A Reading from Petals of Haiku: An Anthology to be published by Literary Revelations on May 30 (tentative date)

My dear readers,

Literary Revelations will publish Petals of Haiku on May 30 (tentative date). This is a reading done by me of two beautiful haiku written by Maria Carvalho. I hope you enjoy it.

Thank you for the visit and the support.



Gabriela Marie Milton
2022 Pushcart Prize Nominee
Publisher, Editor, Award Winning & #1 Amazon Bestselling Author
Books:

Hidden in Childhood: A Poetry Anthology (ed.), Literary Revelations, 2023
Wounds I Healed: The Poetry of Strong Women (ed.), Experiments in Fiction, 2022.
Woman: Splendor and Sorrow :I Love Poems and Poetic Prose, Vita Brevis Press, 2021.
Passions: Love Poems and Other Writings, Vita Brevis Press, 2020

The foreword of Petals of Haiku: An Anthology and a reading of two haiku by David Garcรญa

Dear Readers,

Literary Revelations plans to release Petals of Haiku: An Anthology on May 30 [tentative date].

I would like to share with you the foreword I wrote and my reading of two wonderful poems written by one of our contributors David Garcia. I hope you enjoy. Thank you!


Petals of Haiku – Foreword


Literary Revelations invites you to immerse yourself in the captivating world of “Petals of Haiku: An Anthology.” This superb collection features the work of over 160 talented poets, each contributing four exquisite haiku, in just a few cases only three.

Petals of Haiku is not just an anthology that Literary Revelations is proud to publish. Itโ€™s a masterpiece that encapsulates the essence of haiku poetry. The spectacular haiku writers featured in this collection bring to life the delicacy of seasons and the profound range of human emotions, from joy to grief, in a way that is both delightful and deeply moving.

Haiku, the beloved Japanese poetic form, has the power to distill life’s fleeting moments into magical verses. Within the pages of โ€œPetals of Haiku,โ€ you’ll discover both traditional and nontraditional interpretations of this timeless art, each one a masterful display of precision and emotion.

This anthology is a true feast for the senses, inviting you to pause, reflect, and savor the simple elegance of these poetic gems. Whether you’re a seasoned haiku enthusiast or new to the genre, โ€œPetals of Haikuโ€ will leave an indelible mark, inspiring you to see the world through fresh, enlightened eyes.

We would be truly honored if you would immerse yourself in this captivating collection. Prepare to be transported, moved, and transformed by the โ€œPetals of Haiku.โ€

The art on the cover is done by the award-winning painter Hikari who sets the tone for what awaits inside โ€“ a world where words dance off the page and into your heart. The background photo belongs to award-winning Japanese photographer Naoki Kimura and adds another layer of beauty to this already exquisite collection; and the beautiful cover is designed by Iuliana Irimia, a wonderful Montreal artist.

Gabriela Marie Milton,
Editor, Author, Publisher


Two haiku by David Garcia and a short introductiona reading



Gabriela Marie Milton
2022 Pushcart Prize Nominee
Publisher, Editor, Award Winning & #1 Amazon Bestselling Author
Books:

Hidden in Childhood: A Poetry Anthology (ed.), Literary Revelations, 2023
Wounds I Healed: The Poetry of Strong Women (ed.), Experiments in Fiction, 2022.
Woman: Splendor and Sorrow :I Love Poems and Poetic Prose, Vita Brevis Press, 2021.
Passions: Love Poems and Other Writings, Vita Brevis Press, 2020

Reading PS Conway’s poem – “gentle”

Dear Readers,

Happy Monday. May you have a fabulous week ahead. As some of you may know Literary Revelations will publish Echoes Lost in Stars, a wonderful poetry book by PS Conway, on March 17, 2024.

Below is my reading of the poem “gentle” included in Echoes Lost in Stars. I hope you enjoy it.



gentle, the night breeze sighs
warm upon my cheek
breathing short and gaspt along my ear
sliding soft and tender โ€˜cross star-bared shoulders
eyes close
lips part

gentle, the night breeze sighs
full into my soul
pleading long and thick upon my heart
searching hard and ancient anent my source
eyes widen
spirit departs

i am, the night breeze sighs



Gabriela Marie Milton
2022 Pushcart Prize Nominee
Publisher, Editor, Award Winning & #1 Amazon Bestselling Author
Books:

Hidden in Childhood: A Poetry Anthology (ed.), Literary Revelations, 2023
Wounds I Healed: The Poetry of Strong Women (ed.), Experiments in Fiction, 2022.
Woman: Splendor and Sorrow :I Love Poems and Poetic Prose, Vita Brevis Press, 2021.
Passions: Love Poems and Other Writings, Vita Brevis Press, 2020