Step into a world where the simple joys of life are celebrated through the timeless beauty of verse. Poetry Treasures 5: Small Pleasures brings together a vibrant collection of poems from the talented contributors of Robbie Cheadle’s 2024 “Treasuring Poetry” blog series on Writing to be Read. Curated by editor Kaye Lynne Booth and poet Robbie Cheadle, this anthology showcases the unique voices of twelve accomplished poets from around the globe, each sharing their personal reflections on life’s quiet, meaningful moments.
Book blurb
Open the cover and you will discover
Poetry Treasures from the guests on
Robbie Cheadle’s 2024 “Treasuring Poetry” blog series on Writing to be Read.
Join poets DL Mullan, Barbara Harris Leonhard, Jude Itakali, Ivor Steven, Robbie Cheadle, Michelle Ayon Navajas, Gwen M. Plano, Elizabeth Gauffreau, David Bogomolny, Dawn Pisturino, Maggie Watson, and Colleen Chesebro share their own small pleasures in poetic verse.
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Editor
Kaye Lynne Booth is a freelance writer, editor, multi-genre author and independent publisher. She holds dual MFA in Creative Writing – Genre Fiction and Screenwriting, and an M.A. in Publishing.
Editor and contributor
Robbie Cheadle is a South African author, artist, photographer, and illustrator. Robbie has written and illustrated seventeen children’s books, illustrated a further three children’s books, and written and illustrated four poetry books. Her work has also appeared in poetry and short story anthologies.
Contributors
DL Mulan is an award-winning poet holding several college degrees, including a Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies, as well as a Masters of Arts in Teaching and Learning with Technology.
Barbara Leonhard is an award winning poet and the Editor for MasticadoresUSA and Feed the Holy, a literary journal, and the Co-Poetry Editor for LatinosUSA-English Edition.
Jude Itakali is a published poet, writer and fiction author from the suburbs of Kampala, Uganda.
Ivor Steven had numerous poems published in anthologies and on-line magazines. He is an active member of the Geelong Writers Inc. (Australia), and a contributor to “Go Dog Go Café” on-line magazine (America) and “Coffee House Writers” magazine (America).
Michelle Ayon Navajas is an internationally bestselling author known for securing the #1 spot on Amazon within 24 hours of her book releases. She has achieved the remarkable feat of having five consecutive #1 Amazon bestselling books. Michelle’s poetry has also earned significant acclaim.
Gwen M. Plano grew up in Southern California and spent most of her professional life in higher education. Gwen is an award winning and Amazon Best Selling author.
Elizabeth Gauffreau writes fiction and poetry with a strong connection to family and place. Her work has been widely published in literary magazines, as well as several themed anthologies.
David Bogomolny lives with his wife and daughter in Jerusalem. David works as a grant writer for the Jewish Agency for Israel.
Dawn Pisturino’s international publishing credits include poems, short stories, and articles. She is a member of several author organizations.
Maggie was born in Cape Town, South Africa. She now lives in Scotland. Maggie’s work has been published by Gypsophila Zine, Glass Gates Publishing, Spill Words and Edge of Humanity and has also been included in three anthologies.
Colleen M. Chesebro grew up in a bustling Midwestern city. Colleen is a published poet and has also contributed to numerous anthologies featuring short stories, flash fiction, and poetry.