Now in eBook format, Haiku and Tanka: Lull, Harmony and Power in Japanese Art & A Call for submission

Now in eBook format, Haiku and Tanka: Lull, Harmony and Power in Japanese Art

My dear followers and subscribers, Literary Revelations is thrilled to announce that Literary Revelations’ bestseller Haiku and Tanka: Lull, Harmony, and Power in Japanese Art by Hikari and Gabriela Marie Milton is now available in eBook format.

Own 87 original Japanese paintings done by our Fabulous Hikari!

Experience the enchanting collaboration between Japanese artist Hikari and American poet Gabriela Marie Milton in Haiku and Tanka: Lull, Harmony and Power in Japanese Art. This stunning poetry and art album gracefully bridges Eastern and Western sensibilities, inviting readers on a vivid journey through tradition, perspective, and creative imagination.

Hikari’s masterful paintings immerse you in the splendor of Japanese art, each brushstroke echoing the beauty of cultural heritage and the depth of historical narrative. Her tanka, deeply rooted in Japanese traditions, transports readers to landscapes and moments of spiritual introspection.

In contrast, Gabriela Marie Milton’s evocative haiku offers a fresh, Western perspective—crafted in direct response to Hikari’s artwork. Her concise yet profound verses highlight the magnificence and subtlety captured on canvas, creating a dialogue between image and word that transcends borders. This unique approach allows readers to view the same artwork through two distinct cultural lenses, underscoring the rich possibilities of artistic perspectivism.

Upcoming call for submission

The call for submissions for Literary Revelations’ upcoming haiku anthology, Haiku for Soulmates, is coming up tomorrow. Please stay tuned.

Featured picture Hikari. This art will be used to create the cover.

Thank you.
Gabriela Marie Milton

My books (Only English)

#1 Amazon bestseller, Passions: Love Poems and Other Writings (Vita Brevis)
#1 Amazon Bestseller, Women: Splendor and Sorrow (Vita Brevis)|

#1 Amazon bestseller, Haiku and Tanka: Lull, Harmony and Power in Japanese Art – co-authored with Hikari (Literary Revelation)

Thank you to all my followers who reviewed my books.
Please read other reviews here:

Woman: Splendor and Sorrow: Love Poems and Poetic Prose by Gabriela Marie Milton in Portland Book Review
Woman: Splendor and Sorrow: Love Poems and Poetic Prose by Gabriela Marie Milton in Manhattan Book Review
Passions: Love Poems and Other Writings in San Francisco by Gabriela Marie Milton in San Francisco Book Review
Passions: Love Poems and Other Writings by Gabriela Marie Milton In Manhattan B

Happy 2026, an updated bio of Gabriela Marie Milton, and a call for submissions from Literary Revelations

Happy 2026 to my followers and subscribers

Wishing you an exhilarating 2026 brimming with boundless love and vibrant creativity!

Gabriela Marie Milton – Updated Bio

Hello everyone and welcome to my blog.

I am Gabriela Marie Milton, a 3-time Amazon bestselling poet, award-winning poet, and internationally published author. Vita Brevis Press nominated me for the 2022 Pushcart Prize. My poetry has been published in various journals in the US and abroad (sometimes under the pen name Gabriela M) and translated into Italian, Greek, Romanian, and Albanian.

In 2023, I founded Literary Revelations Publishing House to honor the memory of my mother, who was beautiful, generous, and loved literature with all her heart. Presently, I am the Editor in Chief of Literary Revelations.

I am three times an amazon bestselling author. My books are:

Passions: Love Poems and Other Writings (Vita Brevis Press, 2020)

Woman: Splendor and Sorrow (Vita Brevis, 2021)

Haiku and Tanka: Lull, Harmony, and Power in Japanese Art by Hikari and Gabriela Marie Milton (Literary Revelations, 2025)

In Addition, I have edited the following poetry anthologies: Wounds I Healed, Hidden in Childhood, Petals of Haiku, and Tranquility: An Anthology of Haiku. You may want to visit Literary Revelations to see more of my work as a publisher and curator, and my awards.

Cultural Journalism

Beyond the written word, I am a cultural journalist known for my cinematic storytelling and immersive digital reportage. My multimedia clips from Greece and Portugal offer a sophisticated exploration of the Mediterranean’s historical and aesthetic soul, blending high-production visual artistry with her signature lyrical commentary. These original works bridge the ancient and the modern, documenting the genius loci of the Hellenic world through a lens that is both deeply personal and universally resonant. By integrating these visual narratives into her broader body of work, I continue to redefine the boundaries of contemporary literary journalism, bringing the ‘splendor and sorrow’ of human history to a global digital audience.

Visit my IG @gabriela_marie_milton

Call from Submission

Literary Revelations will open on January 5, with a new call for submissions for a haiku anthology entitled Haiku for Soulmates. Please visit and subscribe to Literary Revelations Journal for more updates:

Thank you.
Gabriela Marie Milton

My books (Only English)

#1 Amazon bestseller, Passions: Love Poems and Other Writings (Vita Brevis)
#1 Amazon Bestseller, Women: Splendor and Sorrow (Vita Brevis)|

#1 Amazon bestseller, Haiku and Tanka: Lull, Harmony and Power in Japanese Art – co-authored with Hikari (Literary Revelation)

Thank you to all my followers who reviewed my books.
Please read other reviews here:

In the midst of the holidays, enter the fascinating world of Japanese art and poetry – Get Literary Revelations news bestseller Haiku and Tanka: Lull, Harmony and Power in Japanese Art.

Haiku and Tanka: Lull, Harmony and Power in Japanese Art by Hikari and Gabriela Marie Milton.

Featured image by Hikari

My dear readers and subscribers,

I present you again with Literary Revelations’ newest #1 Bestseller, Haiku and Tanka: Lull, Harmony and Power in Japanese Art by Hikari and Gabriela Marie Milton (me) The Literary Revelations Website is now under update, welcoming visitors with an even richer experience (You can still visit and subscribe). In celebrating the art of haiku and tanka, we invite you to discover the subtle elegance and profound depth these forms of Japanese art and poetry bring us.

In Haiku and Tanka: Lull, Harmony and Power in Japanese Art by Hikari and Gabriela Marie Milton, haiku distills emotion and love into just a few lines, creating a moment of reflection and wonder with its carefully chosen words. Hikari’s tanka, with its slightly longer structure, allows for more personal expression, weaving together images and feelings into a tapestry of thought, history, and justice.

Japanese art, paired with haiku and tanka, reveals layers of meaning through simplicity and refinement. Each poem echoes the delicate beauty of cherry blossoms, the tranquility of gardens, and the stirring energy of seasonal change. By embracing these forms, we connect with centuries-old traditions that celebrate the fleeting nature of beauty and the diversity of human experience. Let the site’s new features inspire you to craft your own verses and appreciate the artistry behind every word and brushstroke. Each open reflects also power and justice.

The album’s structure allows you to add your tanka and haiku to each painting. Add them, and you will have one of the most beautiful gifts for the holiday and for years to come.

Promotional video

Gabriela Marie Milton
3 x times #1 Amazon bestselling author
Founder and Editor in Chief of Literary Revelations

My books (Only English)

#1 Amazon bestseller, Passions: Love Poems and Other Writings (Vita Brevis)
#1 Amazon Bestseller, Women: Splendor and Sorrow (Vita Brevis)|

#1 Amazon bestseller, Haiku and Tanka: Lull, Harmony and Power in Japanese Art – co-authored with Hikari (Literary Revelation)

Thank you to all my followers who reviewed my books.
Please read other reviews here:

Poetry in English and Basque & A Quick Reminder & #1 Top Seller in Canada

Wishing all my followers around the world a wonderful weekend! May magic, love, and peace be with you.

Poetry in English and Basque & A Quick Reminder.

Poetry in English and Basque

I am who I am, and who I am breathes in the hush between desire and devotion — hidden in the tears that slide down the cracked face of an iconoclast’s old church, glistening like skin after rain.

My essence stirs in the murmur of the waves that caress Bilbao’s restless shore. There, beneath the trembling light, I unfold — a secret pulse, a body made of memory and prayers, aching to be touched by the world again.

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Ni naizena naiz, eta naizena arnasa hartzen du desioaren eta debozioaren arteko isilunean — ikonoklasta baten eliza zaharraren aurpegi pitzatuaren gainetik behera irristatzen diren malkoetan ezkutatuta, euriaren ondoren larruazal bezain distiratsu.

Nire esentzia mugitzen da Bilboko itsasertze bizkorra laztantzen duten olatuen xuxurlan. Han, dardarka dabilen argiaren azpian, zabaltzen naiz — taupada sekretu bat, oroitzapen eta otoitzaz egindako gorputz bat, munduak berriro ukitzeko gogo biziz.

Haiku and Tanka, Lull Harmony and Power in Japanese art by Hikari and Gabriela Marie Milton in now #1 Top Release in Canada

After being the #1 Top Release in the USA and still a bestseller, the #1 Amazon Bestseller in Japan, Haiku and Tanka: Lull, Harmony and Power in Japanese Art, published by Literary Revelations, is now a #1 Top Seller in Canada too. Australia, how are we doing? Thank you to everyone who bought our book.

A Reminder

Please do not forget to check my new #1 Amazon Bestselling book, co-authored with the fabulous Japanese painter Hikari, Haiku and Tanka: Lull, Harmony and Power in Japanese Art.

Publisher: Literary Revelations

My deepest thanks to those of you who bought the book and left, or are going to leave, reviews on Amazon!

My books (Only English)

#1 Amazon bestseller, Passions: Love Poems and Other Writings (Vita Brevis)
#1 Amazon Bestseller, Women: Splendor and Sorrow (Vita Brevis)|

#1 Amazon bestseller, Haiku and Tanka: Lull, Harmony and Power in Japanese Art – co-authored with Hikari (Literary Revelation)

Thank you to all my followers who reviewed my books.
Please read other reviews here:

Haiku and Tanka: Lull, Harmony and Power in Japanese Art is #1 Top Release on Amazon in the US and #1 Amazon Bestseller in Japan!

Dear readers,

I am thrilled to let you know that Literary Revelations’ new poetry and art album Haiku and Tanka: Lull, Harmony and Power in Japanese Art is #1 Top Release on Amazon in the US and #1 Bestseller in Japan ! The book is authored by Hikari and Gabriela Marie Milton (me)

Please check the book here:

Thank you to everyone who helped us.

I realize it is not cheap, but it’s an art album, and we cannot lower the price because of production costs.

All my love

Gabriela Marie Milton

PS. I am very sorry I cannot like your posts. WordPress banned me from giving likes on the day of the launch, right after I posted.

My Books:

#1 Amazon bestseller, Haiku and Tanka: Lull, Harmony and Power in Japanese art (co-author with Japanese Artist Hikari) (Literary Revelations)
#1 Amazon bestseller, Passions: Love Poems and Other Writings (Vita Brevis)
#1 Amazon Bestseller, Women: Splendor and Sorrow (Vita Brevis)

Thank you to all my followers who reviewed my books.
Please read other reviews here:

Newsletter From Gabriela Marie Milton and Literary Revelations

Warm Greetings from Gabriela Marie Milton

My dear subscribers,

It’s Gabriela Marie Milton here—some of you may also know me as Gabriela M. I’m delighted to reconnect with some of you after a long period of time.

I apologize, but I didn’t realize you weren’t receiving my posts by email (one of my old followers wrote to me asking me if I still blog). I sincerely hope that all my followers and subscribers (some of whom have been with me since 2017, when I first started blogging) are well and happy. Especially for those who stopped blogging, I miss you dearly, and I hope to reconnect with you again. Please reach me at literaryrevelations@pm.me , on IG @Gabriela_Marie_Milton and on X @shortprose1

Life and exciting new projects kept me busy. I’m thrilled to be back and eager to share all the wonderful things happening in our creative community!

Introducing Literary Revelations Publishing House

At the end of 2023, I embarked on an incredible journey—founding Literary Revelations Publishing House. This dream grew out of my passion for poetry, art, and storytelling, and it blossomed thanks to the enthusiastic support of writers and readers who continue to follow me. Literary Revelations has quickly become a vibrant home for poets, artists, and visionaries from around the world.

If you haven’t already, I warmly invite you to visit our website, explore our publications, and subscribe to stay updated on our latest news and calls for submissions. We also run a journal dedicated to creative voices—please consider submitting your work. Your words and art are always welcome here: https://literaryrevelations.com/

Celebrating Achievements and Awards

Thanks to our talented authors and the incredible literary community, Literary Revelations has already celebrated several milestones. We are proud to announce that all titles we published have reached #1 on Amazon bestseller lists or earned “Top Release” status, and have been featured in major media outlets. In 2025, we were honored with three major literary awards—an achievement that still feels like a dream come true.

Best Publisher in the US of 2025 – Best of Best Review

Best Poetry Publisher in the US of 2025 – Evergreen Award

Best Publisher of Artistic Excellence in the US 2025 – BIZWEELY

These successes belong to all who submitted to Literary Revelations, and I couldn’t be grateful for everyone’s support in making them possible.

Recent and Noteworthy Publications

Haiku Anthologies: Our anthologies of haiku poetry have gained international recognition, including entry into the prestigious Museum of Haiku Literature in Japan. It’s a joy to see our contributors’ voices celebrated on such a respected stage.
Our latest publication, Fine Art Photography: Lullscapes in Light and Shadow, by Japanese artist Naoki Kimura, offers a breathtaking journey through light, shadow, and tranquil landscapes. The poetry and art within its pages invite readers to pause, reflect, and find beauty in subtle moments.

Upcoming Releases: A Sneak Peek

I’m thrilled to give you an early preview of our upcoming art and poetry album, Haiku and Tanka: Lull, Harmony, and Power in Japanese Art. This album, authored by Japanese painter Hikari and me, weaves together delicate poetry and evocative visuals, exploring the depth and resonance of Japanese art forms. We can’t wait for you to experience this union of words and images—stay tuned for its release details, which will be shared soon after Thanksgiving.

Featured art: Hikari.

Literary Revelations Publications:

OUR WEBSITE

Home

OUR BOOKS

Fine art Photography: Lullscapes in Light and Shadow
Tranquility: An Anthology of Haiku
Celebrating Poetry by Cindy Georgakas
Full Moon Confessions: Poetry by Tracey Anne
Petals of Haiku: An Anthology
Hidden in Childhood: A Poetry Anthology
Echoes Lost in Stars: Poems by PS Conway
Love, Stars, and Paradigms: Poems by Swarn Gill
Building Sandcastles by C.X. Turner and James Welsh
Greenlandos by Virginia Witch

Wishing you the best on all your endeavors

Sincerely,

My books (Only English)
#1 Amazon bestseller, Passions: Love Poems and Other Writings (Vita Brevis)
#1 Amazon Bestseller, Women: Splendor and Sorrow (Vita Brevis)

Thank you to all my followers who reviewed my books.
Please read other reviews here:

A beautiful painting from Hikari for me and a poem by me – Gabriela Marie Milton – for Hikari

My gorgeous followers.

I was absolutely overwhelmed with joy when I learned that Hikari had crafted a stunning piece of art just for me. Her incredible generosity and unmatched talent brought tears to my eyes. The way she wielded those masterful colors struck a chord deep within me, igniting an emotional blaze that I couldn’t contain. I wept, and in the throes of that powerful inspiration, I penned a heartfelt poem dedicated to Hikari.

Painting by Hikari

Poem by Gabriela Marie Milton

Concentrated smell of roses
Blooms in the night of white spirits
Heavy perfume on midnight’s skin
Thorns soft like tongues in prayers

Why do you think my love
You know the secret language of roses –
The secrets they carry in soft petals’ glow.
The legend speaks of tears and blood
Of the day when the Goddess ripped her clothes
In the bourns-
Who told you, darling that roses are love
They are nightingales caught in blue fingered thorns

Follow me on IG from more poetry and news @gabriela_marie_milton

My books (Only English)
#1 Amazon bestseller, Passions: Love Poems and Other Writings (Vita Brevis)
#1 Amazon Bestseller, Women: Splendor and Sorrow (Vita Brevis)

Thank you to all my followers who reviewed my books.
Please read other reviews here:

Lullscapes in Light and Shadow by Naoki Kimura is now the #1bestseller in the USA and Japan – Publisher Literary Revelations

My Gorgeous Followers,

My publishing house, Literary Revelations, and I are thrilled beyond words to share some incredible news with you. The eBook edition of Fine Art Photography: Lullscapes in Light and Shadow by acclaimed Japanese artist Naoki Kimura has soared to the #1 Bestseller spot in Japan! Equally exciting, the book is currently the #1 Bestseller in the USA too.

This journey would not be possible without your unwavering support and appreciation for the art of photography and poetry. Each page of this collection is a tribute to quiet beauty, gentle illumination, and the delicate dance of shadows and words—a treasure designed to enrich the souls of all who encounter it.

From the bottom of our hearts, we want to thank you for being part of this artistic adventure. Your enthusiasm inspires us every day, and we sincerely hope you continue to enjoy and share our eBook with others. With your help, this digital masterpiece can find its way to even more art lovers around the world.

May this book bring light and serenity to your days. Thank you for making this moment possible.

You can get the book here:

With deepest gratitude and excitement,

My books (Only English)
#1 Amazon bestseller, Passions: Love Poems and Other Writings (Vita Brevis)
#1 Amazon Bestseller, Women: Splendor and Sorrow (Vita Brevis)

Thank you to all my followers who reviewed my books.
Please read other reviews here:

An excerpt from my novel coming up next year – Spanish Language

Dear followers,

As I shared in a previous post, I have completed a novel in Spanish that has stirred my soul. The exhilarating journey of translating it into English has already begun, igniting my excitement. Whether you read it in English or Spanish, my hope is that this heartfelt novel will captivate readers like you next year. Till then, an excerpt in Spanish for you:

Excerpt in Spanish

–Anastasia, querida, Jezabel me contó una noche que en aquellos cinco años había estado enamorada de un joven científico, que trabajaba en uno de los laboratorios de bioquímica de la Ciudad. Creo que vivía en un barrio antiguo, por la Calle Robbia. Una sola vez, según sus palabras, Jezabel habría subido las escaleras estrechas y oscuras que llevaban al departamento de él. Me dijo que el hombre la había agarrado en sus brazos y se habían quedado así, uno junto al otro, tendidos en la cama, mirándose a los ojo largo rato. La cama se encontraba pegada a la pared, en la parte derecha de la habitación; encima había una ventana sin cortinas. En la parte izquierda se hallaba un escritorio y frente a la puerta había estantes llenos de libros.

La mujer se detuvo un momento de su silbido, tomó un trago de agua y continuó.

–Jezabel desabotonó la camisa del hombre lentamente. El cual llevaba una camisa negra, de una seda pesada, como la del Continente, con botones diminutos, de color nácar. Se quedaron un rato más callados, después Jezabel se incorporó, abandonando la cama cubierta con una manta amarillenta, y se fue.

–¿Y?

–Y nada, Anastasia, esto es todo.

Anastasia la miró, consternada. ¡Al infierno con Lady Swartley y con todo! ¡Esta mujer le estaba tomando el pelo! ¿Qué es lo que quería decir, en realidad? ¡Y cómo era posible que Jezabel conversara con otra mujer sobre el material de que estaban hechos los botones que apenas había desabrochado de la camisa del pecho de su amante! ¿Y cómo podía conocer Lady Swartley la ubicación exacta del mueble en aquel cuarto, como si ella misma lo hubiera arreglado? Su propia pregunta la dejó fría. Quizás la propia inglesa haya arreglado el mueble del cuarto de la Calle Robbia. No, no podía ser, iba demasiado lejos en sus suposiciones. Si había algo verdadero en esta historia, entonces Lady Swartley debió haber protagonizado la escena aquella y no Jezabel. Pero ésta siguió, masticando papas fritas.

You can read another excerpt here: https://shortprose.blog/2025/07/30/an-excerpt-from-my-novel-in-spanish-gabriela-marie-milton/

Thank you! Gracia!

My books (Only English)
#1 Amazon bestseller, Passions: Love Poems and Other Writings (Vita Brevis)
#1 Amazon Bestseller, Women: Splendor and Sorrow (Vita Brevis)

Thank you to all my followers who reviewed my books.
Please read other reviews here:

LITERARY REVELATIONS ACHIEVES A GLOBAL MILESTONE – FEATURED IN IMPORTANT OUTLETS SUCH AS ABC, NBC, CBS, FOX, MONING NEWS, INTERNATIONAL TIMES, AND MANY OTHERS

Exciting News

Dear readers and subscribers,

I am thrilled to share excellent news on behalf of Literary Revelations (lr_publisher) and myself, Gabriela Marie Milton, as its founder. Our journey, driven by an enduring love for literature and art and a commitment to elevating voices in the literary world and art, has reached a global milestone: we have been featured on ABC, NBC, CBS, Morning News, International Business Times, and many other notable platforms.

This recognition is not only a testament to the vibrant work we do at Literary Revelations but also an acknowledgment of the authors and readers who form the heart of our community. From championing bold new voices to curating collections that resonate across cultures and generations, our mission continues to attract wide attention.

We are deeply grateful for the opportunities to share our story and vision with such distinguished audiences. Being spotlighted on these renowned networks underscores the impact of our efforts and encourages us to keep pushing the boundaries of literary innovation.

From the features:

Founded in 2022 by acclaimed poet and editor Gabriela Marie Milton, Literary Revelations has swiftly established itself as a distinguished independent publishing house, dedicated to poetry, short stories, art, and novels. In a short period of time, the press has carved a respected position in international literary and artistic circles, with every book released to date achieving #1 Amazon bestseller status in multiple categories, as well as recognition in curated exhibitions and museums abroad.

The press distinguishes itself through a carefully curated editorial approach, emphasizing literary excellence and artistic vision over quantity of publication. This commitment to selectivity has allowed Literary Revelations to stand out in a market where mass publication often overshadows quality.

Unlike many open-submission journals, the editorial board of Literary Revelations Journal follows a rigorous review process, ensuring that published works maintain high literary standards.

The journal has featured prominent voices, including interviews with figures such as Gaetano Camillo, who was nominated for the Nobel Prize in Literature. Through such initiatives, the journal has become a space where emerging and established voices converge to explore the evolving landscape of contemporary literature.

Below are some of the links to our recent features for you to explore:

NBS – https://week.marketminute.com/article/marketersmedia-2025-9-4-literary-revelations-announces-global-literary-milestones

ABC- https://week.marketminute.com/article/marketersmedia-2025-9-4-literary-revelations-announces-global-literary-milestones

FOX – https://kxlt.marketminute.com/article/marketersmedia-2025-9-4-literary-revelations-announces-global-literary-milestones

CBS https://kbjr.marketminute.com/article/marketersmedia-2025-9-4-literary-revelations-announces-global-literary-milestones

International Business Time – https://markets.financialcontent.com/ibtimes/news/article/marketersmedia-2025-9-4-literary-revelations-announces-global-literary-milestones

Apologies to everyone who submitted

We offer our heartfelt apologies for our recent silence. The arteries of Literary Revelations have been abuzz with activity—a symphony of manuscripts and the perpetual quest for literary excellence. Though your pens have not touched these pages as often as we would wish, rest assured that your voices and submissions have never been far from our thoughts.

Thank you for your patience and loyalty. Continue to explore, to write, to dream—and do not miss the opportunity to discover our newest literary triumph, Fine Art Photography: Lullscapes in Light and Shadow by Naoki Kimura.

Due to the volume of sales, Amazon reduces its prices. Lullscapes in Light and Shadows remains after two weeks since its publication a TOP RELEASE in the USA and a #1 Bestseller in Japan