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REBLOG: Exploring Poetry— Nigel Byng’s Brilliant Reading of My Poem
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Dormant Daze: a rengay
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The Lighthouse Beacon: a free verse poem
The Lighthouse Beacon reflects a moment of despair at the edge of a cliff, contemplating loss, and the past. Amidst sorrow, the lighthouse’s guiding light…
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A Crane’s Duet: a free verse poem
The poem “The Crane’s Duet” by Lesley Scoble reflects on the historical journey of the common crane in Britain. Once abundant, the crane became extinct…
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A Sparkling New Dawn: a free verse poem
The poem depicts a chaotic morning routine sparked by an alarm clock. The narrator awakens, throws the clock, and contemplates their partner’s slumber. As they…
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On the Tip of My Tongue: a free verse poem
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Washing Instructions: a free verse poem
The poem “Washing Instructions” humorously advises on shrinking jeans by washing and drying them while wearing them, despite the risk of emerging pink.
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“One memorable time was when the producer called a breakfast meeting at a street café in Fulham. At the cusp of a wintry dawn, we found ourselves waiting for the first bottle of Beaujolais Nouveau to arrive. We cracked it open at 8 am, and I remember it as one of the best collaborative meetings ever!”
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The book features a rebellious take on the traditional rengay form—thirty six poems that bend the rules with humour, raw emotion, and poetic synergy.
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The minimalist poem, Breathless, written and narrated by Lesley Scoble, inspired by Sadje’s #Whatdoyousee Photo Prompt Challenge, reflects on the exhilarating experience of rock climbing.…
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The poem reflects the author’s daily habit of smiling at strangers in London, often met with confusion and suspicion. Despite the city’s gloomy aura, the…

