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A Bed of Roses: 12 Poems for The Soul, by author Reneé Drummond-Brown, depicts beauty, purity and love at first sight. The categories speak volume metaphorically pointing to the Scriptures. The God of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob never promised us a rose garden or for our world-views to be seen through rose-coloured glasses because life isn’t always a bed of roses. Long gone are the days of fine-wine and roses because every rose has its thorn, but through endurance The ‘Son’ will come out tomorrow lightening man’s breast loads of sorrows and have you (once again) smelling of sweet ...

Rape, Is Rape, Is Rape, Is Rape; No Means No, by Reneé Drummond-Brown, sheds light on sexual intercourse carried out forcibly, and/or with a person incapable of granting permission thus making the subject of rape extremely touchy, and victims left-torn with guilt and shame. This book captures physical and psychological torment at the highest-level bringing awareness to the blind who want to maintain the status quo by not challenging the broke system. Drummond-Brown’s poetry book claps back on the status quo without mincing words. The author is very vocal and direct in showing the ...

I AM WOMAN ‘HEAR’ ME ROAR, by: author Reneé Drummond-Brown specifically taps into the sense of sound challenging the reader to drown out outside noises to fully take in and appreciate the authors expressed tone in literature. Therefore, he who has an ear let him and/or her hear Drummond-Brown’s poems blaring from this book across the solemn-silent white pages.

Who Are We Anymore? Book of Poems, by author Reneé Drummond-Brown, will leave the reader pondering how did we arrive at this turbulent crossroad? One thing for sure, two for certain, we know, that we know, cellphones and trends hold our attention at bay from the global catastrophes that detain our mind. Distractions are the new norm, that for certain we do know. Societies present condition and these norms leaves one questioning who, what, where, when, why, and how?

Ink Addict: Book of Poems, by author Reneé Drummond-Brown, are emotional verses creatively written; talk about the phrase “Monkeys on your back,” this book keeps her readers on their toes for fear of missing the chain-supply and demand of her hooked poetic body of words and works. Author Drummond-Brown hears the evil of the 21st century, sees the evil and is unafraid to address ‘IT’ and write about ‘IT’. The poignant yet tender poems are moaned and birthed from a heartfelt place deep within the authors mind’s eye like nobody’s business. Drummond-Brown’s solemn voice is ...

In these trying times of uncertainties Runaway Child ‘Runnin Wild, You Better Go Back Home Where You Belong-Book of Poems, speaks to the community, and parents need to be vigilant, and in constant communication with our youth today, so they don’t get caught up in the madness, wrestling with the unknown. This poetry book displays the struggle, the wrong choices, the bad experiences, and the lessons learned from the world that will hopefully shape, mold, and mature them into becoming the productive adults that they are called to be. Our youth have so much on their plates, including some ...

Blood, Sweat & Tears evokes an inner strength that describes the selflessness and responsibilities expected from womanhood. This book is bonded by a labor of love, joy, pain, and anything in between which ultimately express the genuine sacrifice that comes with the territory of being called a woman, thus showing the world that womanhood matters. Mothers matter. Daughters matter. I matter. Blood, Sweat & Tears depicts the daily footsteps traveled by women on flagged grounds, while strutting gracefully wearing heavy shoes and an invisible crown.

Underground Railroad Poems: There’s a Train a ‘Comin, by author Reneé Drummond-Brown, is a historic ride from the West Congo’s, to down South and onto the Uppity North, on the eastside of town. This melancholy poetic account carries loads of heavy freight and provides easy access to major attractions such as: Africa, slavery, “The Civil Rights Movement” and this so-called thing some call “freedom.” While Moses had the vision to make it plain, Harriet Tubman laid the groundwork for author Drummond-Brown’s mission, to network literature that needs to extend globally ...

What the World Needs Now is Poems Sweet Poems Anthology, by author Reneé Drummond-Brown and mutually respected writers from across the globe who pen philosophical writings saturated in worldviews relating to: culture, subculture, principles, language, struggle, freedom, equality, inequality and war and peace. It has been said that poetry imitates life, therefore this Anthology gives the reader something of old, something new, something borrowed and ‘sum sho-nuff poetic blues.

Me, Myself, and I Poems, sheds light on the word sacrifice, and learning how to cut your loss without the aftermath of guilt. This poetry book is about marking one’s territory, setting ground rules, having moral independence, and knowing when to say, “NO,” it’s about me, myself, and I this time. After giving of myself freely over the years, I decided to save a piece of the story for me, and write this book from the depths of my soul.

Birds of A Feather ‘INK’ Together Global Anthology, by Author Reneé Drummond-Brown and masterful poets from across the globe unfolds the universal truth at the height of safe space. As sure as Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin landing on the moon (July 20, 1969) for the very first-time positing “The Eagle has landed,” our commissioned ink also comes out at night to enlighten the intercontinental sphere posting “The Eagle has Soared.” Furthermore, our words soar on the wings of eagles, our ink runs fluid and does not grow weary, causing us the will to walk it out and not be faint.

A Hope-Line IF Suicide Runs Through the Mind Book of Poems, builds a bridge for people who experience anxiety, and suicidal thoughts. Depression has no respect of person, place or things, and can affect any race, age, social class, and/or sexual orientation. Signs and behaviors are often missed, therefore, it’s extremely important to lend an ear, and listen for silent cries. This poetry book aims to go out to the deep-end, letting our love-ones know that we are all in the same boat, and if, truth be told, several others have experienced those same thoughts. Transparency and communication ...

the Writing On The Wall Global Magazine- Issue 3, by Author Reneé Drummond-Brown and tried, tested and true poets from across the sphere is an influential elixir. The magazine is loaded from A to Z with: abstracts, alliteration, assonance, attitudes, BIO’S, citations, confessions, drama, end-stops, excerpts, extracts, fables, forewords, hyperbole, imagery, justification, knowledge, lyres, lyrics, memories, metaphors, narratives, novels, onomatopoeia, passages, personification, précises, publications, reflections, repetitions, résumés, reviews, rhythm, rhymes, similes, stanzas, stories...

Author Reneé Drummond-Brown weaves the imagination from the Hood’s perspective of folklore stories, fairy tales, lullaby's, legends, and myths into her book Poetic Tales in ‘Da Hood. The author revised those stories through the eyes of a black child’s point of view, which puts claims to poems like “Rumpelstealsskin~A Fairy ‘Tail Bedtime Story,” “Three Lil’ Pigs,” and “Dreadlocks and the Three Bears,” vs. “Goldilocks and the Three Bears,” a British 19th-century fairy-tale of which three versions exist. Drummond-Brown's book by far adds flavor and depth to an oral ...

Unapologetically, Poetry reflects societal issues that tug deep at the heart and hits home real hard without the author expressing any regret for her poetic choice whether Free verse, Blank verse, Rhymed, Epic, Narrative, Haikus' or the infamous Shakespearean Sonnets. Drummond-Brown’s reflective compositions are anything but apologetic in her decision making to pen unique, raw, and in-your-face poems. SPLAT!

She’s Poetry in Motion depicts a woman’s inner beauty, extravagant taste, her delicate ways, her grace, and fluidity that moves with her stride, and cannot be contained in her artistic behavior. This poetry book is about women. For women. By a woman. It paints women with unique, lyrical, unprecedented, powerful and modern descriptions touting: She is her. She is me. She is you. She is that girl. She is wisdom. She’s Poetry in Motion.

It’s no accident Poetry for Such a Time as This…was waiting to happen. Put your safety belt on because each poem delivers a healthy fear (if you will), leaving the reader a nervous wreck, waiting on ‘THE LIGHT’ to change while cogitating, “How did the writer know this or that about me?” Every twist and turn in this book are spirit-filled in its own ‘write’.

Silver Lining Poems, by Reneé Drummond-Brown, symbolizes a mirror reflecting the way others view us in a much different light than we actually see ourselves. Literally, since the beginning of time, 30 pieces of silver is believed to be linked to the shedding of innocent blood, embracing the aged old theory of a silver lining metaphorically pointing to dark shadows with black clouds hovering. This book represents sensitivity, tenderness, and re-birthing an aged old poem by Joseph Parry “Make new friends, but keep the old; Those are silver, these are gold.” Furthermore, the book adds ...

24 Karat Gold Poems, by Reneé Drummond-Brown, in conjunction with her book, 24 Karat Gold Quotes, are compiled life lessons, and wisdom seeds sprouting throughout the vein of each book, which are profoundly good for growth as it relates to the soul. Through the mind’s eye of Drummond-Brown, poetic nuggets are masterfully crafted, and strategically placed throughout this particular book. The poems are extraordinary at every level. Her authentic talent as a creative writer sets the bar high, showing the literary world her genuine value, and worth as a 21-century author. Drummond-Brown’s ...

Poignant Poetic Potpourri will enhance the reader’s senses enlightening a holistic reading experience. This poetry book promotes natural scents, elevating poetic lovers’ mind, body, and soul. The mixture of poems is a literary medley adding spice and flavor to the vein of this book.