Poetry & Prose

something old something new something borrowed something blue

And page by page, the page became I do: The ring, the dress, the hand, the silver light; The vow, the body, all I carried through Arrived like stars arranged into one night.

i have always believed the safesT place for a confeSsion is inside a poem. the world will call it beautiful. one reader, if i'm fortunate, will call it true. call it what you want to.

Epistolary fractions throughout the eras. Written for & inspired by: you.

Hiraeth is the story of what’s left after love dies, the haunting, the ache, and the parts of me I buried to keep him alive. These poems are my aftermath. My confessions written in ruin. They trace the shape of devotion long after it’s turned to decay, worship turned to grief, affection to obsession, love to something unholy. I wrote this book for the ones who loved too deeply and were left behind, still holding the echo. It’s about staying long after you should have gone, and learning how to leave even when it feels like dying. If All About You was the love story, Hiraeth is the haunting that followed. If home was never real, this is my proof that I still believed it could be.

Let this book be your good luck charm. Anon, author of This is a sign., is back with her second collection of poetry and prose, This is good luck. This is good luck. brings readers on a reflective journey through anon’s early formative experiences and the reverberation of these experiences throughout her life. It touches on themes of betrayal, review, and reckoning.

From bestselling sapphic poet June Bates comes a brand new collection of never before seen poetry and musings on love, loss, heartache, and queer resilience.

Did she leave the stage in silence? Was it candle, was it blade? Was it love turned into violence, Or some darker masquerade? No witness ever certain, No voice will quite agree; The truth lies hid behind the curtain, Not yet revealed to thee.

Love is a milk-blue bruise of light, a hush caught under glass. It blooms when you lean close, goes pale when you pass. Not quarried but conjured, heat marrying sand. An iridescent moon I wear like a second, trembling hand. I am opalite, and loving you is learning how to keep a patient, factory star alive. To wake, and not to weep.

And, baby, that's show business for you.

A collection of poems.

Once a rising star of the music industry, Harlett had everything—but nothing ever lasts. A tragic incident tore her world apart, forcing her to abandon the life of a performer. But the past had its way of finding her, creeping back in the form of blurry memories. When unexpected faces from her past reappear, she struggles to unmask their mystery. Will her voice rise to the surface, or will the searing past silence her forever?

Twelve days before the release of her twelfth album, the world’s biggest pop star invites twelve superfans to a private listening party on a wave-battered island. The venue? Half mansion, half stage, all surveillance. The instructions are simple: no phones, no leaving, no lying. The reward? Hear the new album first… if you make it to the end. What begins as a dream night of Easter eggs and puzzle-hunts turns into a locked-room nightmare when a familiar voice starts listing each guest’s worst boundary breaches—stalking, doxxing, leaks, “fan” fiction—and the house answers every sin with a consequence. Cameras blink. Smart doors seal. Tracks tick by. Fans drop dead. Someone invited the wrong kind of love into the house—and someone is running the show on murder. Every hallway hums with misdirection. Every clue is a trap or a key. And the album always plays to the end. The Album of a Showgirl is a razor-edged, darkly funny thriller about obsession, privacy, and the stories fans tell themselves. Part Agatha Christie, part Black Mirror, this propulsive mystery unfolds in 12 “tracks,” each a set piece of puzzles, red herrings, and gasp-worthy reveals. It’s a satire with teeth—and a heartbeat you can feel in your palms. Press play. Trust no one. And remember: the show always goes on.

When rising star Lena Moreau steps into the limelight, she thinks she’s found her dream. But dreams have a cost—and in Velour Palace, every curtain conceals a debt. Rivalries, betrayals, and obsessions simmer just out of sight, pulling her deeper into a world where glamour becomes a trap and applause sounds like chains. On stage, the showgirls look like goddesses—untouchable, adored, eternal. But when the spotlight fades, the glitter hides something else entirely: whispers in the wings, secrets traded in smoke-filled rooms, and shadows that watch more closely than the audience ever could. Dazzling, dark, fast paced, and filled with twists, Life of a Showgirl is a high-wire thriller of ambition and survival—a page-turner story of women caught between the stage that elevates them and the secrets that could destroy them. Step inside Velour Palace. The show is about to begin. Life of a Showgirl contains mature themes, including violence, manipulation, trauma, and references to exploitation, sexual coercion and power abuse. Reader discretion is advised.

Twyla Forsti has lived her entire life under the lights. To the world, she is untouchable - a glittering showgirl, a headline, a voice that can stop a stadium cold. But behind the sequins and choreography lies a woman unraveling, caught between heartbreak, reinvention, and the relentless demands of an audience that refuses to let her breathe. When old flames resurface and new love tests her carefully staged world, Twyla finds herself torn between the persona everyone wants and the person she is still discovering. Each song she writes bleeds with anger, joy, and confession, until she realizes the stage is no longer a place to hide - it's where she'll finally set herself free. The Death of a Showgirl is a novel about fame, heartbreak, friendship, and rebirth - and the courage it takes to stop performing and start living.

QUEER IS QUEEN is a raw, radiant poetry collection that journeys from personal awakening to collective liberation. With lyrical fire and bold softness, the poet reclaims queerness as both identity and revolution—unearthing buried truths, honoring the divine feminine, and rewriting the rules of love, power, and self-expression. Written for the queer, the closeted, and the quietly questioning, this is a manifesto in verse—an anthem for anyone who’s ever been told they are too much or not enough. These poems break the binary, baptize the body, and remind us that queerness is not a crime to conceal, but a crown to wear proudly. Perfect for fans of Andrea Gibson, Glennon Doyle, and Taylor Swift, QUEER IS QUEEN is a poetic portal of truth, love, and unapologetic power.

Easter eggs and other delicacies.

For the ones who feel too much—and the ones who feel nothing at all. This is for the overthinkers, the romantics, the heartbreak survivors. For the people who love too hard, hurt too deeply, and heal in jagged pieces. This is poetry for the ones who fall apart and call it art. Inside these pages lives a collection of poems and prose written through the lens of someone living with Borderline Personality Disorder—exploring the beautiful chaos of love, lust, longing, heartbreak, obsession, and emotional intensity. If you’ve ever found yourself caught in a toxic relationship… If you’ve ever loved someone who left, came back, and left again… If you’ve ever wanted too much, felt too much, or bled too quietly— This book is for you.

I dream in grayscale, under flickering lights, Neon confessionals on weeknight flights. The city hums soft like a prayer I forgot, Acode in the static, a ghost in the plot. Your voice was a glitch in the vinyl of June, Aloop of goodbye under silicon moons. You kissed me like data—cold, infinite, deep, Then vanished like secrets machines never keep. I danced through the firewalls, barefoot and blind, Chasing a love that was lost in the lines. Heartbreak in code, romance in decay, He said, “You’re the future,” then faded away. NowIwearmymascara like a mourning veil, Watch lovers in pixels, each doomed fairytale. Silent algorithms sing sweet in my ear— “He never existed. He was never here.”

In a world where loyalty is law and betrayal is a death sentence, love has no rules. Delilah Cruz thought she had escaped the violence of her past. Trading her ties to the notorious Black Vipers for a quiet, independent life, she was determined to leave the bloodshed and chaos behind. But when her estranged brother, Axel, calls to deliver the devastating news of their father’s death, Delilah is thrust back into the world she swore to forget. Forced to help the Black Vipers in their escalating war, she becomes a reluctant pawn in a dangerous game of power and revenge. Ryder "Wraith" Kane, Vice President of the Crimson Reapers MC, has devoted his life to protecting his club and crushing their enemies. When whispers of an alliance between the Black Vipers and the Iron Serpents reach his ears, Ryder knows the Reapers must strike first. His calculated ambush leaves Delilah in his hands—a captive who may be the key to unraveling the Vipers’ plans. As the lines between duty and desire blur, Delilah and Ryder find themselves drawn together despite the war raging around them. But in a game where trust is dangerous and betrayal is fatal, their connection could become the very weapon that destroys them both. Savage Loyalty is a dark, gritty romance where power clashes with passion, and the only certainty is that no one escapes unscathed. For fans of high-stakes action and searing chemistry, this story will leave you breathless.

The open road is their kingdom, their leather cuts a crown of rebellion, and their loyalty is as fierce as their vengeance. The Crimson Reapers MC rule their world with ruthless precision, but in the violent underbelly of motorcycle clubs, power is never safe, and enemies are never far away. As rival clubs circle like wolves, alliances crumble, and betrayals strike from within, the Reapers face threats at every turn. Each battle leaves scars, each secret deepens the cracks in their brotherhood, and every forbidden passion threatens to unravel the fragile balance of their reign. In a world where violence answers every question and love comes with bloodstains, the Reapers must decide what’s worth fighting for—and who’s worth dying for. Dark, addictive, and laced with danger, the Crimson Reapers MC series takes you on a high-stakes ride through betrayal, revenge, and raw, unrelenting desire. The line between loyalty and destruction has never been thinner, and only the ruthless survive. Buckle up—this ride will leave you breathless.

i came with love as my weapon hands trembling but honest. you brought a war i never asked for. but still — i stood sharp. silver-tongued. tip to handle. quiet fury in a world that only honors the loud. — a knife to a gunfight

Sometimes love doesn’t work out, but the memories stick around forever. Clara thought she’d never be able to move on from James, the man she once believed she would build a future with. But years later, she’s created a life of her own—becoming a successful writer, finding strength in her words, and embracing the person she's become. When she unexpectedly sees him again, the rush of memories is undeniable. But this time, Clara is different. She’s no longer the girl she was when she first loved James. Stronger, more at peace, she realizes the answers she once sought won’t come from him. As she walks away, Clara understands that letting go isn’t about forgetting—it’s about accepting the past for what it was, and finding peace in what comes next. But she'll always remember, all too well, their time together.

When smuggler Lyra Voss stumbles upon an ancient artifact tied to the fabled Nexus, she unwittingly awakens a power capable of reshaping the galaxy. Hunted by the ruthless Nexus Consortium and enigmatic alien forces, Lyra and her crew must navigate deadly trials and impossible choices to protect the Nexus from those who would use it to destroy. As the galaxy teeters on the brink of chaos, the Nexus demands balance—and Lyra’s decisions will determine whether worlds survive or fall into darkness. Shattered Balance is a gripping sci-fi adventure of power, sacrifice, and the fight to restore what has been lost.

This is the era of the female rage.

The first six months of the story of us. The story of how I met the love of my life, the woman i would one day call my wife, but how we messed up. Neither of us having any idea what love should feel like. Originally I planned for it to be a sweet love story to be remembered by us, then it turned into a reminder of the reality that not all works out. After all was written, our story continued making this into a chapter, instead of the full story.

A book with all the words I wish i could speak to my family but i will never be able to without ruining everything A book about family Issues, Abandonment and the pains of growing apart

Wishes for the ones that Abused Wishes for the Saviours I had Wishes for the World we live in Wishes for the Abused that Survived From the point of view of somebody who grew up Abused

a collection of poems dedicated a man I once loved and lived with, for six whole years unfortunately he only took the living with part seriously

two hundred poems from the pages of my shattered spirit - an anthology of the war inside my mind, the hole inside my heart and the peace i hope to find in my soul

"Scrawled Diary" is a poignant collection of heartfelt poems that explore the intricate tapestry of love, life, and emotions that will deeply resonate with fans of Rupi Kaur and similar poetic styles. Divided into three chapters—True Love, Reflections of Life, and Relationships and Emotions—the verses delve into the profound depths of human experiences. Each poem captures the essence of our joys, sorrows, and the power of human connections. With its raw and evocative style, "Scrawled Diary" leaves an indelible mark on the heart, celebrating the beauty of vulnerability and the art of expressing our true selves through the written word.

Bestselling sapphic poet, June Bates, returns with her newest collection: love & poetry.

leT uS discover love’s complexity laid bare with an eloquence that both whispers and roars. the tapestry of my heart ripped and mended displayed upon the page smile if you find my confessions ink and evidence hidden in plain sight.............

Things we box to not remember is a personal collection of thoughts, quotes and poetry about life experiences, love, relationships and overall mental health. It touches on topics that we tend to hide away even from ourselves in order to avoid facing them. But just because we don’t face them, doesn’t mean it’s not there consuming space. The sooner we start to unbox the things we don’t talk about, the sooner we’ll allow ourselves to live more freely. Thank you for allowing me to share this. I appreciate everyone who is on this journey with me. As always, please continue to keep an open mind and spread love. Note: Independently Published

"For now, she slumbers.' is a short collection of poetry, drawing upon the inspiration of the great poets that came before. A brutally honest retelling of one's inner monologue, linking a sense of insurmountable guilt and hopelessness into great metaphors spilt through each page.

this is not an album not a department just you and me being forced to write an anthology that was bound to fail

This is a mid 18th century French version of the well known allegorical story of the Little Peasant or Lesser Countryman, issued in German in 1731 a decade or so earlier. Here the seeker of the Philosophers' Stone is instructed by a peasant he meets while out walking. Much of the account focusses on the red and a white flower. This French version was issued in the alchemical compendium Bibliotheque des philosophes chimiques, 1740-54. Translated by Adam McLean.

In "365 Days After You," immerse yourself in a poetic journey that transcends the boundaries of love, loss, and the resilient human spirit. This poignant collection invites you to traverse the emotional landscape of a year without the one who once held the key to your heart. As the days unfold, each poem becomes a mirror reflecting the complexities of healing and rediscovery. With words that weave through the shattered fragments of a love now past, Mr. Den crafts verses that resonate with the broken yet hopeful souls. It's a collection that embraces vulnerability, celebrates resilience, and whispers to the romantic hearts yearning for connection. This is not just a book of poems; it's a sanctuary where the broken find solace and the romantics discover echoes of their own desires. Explore the ebb and flow of emotions, from the depths of heartache to the gentle whispers of hope. "365 Days After You" is an intimate companion for those navigating the delicate balance between love's departure and the emergence of self.

For those of us who are looking for a sign that everything will be okay, this is it. This is a sign. is a stream of consciousness in the form of poetry and prose collected from journals and phone notes written by anon in “the pond” of her twenties, typed on a 1980s Smith Corona Typewriter, and arranged into this collection. It explores themes of home, heartache, heartbreak, and healing.

A detailed survey of the truth or falsity of the phenomenon of Chrysopeiea, the "art of goldmaking." A closely argued mid eighteenth century account of alchemy. Transcribed into modern English by Adam McLean.

This rather engaging alchemical story in the German book, 'Fata Chymica' (The fate of the chemists, describing the true and false alchemists), dating to 1738, is essentially a satire on alchemical enthusiasm in the form of an allegory involving the Goddess Pallas and Mercury, with a host of other interesting supporting characters.

Following up her bestselling collections She Is The Poem and The Lavender Haze, June Bates is back with another book of sapphic poetry. This collection tackles heartbreak, love, and queer identity. It also includes a short retelling of the Hades and Persephone myth.

In "Embrace the Timing," Mr. Den takes readers on a transformative journey towards personal progress and inner strength. Through the chapters "Beauty Blaze," "Stand Strong," and "Personal Progress," Mr. Den explores the ways in which embracing timing can lead to a more fulfilling and meaningful life. Drawing on personal anecdotes and insights, as well as a wealth of research on psychology and personal development, "Embrace the Timing" is a must-read for anyone seeking to live a more intentional and purposeful life. Whether you're feeling stuck in your current situation or simply looking for inspiration, this book will guide you towards a deeper understanding of yourself and the world around you. With its powerful message of hope and possibility, "Embrace the Timing" is sure to resonate with readers of all ages and backgrounds. Don't miss out on this life-changing read.

Eyes Scream is the debut poetry collection of Mr. Den. The book covers the themes of love, missing and healing phases of life.

Following up her bestselling collection She Is The Poem, June Bates is back with her second book. The Lavender Haze is a collection of poetry on sapphic love.

She Is The Poem is a love letter to women and a celebration of sapphic joy. This collection tackles topics like love, finding yourself, coming out, self-care, and femininity.

"Things We Don't Talk About" is a short collection of thoughts, quotes and poetry highlighting some hardships of living with depression and mental illness and the effects it has on relationships with yourself and loved ones. It's a personal lens into the darkest places your mind can take you and the struggle of battling your own mind. It's a peak of what's underneath the surface that most people battle in silence, something you may or may not relate to. If you're reading this, it's not too late and you're not alone. In addition, I just wanted to say thank you for allowing me to share a part of me, whether it was specifically of value to you. I hope to make at least one person in this world to feel less alone. Communication and or expressing our feelings, it's one of the hardest things to do. Often we get discouraged to even try to express ourselves due to the fear of not being understood and or not doing it the "right" way. We are all human and the best thing we can do is to continue trying. Please keep an open mind and always lead with love. Note: Originally published in January 2019, updated version published March 2024.