"Marjorie Maddox knows poetry. If I had to pick one book to introduce students to the joy of writing poems, this would be it. Maddox creates a book full of original poems to show us the inside out of every kind of poem you could ever want to write. I dare you to read a page or two without reaching for your pen and composing a poem of your own. From alliteration to sonnets and the villanelle, Marjorie Maddox makes metaphors meaningful and memorable. -Charles Ghigna, FatherGoose"-Back cover
Amidst a backdrop of school shootings and natural disasters, the narrative explores the evolving concept of home and safety in contemporary society. It delves into themes of resilience and the importance of family, highlighting how confronting fear can lead to rediscovering grace and joy in an increasingly perilous world. The story emphasizes the need to not only survive but to thrive despite the challenges that permeate everyday life.
Exploring the universal emotions of boredom and sadness, this book delves into the common experiences that everyone faces. It offers insights and reflections on how to navigate these feelings, encouraging readers to embrace their emotions and find joy in everyday moments. Through relatable anecdotes and practical advice, it aims to uplift and inspire, reminding us that such feelings are a part of life and can lead to personal growth.
A truly contemporary take on how to be a witch, Rebel Witch is an antidote to
the cookie-cutter witchcraft agenda that gives a new perspective on the craft,
asking each reader to create a powerful, personalized practice that taps into
the current mood of female empowerment and spiritual rebellion.
Marjorie's poems evolve from ethereal beginnings rooted in breath and voice to vivid explorations of tangible situations, relationships, and emotions. This progression creates a profound impact, transforming initial impressions into deeply moving experiences that resonate with readers on a personal level.
In these powerful stories, What She Was Saying softens the already thin line between hope and hopelessness, between perseverance and despair, between what can and cannot be said. Throughout the collection, diverse women startle, question, comfort, and proclaim, compelling readers to confront a company of others: a young woman who mistakes a Jehovah's Witness for her therapist; a mother who shields an ill daughter; an elderly artist who sculpts her adopted family; a daughter of an itinerant preacher who plays her role; a lonely copy editor who fakes bruises; and-in front of many witnesses-a parachutist who jumps to her death. This collection also echoes the historical and literary voices of Rachel Robinson, Nora's daughter in A Doll's House, the wives of famous men named Peter, Lot's daughters, and soldiers Jessica Lynch and Lynndie England. You will hear voices raised in prayer, lowered to whispers, slowed by fear, and silenced by anger. A finalist for the Katherine Anne Porter and Eludia book awards-as well as a semifinalist for Black Lawrence Press's Hudson, Eastern Washington University's Spokane, and Leapfrog Press's book prizes-What She Was Saying gives voice to the lives we all need to hear.
Exploring the depths of human experience, this collection delves into the physical and spiritual realms, intertwining themes of bodily existence with transcendent journeys. Through vivid narratives and insightful taxonomies, Marjorie Maddox invites readers to confront both the harrowing and joyous aspects of life, offering a profound reflection on the connection between body and spirit.
Exploring a spectrum of emotions such as love, grief, and hope, this collaboration between poet Marjorie Maddox and artist Karen Elias is inspired by a heart-shaped stone. Their work intertwines memories with a forward-looking perspective on environmental responsibility, offering a profound reflection on the complexities of life. Through their combined visions, they invite readers to appreciate the beauty and resilience of the human spirit in a world that is always being redefined.
Exploring the intersection of art and poetry, this collection captures the profound exchange between poet Marjorie Maddox and her artist daughter, Anna Lee Hafer, during a visit to the American Visionary Art Museum. Their reflections on joy and trauma deepen their artistic bond, while Maddox's ekphrastic poems draw inspiration from Hafer's surreal paintings and works by other artists encountered that day. The collection also features collaborative pieces, enriching the dialogue between visual and literary art.
