My Pen My Voice

Every girl has secrets. Every girl experiences things she is afraid to talk about. And every girl has her own outlet. For Vanessa Grillone, that outlet is writing."My Pen, My Voice" artfully records the trials and errors one girl endures in order to become an independent and strong young woman. Through a mixture of prose and poetry, Grillone digs into the heart of the often difficult teenage years, when emotions are high, changes are fast, and life is all-consuming.Grillone's entries encompass the turbulent range of teenage angst. From struggling to understand her need to go her own way to trying to come to terms with her frequent mood swings, her poems reveals with painful intimacy the confusion and heartbreak of growing up. Her vivid language and heartfelt words convey not only her honesty, but her fragility. With a keen eye for the human heart, "My Pen, My Voice" offers compelling compositions. Journey with Grillone on her path to self-discovery, one that ultimately offers insight into the female mind during its most fragile years.

In the tranquil setting of an eerie night The thought of my love guides my pen with ease and swiftly strokes. Words and senses take over the moment and my soul is lifted to soar like an eagle's majestic flight in search of high ground. The echo of my heart repeating my deepest desires, pictures of past emotions render my mind, only to discover new and endless obsessions that create a balance between madness and sanity.

The NPR talk show host discusses her life, her career, and her battle with spasmodic dysphonia.

My Pen Speaks is a collection of rhythmic thoughts, observations and life experiences brought together in a powerful reflection of free-form poetry. Resonating with power, passion and conviction, these poems show Patrice Watley-Williams' focus on paying it forward. We often think that the only ones that need us are the less fortunate. This is far from the truth. With success comes negativity and hardship, which can turn the triumph to loneliness and often misery. The poet welcomes the reader to share the joys as well as the hardships of her life, to learn to love and embrace the trials as well as successes, and to realize that no matter how dark things may seem, we are never alone in our experiences. "In a world filled with struggles, your book gives people a chance to step away from their own challenges and remember that life can be simple and good. People who read it will not only celebrate...but may become motivated to follow a few dreams of their own." Silas "SiMan Baby" Alexander, Radio Personality "Real, relevant and refreshing are just some of the thoughts that come to mind when describing My Pen Speaks. This book is without question some of author Patrice Watley-Williams' best work to date and displays her special gift of communicating her thoughts and experiences to attract a diverse audience. We truly love this book." Grafted By Grace, Contemporary Christian Recording Artists "Lose yourself for a moment, flash back and reflect on the words and their true meaning, realizing the true spirit and passion behind this phenomenal book as it takes your mind and soul on a journey. It goes without saying the spirit and talents possessed by this blossoming author are highly heralded."

Using intelligent satire, Jane Rosen brings new life and insight to the ongoing dialogue for women in leadership. She takes a daring, sacrilegious approach to the issues of what women have accomplished, what hurdles remain in the climb up the corporate ladder and, how to overcome those hurdles in heels. Women in business need a good laugh and this book hits that funny bone chapter after chapter. An entertaining read that will inform, uplift and inspire. After all, if the Goddess could share the Acropolis with the great Gods of Greek mythology, then why can't she share a seat alongside the mere mortals of the corporate boardroom?

A collection of urban poetry, from an everyday man from south east London. Some are funny, some thought provoking, some personal, some coded and some quizzical! I sincerely hope you enjoy reading my book as much as I had writing it. Best wishes, Leonardo Etch

Fragrance of Emotions is a compilation of short stories that will show a roller coaster of emotions. In our daily lives, we may feel happy, sad, angry, or vengeful towards our lives, and we think that we have the most terrible life story ever written to the point that we would consider ending our lives. Little did we know, there were more people that were more unfortunate than us but still fighting for their lives. I am not saying to invalidate our feelings just because there are people who are living a more terrible life. I am suggesting that we try to embrace what we feel, rest, and then stand up and continue to fight and remember that blank page on the back of the book for you to write your own story or your own little ending that you wanted. Fragrance of Emotions is just a simple compilation of short stories, but we never know, you might find the answer to your questions while reading.

An artist celebrates the many things he can do with a simple pen, and encourages the reader to do the same.