Jezebel’s Island: A Mystery Thriller by Gabriela Marie Milton – A Presentation

Jezebel’s Island: A Mystery Thriller by Gabriela Marie Milton – A Presentation

My dear readers and subscribers,

I want to take a moment to present my upcoming novel: Jezebel’s Island: A Mystery Thriller. The book will be released by Literary Revelations in late June or early July.

Step onto Jezebel’s Island, a shadowy realm where reality twists and nothing is as it appears. In this world cloaked in secrets and deception, truth flickers just out of reach, while unseen danger stalks your every move. Who was Jezebel—a ruthless murderer, or a misunderstood victim? The stories whispered across the island contradict themselves, leaving chilling gaps and unanswered questions.

Unravel the tangled web of intrigue: Was Steven truly the son of the former governor, or merely a pawn in someone else’s sinister game? Does Anastasia carry the fate of the island, or is she doomed to repeat its darkest legends? Each answer uncovers deeper enigmas, as betrayals and hidden motives emerge from the shadows.

Prepare for a haunting journey, where every clue uncovers another secret and every revelation brings fresh uncertainty. Coming late June at Literary Revelations—stay tuned for the truth behind the crimes, the endless deceptions, and the mysterious inhabitants of Jezebel’s Island. Who are these enigmatic figures populating a dystopian world, and what destinies entwine their fates? The answers may be more disturbing than you ever imagined.

From the Foreword

….But what is it? We see only glimpses of it, here and there. Our characters never grasp it permanently or totally. It is always a dawning, impartial, and intermittent recognition, symptoms that point imprecisely behind themselves to some hidden origin. It concerns the City’s ultimate sickness, rooted first in the great crime through which it was founded, second in its effort to neutralize, if not forget, this history, and third, in the fresh crimes it commits in Anastasia’s day.

The latter are the softer crimes of established and abundant societies, those crimes of the spirit, freedom, and truth which occur when citizens no longer push for the society that could be, and instead accept the one in which they find themselves or fantasize about a return to an older status quo.

The question lingers: How will Anastasia live up to her name?

Brian Geiger, former Editor, vita Brevis Press

Announcement

Literary Revelations is still reviewing submissions to Haiku for Soulmates. Once the selection is ready, we will send an email to everyone who submitted. We appreciate your patience.

Gabriela Marie Miton,
Author, Editor, Founder of Literary Revelations

Please follow me on IG @gabriela_marie_milton and ob X @shortprose1

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

November Hues – a poem by Gabriela Marie Milton & an update on Haiku and Tanka: Lull, Harmony, and Power in Japanese art.

My dearest followers, I wish you a beautiful and magical November.

The purpose of this post is two fold:

A poem by me
An exciting update on Haiku and Tanka: Lull, Harmony, and Power in Japanese art by Hikari and Gabriela Marie Milton.

Let’s start:

November Hues by Hikari and Gabriela Marie Milton

Somewhere in Northern Europe – My Photo

In November’s breath, the law of beauty sleeps — a hush of gold dissolving into dusk.
Even the dying light adorns the world, as if farewell itself was made of grace.

An update on Haiku and Tanka: Lull, Harmony, and Power in Japanese art.

Literary Revelations is pleased to announce that Haiku and Tanka: Lull, Harmony, and Power in Japanese Art by Hikari and Gabriela Marie Milton is scheduled for publication at the beginning of December, just in time for Christmas presents. Please read more about the book and perspectivism in art HERE. If you go to that post, you will also have the possibility to write haiku or tanka on a new fabulous picture by Hikari.

Thank you, everyone, and I will see you soon!

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:

Haiku and Tanka: Lull, Harmony, and Power in Japanese Art by Hikari and Gabriela Marie Milton – What to expect and a Surprise

My dear followers and subscribers,

This post will explain what to expect from Haiku and Tanka: Lull, Harmony, and Power in Japanese Art by Hikari and Gabriela Marie Milton, forthcoming from Literary Revelations.

I want to make it clear from the beginning: Hikari’s fabulous contribution is much bigger than mine. She painted the art and wrote the tanka. I only wrote the foreword and corresponding haiku, approaching her paintings from a different point of view.

So let’s start, because at the end I have a surprise for you.

Lull, Harmony, and Power in Japanese Art by Hikari and Gabriela Marie Milton

Trim: 8X10 inches
Text: English-Japanese
Amazon premium paper glossy
Foreword and bios in English and Japanese
Hardcover and paperback

The novelty brought by the book – Different interpretations of the same image

Hikari’s vibrant brushstrokes capture emotions and moments in time, while her tanka adds layers of meaning that resonate deeply with each piece. My haiku serves as a reflective lens, offering a different perspective on the same visual stimuli. This interplay between our approaches shows how art can be perceived through varied lenses, highlighting the beauty and meaning of our individual interpretations.

In 2003, when my publishing house, Literary Revelations, was still in its infancy, fate brought me to Hikari through a dear friend. The moment I laid eyes on her paintings; I was utterly captivated; they were a breathtaking homage to Japanese art. Each piece resonated with an ethereal beauty—pastels blending seamlessly with the elegance of fans and the grace of swords. It felt as though time stood still for those few seconds as I absorbed the profound artistry before me. Hikari’s work transcends mere aesthetics; it tells stories steeped in tradition and culture, inviting viewers and readers of tanka into a world where every brushstroke holds meaning.

This encounter ignited a spark within me – a desire to collaborate on a project that would not only showcase Hikari’s incredible talent but also convey my unique vision of the art of haiku. Hikari is Japanese, and she spent her young years in Europe. I am a European who now lives in the US. Together, we decided to create something extraordinary that honors both her heritage and my interpretations of the art of haiku.

In the name of our friendship, HAIKU AND TANKA: LULL, HARMONY AND POWER IN JAPANESE ART was born.

[from the foreword]

When you open the book, here is what you will find [the margins will not be there]

English translation of my haiku: Naoki Kimura.

Surprise

Hikari has painted a new fabulous piece for you and written a new tanka. I just wrote a corresponding haiku. Those pieces will not be included in the book.

HIKARI – TANKA

かの君が去りて始まる季節かな木の傘など　わたしは要らぬ

you walked away then
a new season took its place
more fair than before
your shelter was but a show
I stand alone, unshaken

GABRIELA MARIE MILTON – HAIKU

This earth feels too small,
Umbrella of love unfolds—
Time melts on your skin.

I hope you enjoyed this experience. Sending love and hugs to everyone.

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:

COMING SOON AT LITERARY REVELATIONS – LULLASCAPES IN LIGHT AND SHADOW BY NAOKI KIMURA – COVER REVEAL – MORE ABOUT THE ARTIST

The light is tender, the shadow falls with grace—
delicate, it stirs the ache of beauty.
I linger, awaiting the hush of the lull. 　

NAOKI KIMURA

My dear followers,

I wish you a beautiful weekend filled with love and joy.

LITERARY REVELATIONS’ TEAM is absolutely ecstatic to unveil the stunning cover for our forthcoming album LULLASCAPES IN LIGHT AND SHADOW, crafted by the incredibly talented Japanese artist NAOKI KIMURA. Today, we are filled with excitement to share more about this remarkable album, so let’s dive into the enchanting journey ahead!

THE ALBUM

Trimmed at 8.27 x 11.69 inches, the album is a piece of art for those who love beauty and want to explore Japanese traditional concepts through photography and poetry, presented through the lens and voice of one of the most remarkable Zen Japanese artists.

It’s a collector’s piece.

For those eager to journey deeper into the heart of Japanese culture, there is no more resonant path than one illuminated by the fine art photography and poetry of a preeminent Zen photographer. The album is more than a collection of images or mere words—it is an invitation to see with new eyes, to listen with a still mind, and to experience the world as a fleeting, exquisite moment.

RELEASE DATE

We are proud to let you know that we plan to release LULASCAPES IN LIGHT AND SHADOW at the end of August, when Naoki Kimura’s new exhibition will open at the HILTON TOKYO HOTEL. The exhibition will run until October. In honor of the launch, the artist decided to call his exhibition LULASCAPES IN LIGHT AND SHADOW. Our album will be there!

COVER

We are delighted to present to you the cover of the album.

NAOKI KIMURA -BIOGRAPHICAL NOTES

Naoki Kimura, a fine art photographer and poet, was born in the historic weaving district of Nishijin in Kyoto. In this enclave, centuries-old threads of tradition and artistry are intricately intertwined. Kimura’s work is shaped by the subtle grandeur of Japan’s ancient heart. This cradle of craftsmanship, with its iridescent silks and quiet courtyards, instilled in him an early reverence for the grace found in both everyday moments and the painstaking work of artisans.

In 1987, driven by a yearning for broader horizons, Kimura embarked on a pilgrimage to the United States. By 1990, the creative current of New York had claimed him. New York became both an anchor and a launching point, enabling him to traverse Europe’s storied landscapes. Naoki Kimura’s first album emerged as a radiant homage to the Renaissance that once swept across the heart of Europe. Every image, meticulously crafted and deeply evocative, channels the intellectual fervor, aesthetic grandeur, and passionate spirit that defined that transformative era.

Yet, despite the lure of the world, there remained an inexorable pull toward home. In 2017, with the wisdom of years and an ever-deepening artistic vision, he turned his gaze back to Japan, establishing Tokyo as his creative nexus. Here, amid the contrasting rhythms of ancient temples and neon-lit avenues, he embarked on a new chapter—a return not only to his country of birth but to purpose.

At the core of his photographic meditation lies an exploration of mono no aware—the tender awareness of impermanence and the gentle sorrow that accompanies it. Through his unique sensibility, he distills this concept into what he calls ‘Nagi’: a profound, resonant calm. It is a stillness that is not emptiness but fullness—an echo of all that once was and might yet be. Each photograph, whether of a fleeting shadow on stone or the hush before a storm, seeks to capture the tremor that arises when moment and place converge—a fleeting qualia, the ineffable felt quality of existence itself.

His art is, in essence, the patient recording of these thresholds: the pause where time lingers, suspended in the interplay of light and shadow. Through careful observation, Noaki Kimura makes the invisible manifest; his images invite viewers to inhabit silence, to contemplate the spaces between breath, thought, and sensation.

This singular vision has garnered him a devoted circle of collectors, not only in his native Japan but across the Americas and Europe. To encounter his work is to be reminded of the fragility of beauty, the sweetness of melancholy, and the immense depth that resides within the most unassuming of moments. His photographs are not records of the world, but portals to its soul—each frame a meditation, each composition an invitation to dwell, if only for an instant, in the presence of stillness.

Naoki Kimura’s newest album, Lullascapes in Light and Shadow (Literary Revelations, 2025), is a testimony to his exceptional art and a symphony of refinement and restraint. His Japanese art embraces both quiet contemplation and offers the world a vision where the fleeting and the eternal converge.

SOON WE WILL RELEASE A LIST OF NAOKI KIMURA’S EXHIBITIONS.

Thank you for reading

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 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:

“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.”

Phantasmagoria – Poem by Gabriela Marie Milton and more news about Tranquility: An Anthology of Haiku

Poem

You made a doll and projected your soul into it.
You named it after me.
Oh, your infantile state filled with rage and creativity.
In the end, the earth devours us.
If you give me that doll, I promise
I will show you that we are the planetary twin-peaked mountains.

From black through red through gold,
we will ascend to the sky ending in the exact point where the universe blessed our love.

Our cross will bear fruits.
I love you.
Does it surprise you?
Now, please, give me that doll.

News about Literary Revelations’ Tranquility: An Anthology of Haiku.

Dear Followers

Literary Revelations is thrilled to let you know that Tranquility: An Anthology of Haiku will be released immediately after Easter.

The first page for you:

Have a beautiful 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.”

LITERARY REVELATIONS REVEALS THE FULL COVER OF OUR UPCOMING BOOK: TRANQUILITY: AN ANTHOLOGY OF HAIKU

Posted first in Literary Revelations

My dear followers and contributors, it is with great pleasure that Literary Revelations reveals the cover of Tranquillity: An Anthology of Haiku. The book will be released in late April. Please help me spread the word.

Congratulations again to all contributors!

On the back cover written by me:

Following the overwhelming success of “Petals of Haiku,” which captured hearts and souls and became an Amazon bestseller, Literary Revelations Publishing House brings you “Tranquility: An Anthology of Haiku.” This new anthology will enchant readers with its delicate imagery and transitory moments, which inscribe themselves in eternity. Featuring nearly 260 talented authors, each bringing their talent and unique perspectives, Tranquility invites you to immerse yourself in a world where night flowers bloom and whispers linger in the spring air. Poets are prophets linked to nature. Haiku is their language.

From my heart, thank you to Hikari and Naoki Kimura for their incredible art!

Have a beautiful week, everyone!

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.”

Three Monoku(s) by Gabriela Marie Milton and Updates on Tranquility: An Anthology of Haiku

Skies, imperishable yellows coiled around your finger.

Under the coldness of your eyes, a flower blooms.

Prophesies melt in the waters of a changing time.

UPDATE:

Literary Revelations is thrilled to announce that we have finished the selections for Tranquility: An Anthology of Haiku. If we selected an author, we selected the entire block of five haiku the respective author wrote. We included over 240 authors. This week, you, my dearest contributors, will receive an email of acceptance/and, regretfully, some of you of rejection. Please stay tuned.

Thank you for submitting and making Literary Revelations a great publishing house.

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.”

“With lush language and lavish imagery, Gabriela Marie Milton. evokes a fantastic world ripe with emotion.”
Christina Schwartz

Edited Collections:
#1 Amazon Bestseller, Hidden in Childhood (Literary Revelations)
#1 Amazon bestseller,Petals of Haiku (Literary Revelations)
#1 Amazon Bestseller, Wounds I Healed: The Poetry of Strong Women (EIF)

Art Reveal for Literary Revelations’ Upcoming Book: Tranquility: An Anthology of Haiku

Literary Revelations Publishing House is ecstatic to reveal the art cover for our upcoming book “Tranquility: An Anthology of Haiku.” The cover, painted by award-winning Japanese painter Hikari is a stunning masterpiece that perfectly captures the essence of Japanese art with its captivating design. The delicate brush strokes and harmonious color palette set the tone for what promises to be a truly enchanting collection of haiku. We will offer you an anthology in which each haiku is a true poetic gem, revealing all readers a glimpse into moments of beauty amid our busy lives.

Hikari’s art has only heightened our excitement for the release of “Tranquility,” and we are eagerly counting down the days until we can hold this exquisite book in our hands.

Please remember that we will also include in our book Tranquility: An Anthology of Haiku four splendid artistic photographs that are the work of Japanese award-winning artistic photographer Naoki Kimura. Only one will be revealed here.

Reminders:

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 upcoming book, Tranquility: An Anthology of Haiku. Email five haiku(s) at literaryrevelations@pm.me and label your submission 5 Haiku.

Submission closes February 28.

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:

Artistic Photograph by Naoki Kimura to be included in Literary Revelations’ upcoming Haiku Book Tranquility: An Anthology of Haiku

We are immensely grateful for the generosity of award-winning Japanese artistic photographer, Naoki Kimura who has graciously provided us with four stunning photographs to include in our upcoming poetry book, “Tranquility: An Anthology of Haiku.” Each image encapsulates a unique essence of peace and beauty, perfectly aligning with the theme we wish to convey in this collection. Here is one of them entitled Mercy Blue.

As we eagerly await the completion of Hikari’s – a Japanese award-winning artist too – artwork for the cover, we cannot help but feel thrilled and inspired by this collaboration. The visual artistry will elevate our anthology and offer readers a deeper connection to the tranquility we aim to explore through words. We appreciate Hikari’s dedication and creativity, which will play a pivotal role in bringing “Tranquility” to life. Thank you for being an integral part of this journey!

Reminder:

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 literaryrevelations@pm.me
Label your submission: 5 Haiku
Submissions close on February 28.

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