I am truly honored to host my dear friend Harmony Kent today on The Indie Spot. I am excited to help her with the launch of a new collection of poetry. Take it away, Harms!
Hi, Beem. Thanks so much for hosting me today. It’s always wonderful to visit with you. Here’s a little bit I’d love to share about my latest book of poetry …
From Lonely Soul:
Hello?
Sitting at a crowded table
Good food, good friends, good wine
And still a silent tear escapes
The corner of my eye
Surreptitious wipe
Hoping nobody sees
Their sympathy will only
Bring me to my knees
And who could truly understand
This empty chair in which I sit
Or the ache masked by my laughter
Is there anyone there?
When I wrote this poem, I had recently moved down to Cornwall after leaving the Zen Buddhist Monastery, where I’d spent about 13 years in a thriving community. The juxtaposition from being surround by people, even if we spent much time in contemplative silence, to the utter emptiness of a house with only me in it, was massive. While I soon made friends, every night—and most days—saw me alone with my own company. Disabled and aged forty, I held little hope of meeting a soul with whom I could spend my life. Also, because I had suddenly entered such a different life than that of the monastery, I felt the odd one out. How many of us have felt alone in a crowd at some point in our existence?
Hello is all about that search for belonging. I hope you enjoyed this poem and would love to know what you think.
The Book!
Life & Soul is the second book in the Soul Poetry Series by acclaimed author Harmony Kent.
This beautiful collection of over fifty poems will take the reader through the highs and lows of everyday life via contemporary poetry in a range of styles and themes. Within these pages, you will find reflections on the Lonely Soul, the Seeking Soul, Brief Soul, Friendly Soul, and the Loving Soul—states of mind and living and longing we each experience over the course of a life.
Life & Soul offers something for lovers of poetry from all walks of life.
Praise for Slices of Soul, Book 1 in the Soul Poetry Series:
“I found my answer in this wonderful treasure-trove and have already read it three times.” Robert Fear
“I found in Slices of Soul something approaching aesthetic bliss, a sense of being connected in some way to other states – like tenderness, kindness, ecstasy – where art is the norm.” Colm Herron
“A stunning collection of poems that I read in one sitting! Unable to simply put this down until I had read the last. I love the clarity of the short poems, such clear images created in so few words or phrases. Many of them touched my heart and I will be giving them a 2nd and 3rd read!” Audrina Lane
Universal Link: mybook.to/LifeAndSoul
AUTHOR BIO:
Harmony Kent spent 13 years in a Zen Buddhist monastery, where she faced her demons and overcame devastating low self-esteem and found freedom. After a life-changing injury, Harmony returned to the world at the tender age of 40, and her life as a writer began.
Harmony is an award winning multi-genre author, and her publications include:
The Battle for Brisingamen (Fantasy Fiction) AIA approved
The Glade (Mystery/Thriller) AIA Approved/BRAG Medallion Honouree/New Apple Literary Awards Official Selection Honours 2015
Polish Your Prose: Essential Editing Tips for Authors (Writing/Editing) New Apple Literary Awards Top Medallist Honours 2015
Finding Katie (Women’s Fiction)
Slices of Soul (Soul Poetry Series: Book 1)
Life and Soul (Soul Poetry Series: Book 2)
Interludes (Erotic Short Stories)
Interludes 2 (Erotic Short Stories)
Moments (Short Stories and Poetry)
Jewel in the Mud (Zen Musings)
Polish Your Prose (How to Self-Edit)
Creative Solutions (Creative Writing Inspiration)
Backstage (Erotic Romance and Thriller)
FALLOUT (Post-Apocalyptic Dystopia) BRAG Medallion Honouree
The Vanished Boy (Psychological Thriller)
As well as being an avid reader and writer, Harmony also offers reviews and supports her fellow authors. Harmony is always on the lookout for talent and excellence, and will freely promote any authors or books who she feels have these attributes.
twitter: @harmony_kent
Goodreads: Harmony Kent
BookBub: Harmony Kent
Story Empire (co-authored blog): Harmony Kent
Thanks so much for having me over to visit with you, Beem! It’s lovely to be here. Have a wonderful day 💕🙂
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You are most welcome, Harmony. I am thrilled to have you here on my blog.
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Harmony, I am so grateful that you can share so beautifully from your soul, this world is a better place as a result!
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Oh, Annette, what a wonderful thing to say! From the bottom of my heart, thank you. Hugs 💕🙂
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Thanks for stopping by, Annette.
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A very poignant poem, Harmony that many people can relate to. Thank you for hosting today, Beem.
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Thanks so much, Joan. That means a lot 💕🙂
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Thank you for visiting, Joan.
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Enjoying your tour, Harmony.
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Great! Thanks, Craig 💕🙂
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Thanks for the visit, Craig!
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June 3rd is just around the corner, exciting!
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Can’t believe how quickly the time is going! Thanks, Priscilla 💕🙂
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Thanks for stopping by, Priscilla.
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Such a beautifully poignant poem, Harmony. 💗 I’m so looking forward to reading your collection. Thank you, Beem, for hosting Harmony today.
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Thanks so much, Gwen. I’m so thrilled with everyone’s response to the poems I’ve shared so far! Hugs 💕🙂
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Thank you, Gwen, for stopping by and showing your support for Harmony.
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You perfectly captured the loneliness and sadness of someone suffering through an adjustment in life. Nicely done, Harmony. Wishing you the best with your release.
Beem, thanks for hosting.
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That’s fantastic. Thanks so much for saying so, Staci! 💕🙂
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Thank you for visiting, Staci.
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That’s such a powerful poem, Harmony, especially knowing the story and emotion that brought it to fruition. I look forward to reading the entire collection in Life & Soul.
Thanks for hosting Harmony today, Beem.
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That makes me so happy. Thanks so much, Mae! 💕🙂
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Thank you for the visit, Mae.
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Loved the poem and best of luck with your book. Thanks for hosting, Beem.
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Fantastic. Thanks so much, Judi 💕🙂
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Thank you for stopping by, Judi.
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It must have indeed been a shock to the system. Your poem perfectly captures your mood at the time.
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It sure was! Thanks so much, Stevie 💕🙂
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Thanks for the visit, Stevie.
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You’re welcome!
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A beautiful poem from Harmony about a feeling I think many of us have felt at one time or another. Many congrats on the new release, Harmony. Thanks for hosting, Beem. 🙂
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So delighted you enjoyed today’s poem! Thanks so much, Diana 💕🙂
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Thank you for stopping by, Diana.
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Heartbreaking, Harmony. The ache you were feeling bled from the words you used in this poem- sad but beautiful.
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Thank you for stopping by and leaving a comment, Jacquie.
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That means a lot! Thanks so much, Jacquie 💕🙂
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Congratulations to Harmony and thanks Beem for hosting her today.
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Thanks for the visit, John.
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Thanks, John 💕🙂
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Such a heartfelt poem, Harmony, and it’s so easy to feel your loneliness. Wishing you tons of sales!
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Thank you for stopping by, Teri.
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Thanks so much, Teri! Much appreciated 💕🙂
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I can relate so much to that poem, Harmony! Thanks for sharing her book and poem with us today, Beem! 🙂
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Thank you for stopping by and showing your support for Harmony, Yvette.
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That’s great! Thanks so much, Yvi 💕🙂
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This poem is so full of emotion, Harmony. I relate to it from the standpoint of losing my husband and always being alone. Just beautiful. Thank you, Beem, for hosting!
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Thank you for visiting, Jan.
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Thanks for your moving and heartfelt comment and all your support, Jan 💕🙂
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That poem touched me, Harmony. Its a place I think we’ve all visited at one point in our lives. Thanks for hosting, Beem 🙂
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For sure. I’m so pleased the poem touched you. Thanks, Denise 💕🙂
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Thank you for stopping by, Denise.
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Oh goodness, where to start… Beem, thank you for hosting our talented friend on your site. I always enjoy seeing the familiar faces. Not just in the post, but the comments too. Harmony, congrats on your latest work of art. The cover is beautiful! And the poem you’ve shared with us brings so many emotions. I’m thankful you share your work with us and the world.
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Thank you for your wonderful comments, Mar. I am always happy to find your words here.
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Oh, Mar! Thank you so much for your wonderful words! You are so kind. It’s always lovely to see you. I’m thrilled you love the cover and poem. That makes my day! Hugs 💕🙂
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Wonderful feature with Harmony here today Beem. Love the poetry and look forward to reading. Congrats Harmony! ❤
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Thanks for stopping by, Debby. Much appreciation.
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Thanks so much, Debby! 💕🙂
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I keep hopping from Harmony blog to Harmony blog:) I’m thrilled to see her here.
Beautiful poetry, Harmony. I can’t wait to dive into your first one.
Thanks so much for hosting, Beem:)
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Yay! Thanks so much for following me around the web and for all your support, Sandra! Hugs 💕🙂
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Thanks for hopping on over, Sandra. 😊
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