Category Archives: Book Review

Daily Haiku Special: March 20, 2021–New Poetry Collection by Barbara Tate!

Posted on March 19, 2021 by Charlotte Digregorio

Barbara Tate, a very accomplished writer and author of many genres, has just published “far more than I ever was: haiku, tanka and haibun.” It’s a very attractive, generous, and endearing collection by someone whose work is often featured on … Continue reading →

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Nov. 2, 2020 Special: The Daily Haiku

Posted on November 1, 2020 by Charlotte Digregorio

October sugar maples undressing top down by Donna Bauerly (USA) Charlotte Digregorio reviewed this book authored by Poet Donna Bauerly on Goodreads– a must-read for haikuists! Donna Bauerly is the author of Raymond Roseliep: Man of Art Who Loves the … Continue reading →

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Just What We Need: Thoughtful and Humorous Poetry about Angels

Posted on August 29, 2020 by Charlotte Digregorio

During this pandemic, many people have probably tapped into spirituality, even if they aren’t religious. Since childhood, we’ve always been intrigued by the idea of guardian angels who walk with us and protect us when we need them. Now, we … Continue reading →

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New Reviews of Ripples of Air: Poems of Healing

Posted on August 16, 2020 by Charlotte Digregorio

Here are some of the latest reviews of my new poetry/reference book, Ripples of Air: Poems of Healing. (236 pages). Thanks to all of you who’ve taken the time to read my book and  to comment! Much appreciated! Keep writing … Continue reading →

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Read This New Poetry Collection

Posted on August 1, 2020 by Charlotte Digregorio

A new collection, arrhythmia: haiku by Bruce H. Feingold takes us on the adventure of the poet’s life and renews our spirit with acceptance, gratitude, and wonder for our own journeys. Feingold, a psychologist, and award-winning haikuist of three other … Continue reading →

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Book Review: New Poetry Collection by Michael Escoubas

Posted on July 4, 2020 by Charlotte Digregorio

In Steve Henderson in Poetry and Paint, by Poet Michael Escoubas, we are offered an exceptional collection of ekphrastic poems complementing the art pieces of Henderson, a nationally-known painter. Escoubas’ poems are inspired by thirty-two of Henderson’s pieces, the latter … Continue reading →

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Read This Great Review Posted Today!

Posted on July 1, 2020 by Charlotte Digregorio

http://highlandparkpoetry.org/reviewsthanks.html Many thanks to Michael Escoubas for reviewing my new book, and writing a terrific review at that!

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A New Book by Seasoned Author and Editor Robin Stratton!

Posted on June 28, 2020 by Charlotte Digregorio

The measure of evaluating whether autobiographical poems and essays are entertaining and thoughtful is when you feel as if you’ve know the author all your life, despite never having met her. This is how readers will feel after reading Robin … Continue reading →

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Book Review–Read Jennifer Dotson’s Delightful Classic: Clever Gretel

Posted on June 14, 2020 by Charlotte Digregorio

  Poet Jennifer Dotson’s classic, Clever Gretel, is a generous collection of poems of self-realization and reminiscences. Her style throughout is imaginative, elegantly simple, and delightful. Through her imagination, she transforms the familiar into the unique. The book is reader-friendly, … Continue reading →

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Blog Special: A Stunningly–Beautiful Poetry Collection by Mary Jo Balistreri

Posted on June 6, 2020 by Charlotte Digregorio

In Gatheriing the Harvest, Mary Jo Balistreri has created a stunningly-beautiful, deeply personal, and generous poetry collection that brings us closer to insights, truths, and wisdom relevant to our lives. Balistreri has the courage to face life’s challenges and write … Continue reading →

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