This is a book for all seasons that describes a mothers love of human nature and Gods creaturessometimes humorously and other times philosophically intuitiveto encourage the readers to empathize and think quietly about a place, or people, often not seen.

A collection of poems written on myriad themes by the writer. The essence of the poems is her involvement, observation of life and an effusive innocence. Most of the poems are bound by meter and rhyme but the poet has successfully dabbled in free verse as well. A little something About the poems within Or the writer With whom you will converse. I have heard that Being honest is One of the most difficult things you would ever do. Being candid, Unfortunately, is a given When you start penning poetry. So here is a little part of my soul That I penned down Over some years. Things I saw, Things I heard Things I felt Neatly wrapped up Inside a book spine Because honestly, There is nothing better than a book.

Nomadic Musings is a collection of 12 short stories and 10 poems. Some are life experiences of the author, some based on the stories of people known to him with an added element of imagination and rest purely a work of fiction. The themes of these short stories and poems would definitely resonate with the reader as they depict the life of common people. The pain of someone losing his unborn child, relationship with teachers who moulded his career and character, philosophy of life through the eyes of a child, being hopeful against all odds during a crisis, hallucinations of a disturbed mind, heart breaks from infatuations, outcry against discrimination and the desire to go back in time are some of the themes in this collection.

Vic Nippert brings us more of his ramblings through life, from experiences he’s had raising dogs to feeding crows, and from dealing with dust bunnies’ rejection to butterflies in flight and migration. And much more including Valentine covered underwear! More Musings and Poetry is a continuation of the book Musings written by Vic Nippert and published by Covenant Books. A collection of articles written for his church’s newsletter. More Musings and Poetry includes some of the poems he has written that were begun as a result of rough times in his later years, some of the things we will all face or have already done so no matter what our ages. Many of the articles were inspired by his own view of the energy and panoramic surroundings of his Hudson Valley home. An expanse with important historic legends and stories from Rip Van Winkle, The Revolutionary War, the first steamboat, mansions of millionaires along the Hudson River to contemporary changes in towns and cities undergoing organic trans-formations on the banks up the Hudson River. But the people and their viewpoints and behavior change slower than the building construction and store fronts around them and it’s the people that Vic observes that he writes about and the meaning of their lives. And his life too. The famous writer J.R.R. Tolkien wrote in The Fellowship of the Ring a much-used quote, “Not all who wander are lost.” And this is the goal of many of Vic’s writings and musings. Each one of us has an observation about our goals in life and how we may or may not succeed in reaching them. But we all are looking for our own meaning in life and it may take some time to attain what that goal is. Many times, the wandering can be quite amusing, teaching us that the voyage itself was the real goal all along. Enjoy!

Becoming: The Life & Musings of a Girl Poet is an uplifting poetry collection about living a life of fulfillment. Becoming is a short collection of inspirational poems and articles about living a life of fulfillment. The author draws upon her own experiences, inspirations, and what she feels most passionate about. The poetry in this book is written about various topics; however, its main theme is about utilizing your God-given talents and gifts in such a way that leads to a fulfilling life. It is the follow-up to her to her award-winning poetry book collection, Unscrambled Eggs.

Childhood Musings is a compilation of all of the stories, poems, and screenplays that I have written in my lifetime. It is a project that made me realize that I have stayed pretty creative throughout my life.

ÿInside one of Contemporary India's most Influential Poets The twenty-four papers inÿPhilosophical Musings for a Meaningful Lifeÿstudy the poetry collectionsWinged Reasonÿ(2010),ÿWrite Son, Writeÿ(2011), andÿMulticultural Symphonyÿ(2014), of Dr. K.V. Dominic and reveal his humanistic values and concept of universal brotherhood, his social criticism devoid of absurdity and obscurity, his profound concern for the marginalized sections of society, and his reverence for Nature. All the papers focus on the poet's anguish at the evils and the inhuman attitude prevalent in the society and necessitate harmony of existence. In the context of Indian English poetry, the papers find Dominic to be unique in his use of simple and plain language to address the vast canvass of human life and the neglected segment of human society. Further, the papers bring out how the universal appeal of Dominic lies in his ability to view the world as a sanctuary and acknowledge him as the promising voice of the present century for his belief in the interrelatedness of all lives that ascertains positive change in the individuals. Dr. S. Kumaran, Editor, is working as an Assistant Professor in the Postgraduate & Research Department of English, Thiruvalluvar Government Arts College, Rasipuram. He is Associate Editor of two refereed international biannual journals,ÿWriters Editors Criticsÿ(WEC) andÿInternational Journal on Multicultural Literatureÿ(IJML); and a Member of the Editorial Boards of various journals from India and abroad. "This critical study on the poetry of Dr. K.V. Dominic deserves to be read closely for evaluation and to be on the shelf of every notable library.ÿPhilosophical Musings for a Meaningful Lifeÿwill inspire scholars from the West to find rubies and diamonds in the Indian poetry of today." --Dr. Stephen Gill, Poet Laureate of Ansted University "K.V. Dominic's social consciousness is his chief forte. Not for a moment does he divert attention from the simple and innocent activities of ordinary human beings. From his lyrics originate feelings of eternal sympathy, peace, and fraternal unity." --P.C.K. Prem, critic from Himachal Pradesh, India From the World Voices Series Modern History Press www.ModernHistoryPress.com

The proverbial "Book of Olga," not yet half complete but already crammed to overflowing, journals a lifetime of music, work, study, love, loss, and passion of Olga Wilhelmine Munding, corroborating the principle that fiction sometimes pales in comparison to truth. The multifaceted singer-songwriter's latest enterprise, Blues & Musings, is comprised of 160 songs and lyrics, interspersed with stories and poems spanning over the twenty-three years since the creation of her alter ego Blues Babe. Blues & Musings accompanies an EP of never-before-heard demo recordings as a simultaneous release. There's more to the story, but it all begins here.