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Words Are Snakes with Arms

A Year in Poems

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Words Are Snakes with Arms

By: Alex Brown
Narrated by: Olivia Broslow
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Words Are Snakes with Arms is a bold and heartfelt poetry anthology by Alex Brown, encapsulating a year in the author's life through a series of intimate, daily reflections. Each poem serves as a microcosm of a single day, capturing the raw emotions and thoughts experienced in real-time. The collection invites listeners to explore the highs and lows of human existence, from joy and passion to despair and confusion, presented with unflinching honesty and poetic grace.

This anthology offers a vivid portrayal of life's complexities, where each poem is like a small window into the author's private world, now shared with the listener. The title itself reflects the nature of the verses: words that grasp and release, striking suddenly or flowing soothingly, much like serpents with arms. As you delve into these poems, you will encounter the unvarnished truth of daily life, expressed through powerful imagery and emotional depth.

Listening to "Words Are Snakes with Arms" is akin to experiencing the changing seasons, with each poem bringing a unique flavor and a new perspective on the fluidity of life. This collection is an invitation to engage with reality in all its varied hues, from love and loss to revelation and longing. It promises to provoke thought, stir emotions, and offer moments of profound self-reflection.

Alex Brown's debut poetry collection is a stark, unfiltered exploration of human existence, in the beauty of poetic expression. With no pretenses or false fronts, this collection lays bare the authentic lived days of the author, making it a compelling audiobook for those seeking a genuine and moving literary experience. Prepare to meet the snakes with arms.

©2024 Alex Brown (P)2025 Open Kimono Publishing
Poetry United States

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