NEW CONTRIBUTORS IN AUGUST
Diana Dalton--United States
Mary Couch--United States
Maureen Sudlow--New Zealand
Caroline Skanne--United Kingdom
Marlene Million--United States
Dayva Ann Learned--United States
Shivapriya Ganapathy--India
Molly Moore--United States
Please welcome them to our community. We now have representatives from the following countries--Australia, Botswana, Canada, Canary Islands, England, France, Germany, India, Israel, Malawi, New Zealand, Nigeria, Philippines, Portugal, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Turkey, United Kingdom, United States and Wales. I look forward to expanding this list in the future. Thank you to everyone that has supported Whispers in any way. --Sincerely, Karen
We have a world wide audience. If you are currently reading Whispers, please consider submitting a poem for consideration. You may contact Karen at gksm@cableone.net for guidelines. Thank you.
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ANNOUNCEMENTS
Peter Dome released his first book of poetry called Love, Life and Inspiration, a collection of poems written from the heart. It is suitable for everyone with a wide range of topics including, nature, wisdom and spirituality. Peter hopes his book will bring a lot of
pleasure to others. It is available at Lulu.com.
Maralee Gerke has published a new book of poetry called A New Lexicon. If you are interested please ask for more information at mgerke@crestviewcable.com
Jack Horne announces the release of his short story collection, Some Dark Tales. This e-book is currently available from Amazon.co.uk, price £1.81, and Amazon.com, price $2.99
Zona Lawrence has a website called jazopublications.com to help writers with hints and tips to be a better reader of his/’her work. Please come to visit, learn and comment.
Sheri Stanley has opened a new web site and invites you to visit at: www.poetryandbeyond.net Please leave comments and visit often.
Shloka Shankar has a poetry page on Facebook called 'Shloka Shankar: a rasika's musings'. To read more of her poems, please visit: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Shloka-Shankar-a-rasikas-musings/745965042120215?ref_type=bookmark
Lisa DeVinney has a website for her devotional poetry called Lifting My Eyes, at liftingmyeyes.com
Carolyn Devonshire, Sandra Stefanowich and Jack Horne announce the release of their collaboration poetry book, Shades of Darkness and Light. This book is currently available from eTreasuresPublishing.com, price $2.50 http://jmhorneghosthunt.blogspot.com/
Jack Horne announces the release of his debut novel, A Ghost Hunt: a paranormal romance. This book is currently available from eTreasuresPublishing.com, price $3.99
http://jmhorneghosthunt.blogspot.com/
Karen O’Leary released Whispers, her first book of poetry in 2011, published by APF Publisher. It has been getting good reviews and is available at online at www.lulu.com (Search Whispers under Karen O'Leary) or contact Karen at gksm@cableone.net
John W. (Bill) Williams published a science fiction book that he also illustrated called The Dream Hill. To order copies from Xlibris Company call 1-888-795-4274 or go to www.Xlibris.com The website provides sample pages of the book for interested readers.
PUBLICATION/CONTEST OPPORTUNITIES
Please consider supporting The Jokester and Creative Inspirations by sending stamps or other small donations to help with postage. Thank you for considering this. ---Karen
Maurice J. Reynolds, the editor of the poetry publication Creative Inspirations, is seeking poetry 20 lines or less for his print magazine. Complete guidelines are available at www.tgbtgpublictions.com Stamps or cash donations would be appreciated to help with mailing costs.
Jean Calkins, editor: The Jokester, 2 pages of clean jokes free by email monthly, a forever stamp by snail mail (monthly or quarterly). Help bring smiles to shut-ins by contributing forever stamps. Even one stamp helps. Jean Calkins, 260 4th St., Waynesville, NC 28786-3762. jcalkins01@charter.net
David Fox is seeking family-friendly poems for his magazine, The Poet's Art. Rates for the publication are $5 an issue or $20 for a 4 issue subscription. Checks should be made to cash. Foreign contributors should pay $10 by international money order or American cash only. Send submissions and money for subscriptions to David Fox,171 Silverleaf Lane, Islandia, NY 11749 USA.
Whispers is always looking for new writers to join our community. Please send family friendly poems 20 lines or less to gksm@cableone.net Complete guidelines posted 1/21/2013. Thank you to everyone who has already contributed to the site.
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August was a significant month for me, thanks to Caroline Skanne pointing me toward the direction of this site. I now have this page bookmarked, and try to stop by on a regular basis, where I know I will find fantastic poetry, written by incredibly talented artists, as well as some really nice people... Congratulations to those noted for hitting high water marks. Thanks to Karen for compiling all this, and getting the word out, in this fine, detailed post.
ReplyDeleteSee you in September, Myke
Dear Michael,
DeleteYour encouraging words are so appreciated here at Whispers. I look forward to publishing your poem in a few days. I'm glad Caroline pointed you this way too. It is a pleasure to work with so many gifted writers.
Best wishes,
Karen
August brought with it more amazing poetry and another viewing milestone for Whispers. Congratulations to Karen for such a wonderful site and congratulations to all of you who have been published and featured here. Thank everyone, as well, who have become friends with me and have submitted poetry to my publication, Creative Inspirations. -MJ
ReplyDeleteDear Maurice,
DeleteIt is your continued encouragement and other bright lights like you that make Whispers possible. Thank you for sharing your talent and ongoing support. It is greatly appreciated.
Blessings,
Karen
thank you Karen for all the hard work you put in to make this a magical place. grateful to be part of Whispers ... and i look forward to what September has to bring! with love, caroline x
ReplyDeleteDear Caroline,
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful encouraging and talented you addition you already are at Whispers in your short time here. Thank you for all the encouraging words for me and other contributors. It is a pleasure to have you here.
Best wishes,
Karen
How exciting to have so many new contributors to Whispers; Welcome to Whispers, Diana Dalton, Mary Couch, Maureen Sudlow, Caroline Skanne, Marlene Million, Dayva Ann Learned, Shivapriya Ganapathy and Molly Moore. You will find here such talented, caring and encouraging individuals. I am looking forward to reading more of your great poems. Karen always picks the best poems for Whispers.
ReplyDeleteLove, Charlene
Dear Charlene,
DeleteYou are such a kind-hearted person always welcoming and encouraging others. What a blessing to have you a part of Whispers. Thank you for all you do.
Love,
Karen
Thanks Karen, and the Whispers community. I loved seeing what other poets are publishing, and you are doing a great service
ReplyDeleteDear Maureen,
ReplyDeleteWhat a pleasure to have you here at Whispers! Thank you for all your support and encouragement. Your kind words mean a lot to me.
Warm wishes,
Karen
Welcome to all at Whispers! Let us also not forget we have (a) representative(s) from the lovely tiny island of Malta, too!:))
ReplyDeleteDear Paul,
ReplyDeleteAnd a talented and kind-hearted Malta representative from Malta all rolled in one. Thank you for all your support and encouragement. So good to have you a part of Whispers.
Best wishes,
Karen
Hi, Karen, it seem the old adage " hard work makes success" - is true and in your case it is proved to be the case! Your site is incredible and pure and such an inspirational joy to pop in to enjoy a relaxing moment reading............. thank you for the privilege! Sheri / www.poetryandbeyond.net
ReplyDeleteDear Sheri,
ReplyDeleteI is encouraging and talented people like you that make Whispers possible. Thank you for your kind words and uplifting voice. Best wishes with all your writing endeavors.
Blessings,
Karen
I am both pleased and honored to be a new contributor to Whispers. Karen does a great thing for poets across the globe by providing them with such a professional forum to display their work!!
ReplyDeleteDear Tom,
ReplyDeleteThank you for your kind words. It's so good to have you a part of Whispers. Best wishes with all your writing endeavors.
Karen