A SUPERB PHOTO BY NAOKI KIMURA, A POEM BY GABRIELA MARIE MILTON, AND A VIDEO

Wishing all my amazing followers a truly enchanting weekend filled with magic.

Photo: Naoki Kimura

A poem by Gabriela Marie Milton

Memories,
static, a half-formed word.
The girls’ laughter
echoing through the hollow chest of a moment in time.

Gone now,
my eyes blurred
like rain on glass,
perhaps I dreamt them—

Young bodies flickering in the static,
their fancy emptied
like pockets after a carnival.
What did they buy from the pharmacy?

It smells like morphine—
sweet, chemical,
a day in life
dissolving at the edges.

I look through your eyes
at the girls’ nonexistent presence,
shadows in the room,
the laughter—
folded into silence.

I think of you.
Years inscribed on windows.
What did the girls buy from the pharmacy?

Sneak a peek at Naoki Kimura’s upcoming Photo Album from Literary Revelations.

Naoki Kimura, a celebrated artist known for his fine art photography, is set to release a breathtaking new album under the aegis of Literary Revelations. Tentatively scheduled for publication at the end of July, this highly anticipated album promises to be an unparalleled artistic experience and an exquisite addition to any coffee table.

Capturing the Essence of Japanese Sensibility

The album stands as a testament to the profound beauty of Japanese culture through the medium of monochrome photography. It artfully encapsulates cherished aesthetic principles such as “Mono no Aware,” the bittersweet awareness of impermanence; “Wabi,” the understated elegance of simplicity; and “Sabi,” the poetic grace of age and weathering. Each photograph invites viewers into a meditative space, allowing them to perceive the beauty hidden within the fleeting moments of life.

A Fusion of Art and Literature

Beyond its striking visuals, the album harmonizes the photographic artistry with the written word. It contains a rich tapestry of haiku, tanka, free-form poetry, and short prose, each piece carefully curated to complement the visual narrative. This literary inclusion elevates the album into a multidimensional experience, offering not just imagery but profound reflections that resonate deeply with the soul.

An Artistic Treasure for Every Home

Naoki Kimura’s album is more than a collection of photographs—it’s a piece of art that speaks to the heart. Its pages promise moments of introspection, beauty, and connection, making it the perfect centerpiece for contemplation and conversation. The fusion of visual and literary artistry ensures that this work will leave an indelible mark on all who encounter it.

Prepare to immerse yourself in an extraordinary experience when Naoki Kimura’s fine art photography arrives this summer. This album promises to be not only a feast for the senses but also a celebration of the timeless essence of Japanese sensibility. Truly, a masterpiece destined to touch hearts and enrich lives.

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:

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 Book Reviews

“With lush language and lavish imagery, Gabriela M. evokes a fantastic world ripe with emotion.”
Christina Schwarz, the author of the New York Times Bestseller “Drowning Ruth.”

Play in the streets – Poem by Gabriela Marie Milton – and more new about Tranquility: An Anthology of Haiku

My dear followers. I would like to share a poem that I wrote recently with you, entitled Play in the streets.

POEM

Play in the streets your mandolin for me
The sounds of love and Moorish winds
Born from the womb of the Mediterranean
With our bones, the Phoenix we can see

Shed the music of the mandolin on yellow walls
That meet us every day in hidden places
They bite the flesh of the cold statues, and the sun,
Stones and rays fall from the sky on our skin
Then comes the time when love gets thicker
Stories of the old Granada on your lips
On my breasts and ankles, angels fall
Kiss me my love
It’s the Apocalypse

NEWS

Now, more news about Literary Revelations and Tranquility: An Anthology of Haiku.

Tranquility is currently the #1 top release in the US and the most gifted book in Japan.

Literary Revelations is deeply grateful to everyone who bought the book. That helped us to donate to several charities.

You can get the book here:

Literary Revelations and Victoria Onofrei of Bloomsbury Radio (Victoria in Verse Show), UK, will organize a Poetry Festival on Sunday, May 18, 2025 – 5pm London time. The festival will take place via Zoom.

All contributors will be invited, as well as, those who are not contributors but bought the book.

I will come back very soon with more details. Please follow us at Literary Revelations https://literaryrevelations.com/, @gabriela_marie_milton and @lr_publishers.

Thank you,

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:

Christina Schwarz, the author of the New York Times Bestseller “Drowning Ruth.”

Tranquility: An Anthology of Haiku by Literary Revelations Publishing House tops the charts in the US and Japan

An outstanding and dazzling book filled with magic! Tranquility: An Anthology of Haiku, published by Literary Revelations.

Immerse yourselves in its charm.

Get it for Mother’s Day!

An outstanding and dazzling book!

All contributors will be invited, as well as, those who are not contributors but bought the book.

I will come back very soon with more details. Please follow us at Literary Revelations https://literaryrevelations.com/, @gabriela_marie_milton and @lr_publishers.

Thank you and have a wonderful week!

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:

Christina Schwarz, the author of the New York Times Bestseller “Drowning Ruth.”

Tranquility: An Anthology of Haiku, published by Literary Revelations, is now the #1 Bestseller on Amazon [Japanese and Haiku Poetry]

My dear followers,

Literary Revelations is thrilled to let you know that Tranquility: An Anthology of Haiku is now the #1 Bestseller on Amazon [Japanese and Haiku Poetry]

Congratulations from the bottom of my heart to all contributors, and thank you to all our followers.

The dedication you show us keeps us going.

If you look at the books we took over, it’s astonishing.

Margaret AtWood who “has won numerous awards and honors for her writing, including two Booker Prizes, the Arthur C. Clarke Award, the Governor General’s Award, the Franz Kafka Prize, Princess of Asturias Awards, and the National Book Critics and PEN Center USA Lifetime Achievement Awards. A number of her works have been adapted for film and television.” see Wikipedia

and Basho: The Complete Haiku of Matsuo Basho – Basho stands today as Japan’s most renowned writer, and one of the most revered. Wherever Japanese literature, poetry or Zen are studied, his oeuvre carries weight. Every new student of haiku quickly learns that Basho was the greatest of the Old Japanese Masters [Amazon description].

We take our accomplishments seriously, and we are thrilled and humbled by them.

Thank you again for your support.

Please get our book here

Tranquility: An Anthology of Haiku published by Literary Revelations becomes #1 Top Release in Poetry Anthologies

We are thrilled to let you know that Tranquility: An Anthology of Haiku just became #1 Top Release in Poetry Anthology.

Congratulations to all contributors and thank you to all my followers.

You can get the book here:

In the morning before the book came out, I was ready to post two haiku from the book.

I will post them now so you can enjoy.

Two Haiku by I.V. Greco

This is what I write
Words so pleasing and nice
Yet – tears cloud my sight

I heard a calling
Amidst the chaos of life
“Come to Paradise”

Have a beautiful weekend, and thank you!

Tranquility: An Anthology of Haiku [Literary Revelations] is now on Amazon. Please read!

Dearest Contributors & Followers

Literary Revelations is delighted to inform you that Tranquility: An Anthology of Haiku is now available on Amazon. It was our utmost pleasure to publish everyone’s work. Thank you for your contribution, and please help us spread the word.

Or you can get it here:

I’ve attached a flyer for you to use. However, please do not use it without the Amazon link, which is most important.

Congratulations everyone!

Have a great weekend!

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:

Christina Schwarz, the author of the New York Times Bestseller “Drowning Ruth”

Coming soon: Tranquility: An Anthology of Haiku by Literary Revelations – Haiku and a message to you, my dear contributors and followers

My dear friends, I hope everyone had a great holiday.

The world is grim, and I continue to pray that each of us on this planet will have peace and light.

Amidst all these, Literary Revelations is preparing to release Tranquility: An Anthology of Haiku. May the book bring beauty and a moment of meditation and calm to the lives of those who read it.

This book is a book of poetry as well as a book of art.

As I wrote in the foreword to this book, “Each haiku redefines temporality as an axis mundi. Think about it.” Our relation with ourselves and divinity begins and ends in us. I hope the beauty of this book will make you think so.

Before the launch date, which is approaching soon, I read three haiku for you. It was my great pleasure to collaborate with all contributors.

Please stay tuned for the announcement of the launch date. Follow me here, on IG @gabriela_marie_milton, and on x @shortprose1

Follow Literary Revelations at https://literaryrevelations.com/ on IG and X @lr_publisher.

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:

Christina Schwarz, the author of the New York Times Bestseller “Drowning Ruth.”

Category: haiku

A SUPERB PHOTO BY NAOKI KIMURA, A POEM BY GABRIELA MARIE MILTON, AND A VIDEO

Wishing all my amazing followers a truly enchanting weekend filled with magic.

A poem by Gabriela Marie Milton

Sneak a peek at Naoki Kimura’s upcoming Photo Album from Literary Revelations.

Capturing the Essence of Japanese Sensibility

A Fusion of Art and Literature

An Artistic Treasure for Every Home

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Tranquility: An Anthology of Haiku by Literary Revelations Publishing House tops the charts in the US and Japan

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Tranquility: An Anthology of Haiku, published by Literary Revelations, is now the #1 Bestseller on Amazon [Japanese and Haiku Poetry]

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Tranquility: An Anthology of Haiku published by Literary Revelations becomes #1 Top Release in Poetry Anthologies

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Tranquility: An Anthology of Haiku [Literary Revelations] is now on Amazon. Please read!

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Coming soon: Tranquility: An Anthology of Haiku by Literary Revelations – Haiku and a message to you, my dear contributors and followers

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