grief is a powerful thing. I’m the one who forget to tell him about your eyes. My tears have melted into yours for a long time now, but first I felt the joy of witnessing your love for each other.

You are your poems. I love your grace as you write to heal your pain. On every page your heart, soul, spirit, and courage wrap around your poetry. Even in your deepest sadness, (October 12, 2022), you wrote a poem of gratitude. Your words captured the beautiful synchronicities of death often felt by those well-loved, but seldom recognized.

Solitary Light walks your readers through your journey of loss, but also your healing and discovery of new life. Thank you for inviting us.

Comment on Solitary Light: Mourning Poems by Lynn McClenahan

Lynn McClenahan — Tue, 23 Dec 2025 18:18:13 +0000

I’m reading your Mourning Poems now, this dark early Sunday morning. Being Human (p46) and Surrender to Rain (37) caught my attention today. Thanks for sharing your soul’s ponderings , grief and lioss but also being alive and grateful for the beauty that surrounds us. Being Human (46) and Surrender to Rain (37) got my attention today. This is a beautiful book!

Comment on Solitary Light: Mourning Poems by Dennis Meiners

Dennis Meiners — Mon, 08 Dec 2025 18:45:21 +0000

This book is a gift to the world. There’s light around this collection that says, yes, we may feel happiness again.