5 Quills from Kaye!

On By Lauren Scott, AuthorIn Poetry

Hello All!

I am thrilled to share another glowing review for my book, Ever So Gently, from Kaye Lynne Booth at writingtoberead.com. But first, here’s a little bit about Kaye:

She has been writing content on Writing to be Read since 2010, including book reviews, author interviews and reflections on writing. Her first novel, Delilah, was published by Dusty Saddles Publishing in 2016. (Recently re-released as a part of her Women in the West Adventure Series.)

In 2019, she founded WordCrafter Quality Writing & Author Services and WordCrafter Press and now publishes her own books and anthologies, as well as the work of others, and recently merged her website here. Kaye Lynne publishes wide through Draft2Digital, and her short story collection, Last Call and Other Short Fiction and her paranormal mystery novella, Hidden Secrets are all available from your favorite book distributor through Books2Read.

To learn more about Kaye and to read her entire blog post, please click on the link below that follows her wonderful review:

Kaye’s Review:

For me, poetry is best enjoyed in print, where I can hold the book in my hands and leaf through the pages, taking in each poem in small doses, and revisting those poems which have sparked further thought in my mind. So, I was tickled to receive a print copy of Ever So Gently: A Collection of Poetry from author Lauren Scott. In this delightful collection, we hear the author’s confident approach to life, feel her inner appreciation of the natural world around her, and gain insight into value of connection with the people she loves and cares about.

Poetry is so personal, offering a window into the author’s soul, and Ever So Gently does this beautifully. Many of the poems contained within resonated with me on a personal level. As a both nature and animal lover, the vivid images of the cautiously flitting hummingbird, a garden renewed, and beloved pets helped me to feel the moments described within each, as if witnessing or experiencing them.

Messages from the Sea

listen intently
inhale, exhale, feel the calm
your soul will thank you

secrets ride the waves
ebbing, flowing in turquoise
we are not privy

whispers in the surf
ambiguous to discern
relish in their song

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For Lauren Scott, nature is soothing, healing. I can relate with that as nature is also where I go for solace.

Chilling Embrace

I have been embraced
by the chilling presence
of loneliness.
I have wondered where the niche
designed for me exists in this world
in which my breaths originate.
I have waited for the glow
to emerge behind the shadows.
But when I take that soft step
into the splendor of nature,
listen to the trees whisper their sagacity,
feel the flowing rivers move my pain,
creating vast distance between it and me,
I have been revived by the compassion
that nature offers so unselfishly.

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But my very favorites were the poems in which she expressed her love of the written word, a love that I share, so can relate well with.

Books

Stories, poetry
Compelling, transporting, entertaining
Turning pages is exciting
Paperbacks

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But my true favorite is the poem that shares the title the book is so aptly named for. In it I see clearly the author’s positive, grounded attitude toward life. A wonderful outlook, to be sure.

Ever So Gently

Sometimes we get lost
in our thoughts…
losing focus of the stars
lighting up the night sky.
We tumble too deeply
into the frontal lobe,
allowing negative thoughts
to awaken, to throw a tantrum.

Remember, the breeze carries
burdens down rivers
and across oceans,
majestic trees sway with joy,
sheltering from shadows,
and the light shines even if only
a slight glimmer slips through.

Its glow will grow ever so gently
into a bright beacon of hope
rising with the golden sun
bringing clarity to our vision.

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With her uplifting poetic verse Lauren Scott basks in the earth’s beauty, cherishes loved ones, ponders life’s mysteries. Highly recommended. I give Ever So Gently five quills.

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Book Review: Ever So Gently – A Collection of Poetry

Thanks again to Kaye for this beautiful review! I am delighted that she enjoyed my poetry collection because that is the ultimate wish…for the reader to find poems that resonate “as if witnessing or experiencing them” – Kaye’s words. My heart is full!
And thanks to you who chose to visit my corner of blogville in the midst of your busy day. ❤️

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69 thoughts on “5 Quills from Kaye!”

  12. Gwen M. Plano's avatar Gwen M. Plano

    Congratulations, Lauren. What a wonderful review. I’ve just picked up my copy and look forward to slowly turning the pages. ❤️

    1. Thanks so much, Gwen, and I’m delighted you’ll be turning the pages of Ever So Gently. I hope you enjoy the collection just as much. And it’s funny because a few weeks ago, I bought Contract by you and John. I’ll start it soon too, and I love thrillers, so I look forward to it. 🩷

  15. Lauren, I can see why you’d be so delighted with this review. It showcases such a wide breadth of your work. Kaye’s commentary on nature resonated with me as that is a place in which I find a lot of solace, too. Congratulations on the well-deserved recommendation!

    1. Thanks for your wonderful comment, Steve, and I’m not surprised that the nature element would resonate with you. That is the first section of the book, and my son who is 28 and totally honest, told me that some of the poems reminded him of Mary Oliver. I was surprised but it was a great compliment as she is one of my favorite poets. I know my poetry can’t compare, but it was nice to hear. Anyway, thank you again! 🤗

      1. Wow, Lauren, that’s so wonderful to receive such a lovely comment from your son. Mary Oliver is a favourite of ours, too. I really need to get my own copy of your book. I should put it on my Christmas list!

      2. Oh no, now I’m nervous because you’ll look for those similarities, and what if you don’t find them? 🙂 Well, just kidding. Everyone has their own opinion. But when others express that they enjoyed the book, that is the best reward. Thank you for being so supportive whether you get a copy or not. I really do appreciate it. 🙏

    1. Thanks so much, Diana. I love Kaye’s review, and I wanted others to know more about her in case they haven’t ‘met’ her yet. I try to do that with any review that I share. I hope all is well with you, and have a great week ahead. ❤️

  17. A praise filled review, well deserved in my opinion, Lauren.
    Kaye presents a perfect selection of poems from the book, and I have enjoyed reading them again.
    Kudos on the lovely post to present this review!
    💓✨🌟

    1. A huge thanks for your wonderful comments on both sites, Resa! You have been an incredible, supportive friend during this every so gently adventure and my words can’t express fully how appreciative I am (not trying to be mushy though). 🙂 Big hugs! 🩷🌷🙏🥰

      1. Lol! Ever So Gently Adventure … yes, it has been a wonderful journey for you, for all of us.
        Mushy? Don’t get me going!
        xoxoxo🧽 (and that’s before Copper weighs in)

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