A poem from my book Woman: Splendor and Sorrow

A nude silence wraps around my lips.The hour to get drunk on love has come.
I touch your skin and another you is born.
Birds invade the sky.
A labyrinth of candles floods the streets.
A white thread ties my blood vessels at the exact moment
when a religious procession walks by.

Love…


Literary Revelations invites you to unleash your poetic prowess and be part of our upcoming poetry collection entitled Tranquility: An Anthology of Haiku. With a cover designed by our of award-winning Japanese artist Hikari, and with artistic photos by award-winning Japanese photographer Naoki Kimura included, please do not miss the chance to have your words grace the pages of our anthology.

Submit 5 haiku (s) at literaryrevelation@pm.me
Label your submission: 5 Haiku
Submissions close on February 28.


Poem by Gabriela Marie Milton & some updates


Reminder: My dear followers,

Please do not forget that Literary Revelations is receiving now submissions for our upcoming book Tranquility: An Anthology of Haiku.

Literary Revelations invites you to unleash your poetic prowess and be part of our upcoming poetry collection entitled Tranquility: An Anthology of Haiku. With a cover designed by our of award-winning Japanese artist Hikari, and with artistic photos by award-winning Japanese photographer Naoki Kimura included, please do not miss the chance to have your words grace the pages of our anthology.

Please email 5(five) Haiku(s) at literaryrevelations@pm.me and title your submission 5 Haiku (no plural). Please note that any other title will land your submission in the wrong email folder, and your submission will not be read.

Submit your name and your haiku(s) in the body of the email. No attachments will be open. No need to submit a bio.


Featured image: Gabriela Marie Milton, Portugal, 2022

Thank you. Have a beautiful weekend.

Tranquility: An Anthology of Haiku – Call for Submissions – [first posted in Literary Revelations]

Dear Followers,


The featured image is a piece of art by Hikari. used here as a placeholder, until Hikari finishes the new art for the cover.


Guidelines for Submission

Email 5 Haiku at literaryrevelations@pm.me and title your submission 5 HAIKU (no plural). Please note that any other title will land your submission in the wrong email folder, and your submission will not be read.

Submit your name and your haiku in the body of the email. No attachments will be open. No need to submit a bio.

By submitting to Tranquility: An Anthology of Haiku you, as a contributor, affirm that you own the rights to your pieces submitted and/or accepted for publication by Literary Revelations LLC and give Literary Revelations LLC permission to publish your work.

You attest that you are 18 years or older.

If you commit plagiarism Literary Revelations LLC is discharged from any liabilities.

You retain the right to your work. Literary Revelations LLC retains the right to the anthology, and it remains its exclusive publisher in perpetuity.

Submissions accepted for the anthology may be used by Literary Revelations LLC in whole or in part to promote the anthology.  Writers and artists will be appropriately credited in all promotional materials.

Read the About section before submitting on our website. You will find the Terms and Conditions under which we operate there.

Visit Literary Revelations Here.


Submissions will close on February 28, 2025. We will let you know when the book will be publish.

Thank you for considering submitting to our anthology.

My dear followers, for you a reading from Cindy Georgakas’ book Celebrating Poetry

My dear followers,

For you a reading from Cindy Georgakas’ book Celebrating Poetry. The poem is entitled There is no distance between hearts that love. I read only an excerpt.


So many miles away, I feel your pain and despair. Your country is suffering, and I am suffering with you because you are my friends. I may have never met you; but I know your heart.

I know your stories, I know your desires, I know your struggles, I know your purpose, I know your families, I know your work, your trials and tribulations, your ultimate highs and lows, your dreams and vision for a better tomorrow…

Cindy Georgakas



For you too I discounted the book. The eBook is now $2.99 and the paperback $9.99.

You can get it Here


Have a marvelous week.

Destinies by Gabriela Marie Milton

Happy December my dear readers! May your month be filled with joy!

A short poetic prose and a reminder

Destinies

Our destinies caught in the deep lines of my left palm.

With my right index finger, I trace those lines again and again, until I cannot breathe anymore, until my left palm bleeds.

None of us can be judged outside endless flights between continents, outside of our tears and of our love for art, outside of the slippery slope that runs from amitié amoureuse to deep impassioned love.

One day all of us will have to understand that the past should stay in the past. That day is inscribed in my left palm together with our pain, and our tendencies toward the kind of love that transcends any earthly boundaries.


Please do nor forget that Literary Revelations recently published Celebrating Poetry by Cindy Georgakas. The book was a Top Release in American Poetry and Inspirational Poetry.

Please check it out HERE.


Thanksgiving wishes, a poem, and more on Celebrating Poetry by Cindy Georgakas

My dear readers,

To those of you who celebrate Thanksgiving I wish you a beautiful week ahead and Happy Thanksgiving! To those who do not celebrate a century of love from me and my publishing house Literary Revelations.

First, I want to share with you a poem included in my book Passions: Love Poems and Other Writings. I hope you enjoy it.


SEDUCTION

the rhythm of castanets awakens the moon
on opal rings your kisses spin
a cricket’s hitting a crescendo
waves tattoo dark shadows on your skin
sonority, you who vibrates the souls
of those who haunt at night the Port of Cartagena

I toss in smells of apricots and plumes
the Hand of Fatima takes off my veils
your forehead sinks into the sweat of lovers
who sever their veins
oh, dream of the unknowns,
you, latency,
the sigh of blood which flows


in spring both mud and flowers grow didn’t you know
that when you said I love you
you stepped on roads of fables and folk tales?
you glued your heart onto a purple sunset
smells of lilac and of roses, impregnated strolls,
seduction,
it wasn’t me
it was you who stole his soul


CELEBRATING POETRY BY CINDY GEORGAKAS

Second, I would like to remind you that Literary Revelations just published Celebrating Poetry by Cindy Georgakas. It’s a wonderful book and I would like you – if you can – to continue to buy it.

Yesterday Cindy was still #1 in Inspirational and Religious poetry. Congratulations from the bottom of my heart to Cindy. However, there were many problems with Amazon apps that showed the eBook unavailable in the US market. At this point things were fixed but just in case if you cannot buy the eBook via the app, please open your browser, paste the link below, and sign in your Amazon Account. That way you certainly can buy.

Yesterday:


Last night we lost the banner to a haiku book that Amazon stacked in front of us. The haiku book does not have any category remotely close to Religious & Inspirational Poetry. I have spoken to Amazon and I trust that the problem will be corrected.

Have a beautiful weekend everyone!


And Celebrating Poetry by Cindy Georgakas -published by Literary Revelations- is now #1 Top Release in Inspirational poetry too!

My dear readers,

Celebrating Poetry published by Cindy Georgakas is now #1 Top Release in Inspirational poetry too! Congratulations Cindy!

Literary Revelations is fighting like always, the best publishers in the world in very difficult categories. Just to give you an idea in American poetry I am fighting a book by Mary Oliver, a winner of the Pulitzer Prize. Her book is published by Penguin Books.

If you can, please help me more and pick an ebook.

I would be most grateful to you.


Thank you!

YAY! We made it. Cindy Georgakas’ Book Celebrating Poetry is now #1 Top Release in American Poetry

My dear readers,

Thank you from the bottom of my heart for your help and congratulations to Cindy! Her book Celebrating Poetry is now #1 Top Release in American Poetry


LINK : https://www.amazon.com/Celebrating-Poetry-Cindy-Georgakas/dp/B0DNCRS8W8/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&dib_tag=se&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.Yfd2gA59_mNDAE-nOtisekqxxAphA-ukaciUIVAssZA._lmNytHDLtelSsRfsgYchrctEqBpBIXahmfym6ljR9s&qid=1731890474&sr=8-1



Celebrating Poetry by Cindy Georgakas and published by Literary Revelations is now live on Amazon!

My Dear Followers,

I am so excited to let you know that Literary Revelations just released Celebrating Poetry by Cindy Georgakas. We are so proud of this book!

In a world where many feel lost or disconnected, Cindy Georgakas offers not only words but also a chance for readers to reconnect with their inner selves and rediscover joy amidst adversity. Embrace the opportunity to explore her work; you may find that within each line lies the key to your own healing journey.

This book is a must read.


Several endorsements:

D. Wallace Peach, Bestselling Author of Catling’s Bane

Georgakas creates beautiful imagery with an accessible and authentic voice. Her poetry explores the challenging push-pull of life as well as the calming force of nature. Meaningful and inspirational, her poems are frequently a breath of fresh air— sometimes deep and, quite often, lots of fun.

Robbie Cheadle, Author & Poet
Cindy’s poems about relationships, emotions, and life in general are beautifully written, relatable, and always uplifting. Reading her poetry is good for my soul.


Please help us spread the word. If you pick up some copies you will not regret. They will make great presents for X-mas.




About Cindy Georgakas’ Beautiful Book – Celebrating Poetry

My dear readers,

Celebrating Poetry by Cindy Georgakas is coming soon at Literary Revelations.

I want to share with you the foreword of the book. I hope you enjoy it.

Have a great morning/evening!


Cindy Georgakas is not just a wellness therapist; she is a beacon of hope and creativity through her exceptional poetry. Celebrating the profound impact of her written words, we find that her beautiful verses resonate deeply with those who seek to overcome obstacles in their lives. Each poem serves as a reminder that it’s possible to celebrate success, regain trust in yourself, and ultimately embrace love and happiness.

Cindy’s book, Celebrating Poetry: A Companion Guide to Re-Recreate and Celebrate, speaks directly to the heart of human experience—overcoming grief and restoring trust in oneself. Her poetry acts as a guiding light for those navigating their own journeys of healing. Reading her poetry is more than just an act; it’s an immersive journey that encourages introspection and growth. Through her verses, Cindy helps others find solace and strength in their struggles, proving that even the most challenging paths can lead to renewal.

Cindy Georgakas stands out as a beacon of inspiration in the world of poetry. Each beautifully crafted verse invites readers on a journey to regain trust in themselves, overcome obstacles, and embrace hope.

In a world where many feel lost or disconnected, Cindy Georgakas offers not only words but also a chance for readers to reconnect with their inner selves and rediscover joy amidst adversity. Embrace the opportunity to explore her work; you may find that within each line lies the key to your own healing journey.

Gabriela Marie Milton
author, editor, publisher