The much-loved patio welcomes with its rustic warmth and strands of string lights, the bar stools invite us to get comfortable for a visual feast of rolling hills and redwoods.
His hand finds mine; his words express that I’m most important, in three months, glasses will clink to celebrate 37 years – the 26-year-old girl who met a 27-year-old guy. My words echo his, but of course, our daughter and son are the center of our life…
And the weather? Short sleeve temperature, sublime, serene. October brings a summer night’s dream. Silence flows in with its special kind of conversation.
Fleeting minutes like these aren’t taken for granted because it’s not every day our perfect dance partner comes our way, and although we grow older and flaws become bolder, our melody continues to play.
Light neighborhood chatter drifts through the trees with an occasional hummingbird on its tail and a slight breeze. The moon elegantly hangs in her dazzling formal attire, vying for our attention, and she succeeds because we are devoted fans. Her glow mesmerizes – our focus on her alone. What a beautiful moment to call our own.
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Author – King Copper: Our dog’s life in poetry Author – Cora’s Quest (a children’s book) Author – Ever So Gently: A Collection of Poetry Author – More than Coffee: Memories of Verse and Prose Author – Finding a Balance: A Collection of Poetry Author – New Day, New Dreams: A Collection of Poetry Co-Author – Tranquility: An Anthology of Haiku Co-Author – Petals of Haiku: An Anthology Co-Author – This Is How We Grow Co-Author – Poetry Treasures 2: Relationships Bi-Monthly Contributor on Gobblers by Masticadores Spillwords Author of the Month May 2023 Spillwords Publication of the Month October 2024 Spillwords Publication of the Month June 2025
This weekend, I was surprised to find more touching reviews for King Copper. I’m beyond grateful to my friends, Selma, Lori, and Marie. I appreciate the support from these lovely ladies and also from you who have read and reviewed this special book for my family. I’m repeating myself, but my heart is fuller each time I read about how my poetry collection of Copper’s life affects another reader. I am in awe of every review, how everyone discovers something unique that stirs their emotions. Simply put, it’s profound and heartwarming…
The back cover of my book.
Below are portions of each lovely review, but I invite you to click on the blog links that will gently carry you to these beautiful sites to read the reviews in their entirety.And while you’re there, I hope you’ll spend some time to get to know these talented women if you haven’t met them already. ❤️
I felt this author’s immense grief in King Copper: Our dog’s life in poetry by Lauren Scott, but I also saw her light flicker on. Here’s a quote I want to include and my honest thoughts:
“My candle burns, not to dispel the darkness, but to put forth the Light.” ~ Charlie Siegel. Like Charlie Siegel’s quote, this book might help you put forth the light.
The setup of the two parts works well, as do the color photographs. This short 70-page book (digital) is for anyone who has ever loved another person or pet—“love” being the keyword here— and has to go on living without them. How, you ask? Trust me, this book will help you discern the light that resides inside. And bring you comfort too.
The words in King Copper are heartwarming and lulling like whispered confidences in a comforting tone, like a messenger of the holy. Yes, the best I’ve heard this year. Just when you feel leafless and stark like a bare tree in winter from a recent loss, the bird in your soul will open its eyes, and locate the light; open its beak, and be encouraged to sing again. In your “house of silence” and you will “find your shadow”. That’s what this book will do…
Lauren Scott’s love of her family’s beautiful chocolate lab, Copper, shines in this sweet little volume of photographs and poems that follow their lives together from adoption day on. In her words, King Copper is “a poetic account of the joy that arises when a lovable chocolate lab walks into your life and changes it forever. And the eventual heartache you feel when he crosses over the rainbow bridge thirteen years later and still too soon.”
What a touching account, and what a testament to the glorious impact our beloved pets have on our lives. If only all dogs—all pets—were as well loved and appreciated as the delightful lab Lauren writes so poetically about, the world would truly be a better place. Brava to Lauren for giving her beloved Copper a tribute worthy of his beauty and goodness!
Did it make me cry a bit? Absolutely. But tears shed over the loss of a dear dog are never wrong. There is nothing purer than a dog’s affection and devotion.
Copper wasn’t my dog, but I, too, have loved wonderful dogs. Like Lauren and her family, I know our animal companions deserve our deepest affection in return for the many gifts they give us. Part of the price for that gift is the same as it is for anything we open up our hearts to fully—the possibility, even the probability that one day there will be pain and loss…
Not so long ago, Lauren had to say goodbye to their lovable chocolate lab Copper and as a way of soothing her grief, she wrote a book about the welcoming of Copper into their family, his sweet temper, the joys shared on the road and the terrible decision they had to make, as Copper couldn’t keep going, suffering.
In the past 3 months, two of my friends lost their beloved pets. I was the witness of their pain, of the emptiness they felt, tears flowing down as they recalled the time they met, the “love at first sight ” feeling , fond memories. Nobody is ever prepared for any loss. It’s always a heart-breaking story.
In her book, Lauren shares Copper’s Story with her readers, via sweet photos and her wonderful poetry! We can even feel at times Copper’s presence as we unravel the fantastic relation they shared as a family. I liked the way she mixed poems from her point of view and some from Copper’s viewpoint. We understand how much love they both got from this special bond.
Some people come to your life at times to change it forever. It’s what happened to Lauren and her family – for 13 years Copper brought happiness, unconditional love, affection and much more, as they gave him a safe place to grow and simply be. I feel that Lauren’s recollection of moments can be a great gift for anyone going through such a bereavement…
Thanks again, Selma, Lori, and Marie for sharing how my book made you feel! I am deeply touched!❤️🌈
And thanks so much for visiting! I appreciate you! Have a wonderful week! ❤️
Author – King Copper: Our dog’s life in poetry Author – Cora’s Quest (a children’s book) Author – Ever So Gently: A Collection of Poetry Author – More than Coffee: Memories of Verse and Prose Author – Finding a Balance: A Collection of Poetry Author – New Day, New Dreams: A Collection of Poetry Co-Author – Tranquility: An Anthology of Haiku Co-Author – Petals of Haiku: An Anthology Co-Author – This Is How We Grow Co-Author – Poetry Treasures 2: Relationships Bi-Monthly Contributor on Gobblers by Masticadores Spillwords Author of the Month May 2023 Spillwords Publication of the Month October 2024 Spillwords Publication of the Month June 2025
Writing reviews may be ‘snail’ slow, but I’m getting there after finishing two more:Endangered Species by Jacqui Murray and The Life and Times of Le Bronco von der Lowenhohle by Thomas Wikman!These are two very different books, but they’re both very good! So, here we go…
My 5-star review:
Endangered Species is my first glimpse into Jacqui Murray’s incredible storytelling and is book one in the trilogy, Savage Land. After reading many reviews on blogs, I was intrigued and immediately bought my paperback. The story takes place 75,000 years ago in the Altai Mountains of Siberia. Survival is key for two bands of prehistoric humans: the Neanderthals known as the People, and Homo Sapiens known as the Tall Ones. Yet in the midst of hunting to simply exist, Mother Nature has her way of disrupting their normal routines. So, it will take cleverness and problem solving to navigate around ‘her’ temper.
Murray’s characters find themselves in similar situations as humans today and have comparable traits such as kindness and hard-working. The first character I met was Shanadar aka Jun, a young man who was banished by his tribe. His self-confidence needed a boost, and then he began seeing Xhosa in visions, a spiritual advisor who chose him to save Yu’ung, the Alpha in the People’s tribe. Yu’ung wasn’t afraid to be unique, but she wasn’t sure if she had the courage needed to be the Alpha. I was fascinated by Jun’s character development and hers, and this was only the beginning.
From the first page to the end, I was captivated. I loved the Canis (canines as in wolves), Ump and White Streak, who protected Jun on his journey, and essentially became family because they made him feel like he belonged. Doesn’t everyone long for this feeling? Empathy, dislike, and fear are a handful of emotions I felt while on this prehistoric adventure – a riveting race with Mother Nature.
The research Murray invested is quite evident. Not only did I gain knowledge, but I appreciated the discussion questions at the end. The character list in the beginning was also helpful. Reading this book reminded me of today’s world consisting of different cultures and races, which can result in harmony but also in disagreements. Honestly, this book was a fascinating read that I highly recommend for you who enjoy prehistoric fiction, adventure, and adding to your knowledge bank of neanderthals. I love books that I ‘can’t put down’ and Endangered Species automatically fell into this category.
My 5-star review:
My chocolate lab, Copper, had just crossed over the Rainbow Bridge in March, so when I saw The Life and Times of Le Bronco by Thomas Wikman come across many blogs, I knew it would resonate. Bronco was part of Wikman’s family for thirteen years, and Copper was part of my family for the same amount of time. Timing for me to read this wonderful book was serendipitous. The opening paragraphs are delightful. I could feel Bronco’s paws on my shoulders, and I could see the look in his beautiful eyes wanting that delicious ham sandwich. I also love how he became the hero in a story, and the details of how his name came to be. The way Bronco hugged by leaning and snuggling evoked sweet, cuddly memories of Copper’s hugs.
Wikman writes about Leonbergers, how to prepare to welcome one of these gorgeous, big dogs into your home, the food they eat, and the many costs involved. He shares humorous Bronco antics that made me smile. He includes his family’s other adorable dogs: Baby, Ryu, and Daisy. Wikman compiled this book to be both informational and entertaining. I was impressed with the organization. I laughed, and I felt tears pushing for freedom. I discovered joy and felt heartbreak. The drawings are fantastic and a bonus. One fact I remember is that Bronco wore a gentle leader and so did Copper. We opposed shock collars just like Wikman and his family did. Speaking of walking dogs, below is a snippet from “The Joys of Walking” Page 15.
“I often find myself amazed by how keenly perceptive and curious dogs are. Sometimes when Bronco saw a squirrel, he would watch it intently until it disappeared up a tree. Then he would turn around and look at me as if asking, “Where did it go?” I would point to the squirrel up in the tree, and he would look to the place where I was pointing, seeming to say, “Oh, never mind.” Then we would continue walking.” This moment reminds me of Copper because his fascination with squirrels matched Bronco’s. He never caught one but always tried. Though I’m not sure what he would’ve done if he caught one. He was a gentle 80 pound giant, so I think he just wanted to play!
There is more to reveal, but I’ll let you flip through the pages. I highly recommend this book if you’re a parent of a Leonberger, or if you’re considering bringing this breed into your home. If you’re simply a dog lover, or you truly enjoy endearing books about family, this book is for you. I found comfort throughout the pages as my grief remains for my family’s Copper Boy. Thank you, Thomas!
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Jacqui and Thomas have so much to offer on their wonderful blogs, so please pay them a visit if you haven’t met them yet. Simply click on their names, and I hope you won’t leave here empty-handed!
Happy Reading, Thanks for stopping by, and I wish you a fabulous weekend! ❤️
Author – King Copper: Our dog’s life in poetry Author – Cora’s Quest (a children’s book) Author – Ever So Gently: A Collection of Poetry Author – More than Coffee: Memories of Verse and Prose Author – Finding a Balance: A Collection of Poetry Author – New Day, New Dreams: A Collection of Poetry Co-Author – Tranquility: An Anthology of Haiku Co-Author – Petals of Haiku: An Anthology Co-Author – This Is How We Grow Co-Author – Poetry Treasures 2: Relationships Bi-Monthly Contributor on Gobblers by Masticadores Spillwords Author of the Month May 2023 Spillwords Publication of the Month October 2024 Spillwords Publication of the Month June 2025
I’m happy to share the great news that my good friends Maggie, Mike, Dawn, and Robbie have been nominated for 2026 Best of the Net. Also, Robbie’s son, Michael, who’s following in his mom’s footsteps. Editor Michelle Navajas of Hotel by Masticadores found their work to be worthy of this high honor, and I couldn’t agree more with Michelle. So, please join me in Congratulating not only these talented authors, but all of the nominees! You can read about these amazing authors and their writing by clicking on the link below. 🎉
And I’ll leave you with another peek into Colorado beauty that inspired a poem…
Bear Lake in Rocky Mountain National ParkSprague Lake in Rocky Mountain National ParkTrail that loops around Bear LakeTrail of Aspens with the Rocky Mountains in the distance
Dear Nature,
You cast your spell and all sense of reality magically slips away into the ether. Your shimmering lakes entice with their serenity. We inhale peace, exhale burdens. Your trails lead to places only presented in our imaginations. We inhale peace, exhale burdens. Your mountains humble in their magnificence. We inhale peace, exhale burdens. Your aspens captivate, donning their golden apparel. We inhale peace, exhale burdens. Thank you for your beauty, for your gifts of tranquility… priceless gems to be cared for, never to be taken for granted.
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Thank you for your presence! I hope you enjoyed the pics and poem, and please visit Michelle’s post to Congratulate the nominees! Have a wonderful day! ❤️
Author – King Copper: Our dog’s life in poetry Author – Cora’s Quest (a children’s book) Author – Ever So Gently: A Collection of Poetry Author – More than Coffee: Memories of Verse and Prose Author – Finding a Balance: A Collection of Poetry Author – New Day, New Dreams: A Collection of Poetry Co-Author – Tranquility: An Anthology of Haiku Co-Author – Petals of Haiku: An Anthology Co-Author – This Is How We Grow Co-Author – Poetry Treasures 2: Relationships Bi-Monthly Contributor on Gobblers by Masticadores Spillwords Author of the Month May 2023 Spillwords Publication of the Month October 2024 Spillwords Publication of the Month June 2025
What a surprise to find that my poem is published today on Gobblers by Masticadores! I offer my deepest gratitude to Manuela Timofte for sharing my writing. It’s always an honorto be featured among many talented writers, so I hope you’ll visit her beautiful site.
The Old Pink Restaurant
I feel old and withered like a dying rock rose. Cracks propagate down my stucco exterior like fault lines in the earth. Does an outburst lie on the horizon?
I remember when vibrant pink, like a fuchsia feather boa, would invite strangers in – strangers who became friends.
My mood has a mind of its own. When the sky opens, tears stream down my windows, tattooing me with streaks of dirt.
I’ve been abandoned for years – no one seems to want me...
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Author – King Copper: Our dog’s life in poetry Author – Cora’s Quest (a children’s book) Author – Ever So Gently: A Collection of Poetry Author – More than Coffee: Memories of Verse and Prose Author – Finding a Balance: A Collection of Poetry Author – New Day, New Dreams: A Collection of Poetry Co-Author – Tranquility: An Anthology of Haiku Co-Author – Petals of Haiku: An Anthology Co-Author – This Is How We Grow Co-Author – Poetry Treasures 2: Relationships Bi-Monthly Contributor on Gobblers by Masticadores Spillwords Author of the Month May 2023 Spillwords Publication of the Month October 2024 Spillwords Publication of the Month June 2025
We had a fabulous time with our son as he played tour guide, showing us incredible sights in Colorado. It was a long weekend that went by fast. But while I was offline, Manuela at Gobblers by Masticadores published “Almost Fall-ing” and this morning, Dagmara at Spillwords Press published “Spider on a Hand.” I hadn’t planned to do a post today, but I chose to combine both to honor Dagmara and Manuela’s generosity.
Thanks again to Manuela for sharing my writing each month, and to Dagmara and her team for accepting my recent submission. It is always a great honor to have my writing featured on both of these literary sites, and to be in the company of many talented authors, some of whom I consider friends in this online community.
First, here are a few photos from Colorado, and we were thrilled to see autumn’s stunning presence:
Rocky Mountain National ParkBear Lake in Rocky Mountain National ParkBreckenridge, COBreckenridge, CO
Now, I offer you my poems:
Gobblers by Masticadores
A sample haiku:
crisp mornings join late summer afternoons to greet fall’s cozy prelude
Trust doesn’t come easily. She can’t be bought like dropping quarters in a gumball machine, and she doesn’t hand out trust as if distributing flyers for an open house. It takes time and discernment, the emotion that comes with falling in love, you just feel it. You know it’s been earned – the intuition, a tattoo on your heart. What happened then? Conversations sharing pure joy, utter anguish spilled like oil in the sea. Suddenly, she’s a spider on a hand that gets brushed off…
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As always, thanks for stopping by, and I’ll catch up with your posts today too. I’ve missed you all, but it was wonderful to see our son. These visits are gold when children live out of state. Please know your support on Spillwords and Gobblers means the world to me.
Have a wonderful week ahead. 🧡🍁 p.s. more Colorado photos to come.
Author – King Copper: Our dog’s life in poetry Author – Cora’s Quest (a children’s book) Author – Ever So Gently: A Collection of Poetry Author – More than Coffee: Memories of Verse and Prose Author – Finding a Balance: A Collection of Poetry Author – New Day, New Dreams: A Collection of Poetry Co-Author – Tranquility: An Anthology of Haiku Co-Author – Petals of Haiku: An Anthology Co-Author – This Is How We Grow Co-Author – Poetry Treasures 2: Relationships Bi-Monthly Contributor on Gobblers by Masticadores Spillwords Author of the Month May 2023 Spillwords Publication of the Month October 2024 Spillwords Publication of the Month June 2025
I’m thrilled to share with you a new novel, Beyond the Fetters, written by my friend, Balroop Singh.I’ve read Balroop’s beautiful poetry collections that are always evocative, deeply touching the heart. Then I was excited to hear that she has a new novel coming out.
Balroop’s words:
“This is an ambitious project, dear to my heart as I’ve been working on it for almost seven years.”
So, I invite you to read what the buzz is all about:
The Inspiration:
Fetters are not just chains or manacles used to restrain a prisoner.
Fetters is a metaphor with wider and profound implications. They symbolize the emotional and mental restraints imposed by society. They refer to the unwritten rules that bind the spirit of people, that clip the wings of girls in their infancy, and they grow up with oppressive traditions and antiquated systems. They are stronger than physical fetters, as there is no key to open them. So, breaking these shackles is impossible.
The inspiration to rebel against so-called traditions lies at the foundation of this story. The journey of my characters was not easy, but their resolve to break free could never be weakened as they were ready to jump into the cauldron of embers. Physical wounds couldn’t scare them, lack of support didn’t shake their determination, and resistance couldn’t weaken their willpower.
Book Blurb:
Some babies are born with invisible fetters. They may strut about in their homes with wishes of flying high, but their wings never grow, and if they do, they are clipped by the diktats of traditions. Such stories remain within the hearts of girls, as their lips are sealed by cultural compulsions.
Earthy is one such girl, but her determination to break free could never be vanquished. She yearns to grow up again, to feel the sunshine that filters through the arms of her parents, to soak in the showers of harmony, to giggle with abandon and swirl with her dreams.
The sudden, untimely demise of her father rips her whole world apart, and the little joys of childhood vanish. From emotional deluge to resilience and detachment, she treads the paths of her life, struggling to rise above the average.
Dolly’s freedom takes her away from her family, and her choices boomerang. Imperceptible fetters follow her in the garb of love that she chooses. Should we pay attention to Grandma’s wise words – “We are tied to our destiny?” ‘Beyond the Fetters’ explores the possibilities of girls looking beyond their so-called destiny.
Book Information:
Title: Beyond the Fetters Author: Balroop Singh Genre: Fiction Publication date: October 1, 2025 Amazon link: https://tinyurl.com/mu4bzr7v
An Excerpt:
Grandma’s word was the law. Age had not touched this beautiful woman. She was still svelte, walked straight with poise and wielded control of her estate with an exceptional zeal. Her sons tried to emulate her free, traditional spirit and respected her towering presence.
The warning of “not giving her too much” stayed with Earthy all day. She played with her cousins but grandma’s comment hammered at her mind again and again. She quietly munched her evening meal and didn’t ask for more.
At night, she lay beside her mama and asked, “Why did Grandma say that?”
“What did she say?”
“Didn’t you hear when she yelled?” She said, “Don’t give her too much to eat.’”
“She is right. Girls shouldn’t eat too much.”
“But why?” Earthy’s innocent eyes implored for an explanation.
“They grow up faster.”
“Won’t Trod grow up faster? He eats so much.”
“That doesn’t matter. Don’t keep an evil eye on your brother’s food. He is a boy. He has to take up many responsibilities.” Shanti’s wrath was noteworthy.
The conversation ended abruptly each time as Earthy was expected to keep her mouth shut. “Girls don’t talk much,” her grandma often told her.
She looked at the high ceiling of the room for a long time. The carvings transformed into real figures that resonated with her until dreamy cobwebs took her to the land of fairies. She loved this land, where clouds shimmered and trees whispered magical songs, far away from the people who liked to comment on her.
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Nobody could snub Earthy. The next morning, when she saw Grandma, sitting in the verandah, attached to the kitchen, churning buttermilk in a big earthen vessel, she kissed her good morning and asked the same question – “Ma, why can’t I eat as much as I want?”
Grandma was more than happy to answer it. She stopped churning, looked at Earthy and said, “If you eat all day and grow taller, we’ll have to marry you. So, what is the need to grow up so fast? You have a lot to learn before you go.” Grandma laughed and started moving the strings of the wooden stand that fitted in the vessel.
“Marry? Were you married when you grew tall? Didn’t they ask you about your wishes?”
“Girls don’t have wishes and who cares about them?” Grandma muttered.
Earthy tilted her head quizzically. She didn’t understand the logic. She didn’t know the significance of the word ‘marriage’ at the tender age of eight. Why should she stay half-fed because of this so-called marriage?
About the Author:
Balroop Singh, an educator, a poet and an author always had a passion for writing. She would jot down her reflections on a piece of paper and forget about them till each drawer of her home started overflowing with reminders of her creativity, popping out at will! The world of her imagination has a queer connection with realism. Soaring on the wings of words, she gathers the dreams, and blends them with the melodies of nature. She writes about people, emotions and relationships.
Balroop Singh has always lived through her heart. She is a great nature lover; she loves to watch birds flying home. The sunsets allure her with their varied hues that they lend to the sky. She can spend endless hours listening to the rustling leaves and the sound of waterfalls. The moonlight streaming through her garden, the flowers, the meadows, the butterflies cast a spell on her. She lives in California.
Simply click on the link below to pre-order the kindle version, and the paperback will be available on October 1st.
A Huge Congratulations to Balroop, and Thank you, dear friends, for taking time from your busy schedule to visit my corner of blogland. I hope you’re enticed and will add Balroop’s book to your home library. I can’t wait to hold the paperback in my hands.
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Lauren Scott
Author – King Copper: Our dog’s life in poetry Author – Cora’s Quest (a children’s book) Author – Ever So Gently: A Collection of Poetry Author – More than Coffee: Memories of Verse and Prose Author – Finding a Balance: A Collection of Poetry Author – New Day, New Dreams: A Collection of Poetry Co-Author – Tranquility: An Anthology of Haiku Co-Author – Petals of Haiku: An Anthology Co-Author – This Is How We Grow Co-Author – Poetry Treasures 2: Relationships Bi-Monthly Contributor on Gobblers by Masticadores Spillwords Author of the Month May 2023 Spillwords Publication of the Month October 2024 Spillwords Publication of the Month June 2025
I feel old and withered like a dying rock rose. Cracks propagate down my stucco exterior like fault lines in the earth. Does an outburst lie on the horizon?
I remember when vibrant pink, like a fuchsia feather boa, would invite strangers in – strangers who became friends.
My mood has a mind of its own. When the sky opens, tears stream down my windows, tattooing me with streaks of dirt.
I’ve been abandoned for years – no one seems to want me. My door – faded and rotted, hanging like a dead tree branch, wouldn’t welcome a rat. Do you know what it feels like to be all alone? To feel worthless?
There was a time when chatter and laughter filled me to the brim, bounced off the walls into Margarita merry, chips and salsa celebrations.
Now, I sit on the corner like a human without a home.
My sign reads:
Will I ever feel alive again? Will I ever feel life again?
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We drove by an old restaurant that we miss where the building has remained vacant. So, I became inspired to write a personification poem.
Thanks so much for stopping by, and I wish you a wonderful Wednesday. 💝
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Lauren Scott
Author – King Copper: Our dog’s life in poetry Author – Cora’s Quest (a children’s book) Author – Ever So Gently: A Collection of Poetry Author – More than Coffee: Memories of Verse and Prose Author – Finding a Balance: A Collection of Poetry Author – New Day, New Dreams: A Collection of Poetry Co-Author – Tranquility: An Anthology of Haiku Co-Author – Petals of Haiku: An Anthology Co-Author – This Is How We Grow Co-Author – Poetry Treasures 2: Relationships Bi-Monthly Contributor on Gobblers by Masticadores Spillwords Author of the Month May 2023 Spillwords Publication of the Month October 2024 Spillwords Publication of the Month June 2025
Baydreamer Writes ~ Lauren Scott, Author & Poet 