It's National Poetry Month! Let's celebrate with a giveaway.
Author Erik Korhel has written a book of poetry capturing the fun, puzzling and poignant moments of youth in his book of poetry titled: "The Kid with the Red Juice Mustache and Other Nostalgic Companions". Told from the point of view of an elementary school-aged kid, these funny and sweet poems will touch everyone in the family.
Here's a little excerpt:
My First Wallet by Erik Korhel
"I have my very first wallet,
Ready for photos by the dozen.
Here's one photo, and should anyone ask who this is,
I will claim it's my girlfriend, though really it's my cousin."
Hee Hee!
“Elementary school was the best time of my life and writing about my experiences gives me the opportunity to re-live it,” says Korhel. “I write my poems for children, but I know adults relate to them. I see them smile and know they are remembering a feeling from long ago.”
You can read more about author Erik Korhel at Piecemeal Publishing.
The book's illustrations are the perfect accompaniment to the poetry. They are bright and beautiful and bring the poetry to life. To find out more about artist Celia Marie Baker click here.
If you live in the Seattle-ish area, you can catch author Erik Korhel sharing his book at a number of performances at branches of the King County Library:
FREE PERFORMANCES
April 6th at 2 p.m. – Kent Branch of the King County Library
April 7th at 11 a.m. – Covington Branch of the King County Library
April 9th at 3 p.m. – Sammamish Branch of the King County Library
May 14th at 2 p.m. – Kenmore Branch of the King County Library
How to win your very own copy: Be a follower and leave me the name of your favorite poem or poet.
Yes, Shel Silverstein definitely counts… (my fav too).
Giveaway closes Wednesday April 13th at 5 pm Pacific.
Thanks and Good Luck!
I’m a huge fan of Maya Angelou and Dr. Seuss.
I’m also a follower!!
I’m a follower, and I would MOST DEFINITELY say Shel Silverstein is a fav!
“One sister for sale…” :0)
(Gotta love his wicked sense of humor!)
My kids and I currently enjoy reading Mary Ann Hoberman’s poems.
William Blake — both his poems for children and adults.
Definitely a fan of Seuss and Silverstein too!
Shel Silverstein was one we loved when my girls wre younger ( thank to Grandma Susan who sent us a copy from the States) but when I was a kid, I loved Steve Turner …
WAIT
These are
the good
old days
Just wait
and see
(and I’m one of your followers, and I loved the review of Erik Korhel’s book, hope it comes out in the UK)
I follow via bloglovin. I know this may be silly, and not sure if this fictional character even counts as a poet, but Dr. Seuss is my fave.
I am a faithful follower!! And LOVE YOUE BLOG!
My favorite poet is Maya Angelou. I love her truths!
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Robert Frost……and miles to go before I sleep. Hugs Malia.
My favorite poet? It’s hard to say, but Edward Lear is pretty close for kid’s stuff.
I follow on gfc
I do love Shel Silverstein & James Whitcomb Riley & Robert Frost…
Guess I enjoy poetry a little more than I thought :-)
What a great sounding book – thanks for the giveaway!
I’m a follower :-)
Any poet who can rhyme words by inventing words is a true poet in my book. I adore Dr. Seuss!