Bookish Invitations
You throw your pen across the river
It lands at the feet of angels
It is Lucifer who writes
Furiously in your
Book of passions. Take
The plunge. Why chance
It? You cheat
In the
End.
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Dominic Alapat
A wild and exciting poem I loved reading!
Simona ~ The Grumpy Olive
What a beautiful, thought-provoking poem Jaya!
Giulia
I love the feeling in this one. It’s stark.
ellegracedeveson
this is so beautifully written! Really lovely poem Xo
Elle – https://ellegracedeveson.com/
Je
Brilliant. “You throw your pen across the river.” Yup, unshackle yourself from the chains of convention and see where your ability takes you. Lucifer I interpret as that uncharted, fascinating place we never explore because of too many rules. For some strange reason and I know there is no analogy, but reading this poem took my mind to Coleridge’s “Kubla Khan.” Can’t tell why. Coleridge crafting one of his greatest works in pain and under the influence of his medication (opium) and letting his ability run wild, perhaps? Lovely read 🙂
Jaya Avendel
Oo, I love that you share what each line meant to you as the story unfolded! Thank you so much for sharing. <3
Keep Calm & Drink Coffee
I have a special weakness for Angels.
I love the idea of them “across the river” because this river may be plenty of things, or better, plenty of feelings.
Thank You!
I'm All Booked Up YA
Great poem and the picture works well with it.
barbaraleaver
Do we take the plunge into temptation – very thought provoking
Thecaskconnoisseur
A fantastic piece once again Jaya, absolutely beautiful once again 😁
Raji (@journeyintofantasy)
Great piece Jaya! This poem took an unexpected turn given that the title had me thinking along another line entirely, but I loved it!
Anika
Beautiful words, Jaya! I love anything bookish so this one was a treat. Thank you for sharing! ☺️
Jaya Avendel
Thank you, Anika! I thought mayhap you would be drawn to this one. 🙂
Unwanted Life
I’d rather Lucifer write in my book of passions than any other angel or god, he’s the only one in that book that took a stand against the tyranny of god
Jaya Avendel
👌🏿 Nailed some of my fascinations in this piece!
Isa A
This was very interesting and at the same time curious. You seem to have an intriguing mind to pen such words of poem. Coming across your page for the first time. Thanks for sharing xx
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quirkymoms486
oooo suspenseful and powerful Jaya! I wasn’t expecting this. Wonderful writing!
Lisa's Notebook
I think we forget that Lucifer was once an angel too so this speaks to me of regret and a desire to be heard again. Lovely, Jaya, thank you!
Jaya Avendel
Thank you, Lisa, for your in-depth read!
Jenny in Neverland
Woah. This is powerful and not at all where I was expecting it to go!
Corinne
Love the suspense in the ending of this!
Merry
Oh Lucifer! I love it. Especially when you mention “Book of passion” 😀 Well done Jaya x
Michele Lee
Interesting line breaks that create multiple meanings and the transition from angels to Lucifer was surprising. Creative and evocative writing that always takes me down an unexpected path. I love that about your style.
Jaya Avendel
Thank you, Michele! The nonet form of this piece both challenged and engaged me. Glad you were intrigued!
Michele Lee
You are most welcome. I enjoy your work. 😊
Sue Berk Koch
Thought-provoking ending! Thanks for sharing your work.
Loren
Lovely poem, Jaya! Brisk sudden actions (such as throwing the pen in anger) can lead to a surprisingly helpful response from the person least likely to expect it.
Thank you for sharing!
Jaya Avendel
Love your reading of this! Thank you.
Gabriela Marie Milton
Gorgeous piece Java 🌸
Ingrid
A tantalising poem Jaya! ✍🏿 📖 ❤️