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Marketing & Promoting Poetry
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Started this discussion. Last reply by Usiku May 24.
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This is a time to be silent in regards to Kanye until we have spoken out for atrocities that affect us all by people like Rush Limbaugh, etc. and until we've spoken out in support of books by the bra ve, like Mumia Abu-Jamal's Jailhouse Lawyers.
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Asante Sana for the responses.
Greetings Usiku,
You could start with your local college. Ask any of the English/Literature professors. I bet you they could tell you if they have any of the programs/classes where the students read their poetry, like the "Storytellers", to each ...
Establish a following (readers) NETWORK ,NETWORK, Network Support & Encourage fellow(ess) poets
You are More than WELCOME to Join My Group The # 1 Arts Group on
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Best Wishes PEACE L...
Could someone please tell me, based on experience, what is the most effective way to market and promote poetry? Just the top 2 to 3 most important things.
Could someone please tell me, based on experience, what is the most effective way to market and promote poetry? Just the top 2 to 3 most important things.
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr's name, image and words are his and his family's. They have the right to do as they please. If we want the right or want to use something for our benefit , we should create our own legacy and stop thinking that Dr. King's...
Good concept.
Profile Information
- Hometown:
- South Suburbs of Chicago, IL
- Currently Reside In: (City, State, Country)
- USA
- I'm a . . .
- Reader, Writer
- Website:
- http://www.usiku.net/poetry-book.htm
- Have You "Freed Your Inner Book" Yet?
- Yes
- What You Need to Know About Me:
- Eloquence: Rhythm & Renaissance is poetry and short stories about personal growth, nature and spirituality. Words so soothing...they melt in your spirit not in your mind.
I wrote it to help people connect with themselves first and understand the connection between art, the natural world and all things.
The degree to which we align ourselves with our purposes is the degree to which we will transcend and be transformed.
I enjoy active outdoor activities such as tennis, swimming, volleyball, bike riding, hiking... as well as indoor activities such as bowling, pool, ping-pong, board games and cards...
Music, singing and dancing are passions and desserts.
Asante Sana
Eloquence: Rhythm & Renaissance, Poetry & Short Stories of ... Writer's Whirlpool | Where Personal Growth, Nature & Spirituali...
Usiku's Blog
I & We Are Strong
I & WE ARE STRONG
I have breast cancer
she said to the world
courageously sharing private pain
voice breaking at the meaning and sound
another step further on uncertain ground
another gift of service to tell us
you can feel fine and still have cancer
early detection is the answer.
I feel strong
I feel strong
as tears pool and spill gracefully
sometimes emotions build suddenly
then she shaved her head
fists raised making triumph her own
singing this beautiful affirming song
I am not… Continue
I have breast cancer
she said to the world
courageously sharing private pain
voice breaking at the meaning and sound
another step further on uncertain ground
another gift of service to tell us
you can feel fine and still have cancer
early detection is the answer.
I feel strong
I feel strong
as tears pool and spill gracefully
sometimes emotions build suddenly
then she shaved her head
fists raised making triumph her own
singing this beautiful affirming song
I am not… Continue
Posted on March 30, 2009 at 9:39pm —
Personal Growth: It's Your Job!
I need a job. I have to go to my second job. I have two or three jobs. My job is... None of these statements are talking about working on personal growth.
Time used working on personal growth is often relegated to “if I have” time. That's like taking care of personal health or personal hygiene at random or when it's convenient or when prompted by talk shows or only around New Year's Resolution time.
You won't fall into this spare time crime if you love yourself. When you love yourself y… Continue
Time used working on personal growth is often relegated to “if I have” time. That's like taking care of personal health or personal hygiene at random or when it's convenient or when prompted by talk shows or only around New Year's Resolution time.
You won't fall into this spare time crime if you love yourself. When you love yourself y… Continue
Posted on December 7, 2008 at 2:07pm —
Book Review: Eloquence: Rhythm and Renaissance, "...forming new connections in your spirit."
Title: Eloquence: Rhythm & Renaissance
Author: Usiku
Genre: Poetry, prose poetry, short stories
Pages: 103
Usiku's work is magnificently written. He has an amazing mastery of the English language and his nature imagery is especially breathtaking. The poems and stories cover wide-ranging human universal themes such as love, religion, nature and family, and are each boldly presented in a genuine, powerful African-American voice.
His book is di… Continue
Author: Usiku
Genre: Poetry, prose poetry, short stories
Pages: 103
Usiku's work is magnificently written. He has an amazing mastery of the English language and his nature imagery is especially breathtaking. The poems and stories cover wide-ranging human universal themes such as love, religion, nature and family, and are each boldly presented in a genuine, powerful African-American voice.
His book is di… Continue
Posted on October 11, 2008 at 9:52pm —
Cool People
Cool People
Bring blessings
like mountain breezes and well water
Soothe
as warm thoughts do
Heal
like spiritual energy
Conspire with the universe
to benefit a doubting world
Cling to confidences
like silence to stillness
Listen
when they need to be heard
Dedicate
purpose to words
Judge themselves
by integrity of life and love
Appreciate you
your dreams
Permeate
humanity with youthfulness
Inspire reachers
to unveil the richness
of God’s grace
Beauty-filled people
Bring blessings
like mountain breezes and well water
Soothe
as warm thoughts do
Heal
like spiritual energy
Conspire with the universe
to benefit a doubting world
Cling to confidences
like silence to stillness
Listen
when they need to be heard
Dedicate
purpose to words
Judge themselves
by integrity of life and love
Appreciate you
your dreams
Permeate
humanity with youthfulness
Inspire reachers
to unveil the richness
of God’s grace
Beauty-filled people
Posted on April 11, 2008 at 3:30am — 1 Comment
To: Natural, My Love
To: Natural, My Love
Natural, My Love
When you embrace your hair
It’s like, you’re with child
Blossoming enhances your smile
You bring to life, fresh air
Your twists, locks, braids and afro stuffs
Add elegance to any room
As glorious as the peacock’s plume
Always the exquisite touch
Natural, My Love
My destiny, your legacy
Mesmerizes like Victoria Falls
As primal spirits call
You captivate and satiate
Texture, length, color, magnificence
Imbued with strength Afrika made
Varied with styles im… Continue
Natural, My Love
When you embrace your hair
It’s like, you’re with child
Blossoming enhances your smile
You bring to life, fresh air
Your twists, locks, braids and afro stuffs
Add elegance to any room
As glorious as the peacock’s plume
Always the exquisite touch
Natural, My Love
My destiny, your legacy
Mesmerizes like Victoria Falls
As primal spirits call
You captivate and satiate
Texture, length, color, magnificence
Imbued with strength Afrika made
Varied with styles im… Continue
Posted on March 18, 2008 at 1:15am — 1 Comment
Comment Wall (14 comments)
- At 7:04am on March 3, 2009,
success said…
- Hello
My name is success i saw your profile today and became intrested in you,i will also like to know you more,and if you can send an email to my email address,i will give you my pictures here is my email address success_jude@yahoo.com) I believe we can move from here! Awaiting for your mail to my email address above.
Miss success PLS CONTACT ME DIRECTLY TO MY EMAIL success_jude@yahoo.com)THANKS
- At 10:35am on January 5, 2009,
Savaslas Lofton said…
- Stopping by to say thank you again for being such a vital part of Coffee Talk.
Savaslas
- At 12:33pm on October 29, 2008,
Anita Diggs said… - Hi Usiku:
This is just a heads up - A new company is starting in 2009. It will publish novels for women over 40. In other words, the main character has to be a female, over 40 years of age. She does not have to be black. The writer's gender and age is not an issue. All genres welcome: general, mystery, romance, historical, etc. Write to Brenda Frazier for more information. Her email address is: writingtimes@aol.com
All best,
Anita
www.diggseditorialservices.com
- At 10:23am on July 30, 2008, Anita Diggs said…
- Usiku:
If you'd like to read a FREE sample evaluation, just email me: anitadiggs@aol.com
- At 4:03pm on July 20, 2008, Anita Diggs said…
- Hi:
If you ever decide to write a novel or a memoir and need a manuscript evaluation, please send me an email at or visit my blog:
anitadiggs@aol.com
http:themanuscripteditor.blogspot.com
My bio: Anita Diggs has worked as a book editor for Random House, Time Warner Trade Publishing and Thunder’s Mouth Press. She has lectured across the country on the topics of novel writing, book proposal development and how to get a literary agent. The New York Times, The Chicago Tribune, C-Span, The New York Daily News have interviewed her. Columbia Journalism Review placed Ms. Diggs on their “The Shapers” list for the year 2000. The Shapers is a list of prominent New Yorkers who shape the national media agenda.
- At 1:39am on July 17, 2008,
Claudia Grace said… - Thanks for the response! Will do. C.
- At 5:28pm on July 15, 2008, Claudia Grace said…
- Hello Usiku! This is a personal invite to join Black
Writer's Voice! This is a Chicago based writers meetup geared towards creating a positive environment where black writer's, aspiring or published, can unite, encourage and network. This is a place to receive live feedback as well as anonymous feedback on that book you've been working on. Our first meeting will be held on Friday, August 1st. For more information go to
http://writers.meetup.com/1004/ Hope to hear from you and Happy Writing! Claudia
- At 3:37pm on May 31, 2008,
The Passion said… - hello Usiku
a look inside my next book
Lovely
It was a picture painted beautiful,
that is my love for you,
it has been a wonder to embrace
the life that flows through the joy of loving someone
as lovely as you
Something created from above,
Gods gift of a perfect love are all the things I have in you,
another something wonderful that has come true
In all that I may ever say surly this is beauty at its best,
a lifetime of happiness
- At 10:36pm on May 9, 2008, Jill said…
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- At 9:41pm on April 12, 2008,
Ruth El said… - My writing and my painting is what keeps me moving and always going forward. I love what I do.
Thanks for your comment.
Ruth
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No one listens to hacks like this. And for someone who is so "intolerant" he (or she) sure knows a hell of a lot about black comic superheroes.
This is the same kind of crap that keeps my material from even being considered by the bigger companies. That's okay, someday I'll be laughing all the way to bank. (If I can stay out of the poor house.) lol
Outstanding!!!!!
htp (peace)
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