In my poem 3-Minute Novel: "Steve's Best Cellar", Steve died.
A reader disliked the ‘sadness'.I'll correct that now, or know I've tried.
In his "best cellar", a "bullet blew a hole through Steve's brain".
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i tried to return a response to Pp's comment below, but a message says 'The page cannot be found" . Shall i assume that s/he/it aka Pp does not exist or never did? ? ! ! ! it is not unheard of on PH. i DO appreciate getting comments, pro or con or " on the fence" , but i wonder if the Poet" s poet comment is left in all seriousness. to each there own. bri :) P.S. maybe it is " simple readers" who want simple English?
A bit long...........Very LOOOONG Too many, " " : And, He, But etc ////// What reader expects is simple english not this complicated.... Length of the poem decides it's fate, you probably missed it and messed it ! ! ! ! !
Behind this serious story there is the truth of life. You captured the change of mood and swing of emotions perfectly. Indeed an inspiring poem, I wish to see a few more on this subject.
A fantastic story poem narrated well and swell and fabulously as always. It's always fun to read you poet! I smiled at ' under a minaret, tent, , kudos. So nice to read from your inking again, Pleez do comment my newest poem too titled, 'when life was really child's play'
Excellent poem! I am really happy that Steve decided to change the course of his life and searched for other options rather than blowing a hole in his brain. Maybe his horrid dream had something to do with it! Your poem has send a great message to many in need of hope and encouragement. Thanks Bri for a great poem.
And better something here I read, I will read Against the window when it's light. Great poem Bri.
I am glad that you changed the poem to a happy ending.A wonderful poem about serious social problems which are very much connected.Family disturbance> depression> drug abuse > attempting suicide > councelling and support > recover > HAPPY LIFE