Hey, everyone! Today, I’m excited to have as my guest friend, fellow author, and Story Empire contributor, Harmony Kent. She’s here to talk about her brand new book, which releases tomorrow.
Welcome, Harmony!
Hi, Joan. Thanks so much for hosting me today. It’s always wonderful to visit with you. Here’s a little bit I’d love to share about my latest book of poetry …
From Friendly Soul:
Holding Hands
friends see
your highs and lows
share triumphs and failures
hold your hand when you want to die
of shame
help you see the light at the end
of your darkened tunnel
find the humour
in pain
This poem comes from a time when friendships were shifting, and a deep betrayal from my sister left me reeling. It brought me to contemplate what friendship is/should be.
Holding Hands is about the acceptance of both others and self, no matter how bad we think our mistakes are. If we have to pretend around others, it’s not true friendship. I hope you enjoyed this poem and would love to know what you think.
Blurb
Life & Soul is the second book in the Soul Poetry Series by acclaimed author Harmony Kent.
This beautiful collection of over fifty poems will take the reader through the highs and lows of everyday life via contemporary poetry in a range of styles and themes. Within these pages, you will find reflections on the Lonely Soul, the Seeking Soul, Brief Soul, Friendly Soul, and the Loving Soul—states of mind and living and longing we each experience over the course of a life.
Life & Soul offers something for lovers of poetry from all walks of life.
Praise for Slices of Soul, Book 1 in the Soul Poetry Series:
“I found my answer in this wonderful treasure-trove and have already read it three times.” Robert Fear
“I found in Slices of Soul something approaching aesthetic bliss, a sense of being connected in some way to other states – like tenderness, kindness, ecstasy – where art is the norm.” Colm Herron
“A stunning collection of poems that I read in one sitting! Unable to simply put this down until I had read the last. I love the clarity of the short poems, such clear images created in so few words or phrases. Many of them touched my heart and I will be giving them a 2nd and 3rd read!” Audrina Lane
Universal Link: mybook.to/LifeAndSoul
AUTHOR BIO
Harmony Kent spent 13 years in a Zen Buddhist monastery, where she faced her demons and overcame devastating low self-esteem and found freedom. After a life-changing injury, Harmony returned to the world at the tender age of 40, and her life as a writer began.
Harmony is an award-winning multi-genre author, and her publications include:
The Battle for Brisingamen (Fantasy Fiction) AIA approved
The Glade (Mystery/Thriller) AIA Approved/BRAG Medallion Honouree/New Apple Literary Awards Official Selection Honours 2015
Polish Your Prose: Essential Editing Tips for Authors (Writing/Editing) New Apple Literary Awards Top Medallist Honours 2015
Finding Katie (Women’s Fiction)
Slices of Soul (Soul Poetry Series: Book 1)
Life and Soul (Soul Poetry Series: Book 2)
Interludes (Erotic Short Stories)
Interludes 2 (Erotic Short Stories)
Moments (Short Stories and Poetry)
Jewel in the Mud (Zen Musings)
Polish Your Prose (How to Self-Edit)
Creative Solutions (Creative Writing Inspiration)
Backstage (Erotic Romance and Thriller)
FALLOUT (Post-Apocalyptic Dystopia) BRAG Medallion Honouree
The Vanished Boy (Psychological Thriller)
As well as being an avid reader and writer, Harmony also offers reviews and supports her fellow authors. Harmony is always on the lookout for talent and excellence, and will freely promote any authors or books who she feels have these attributes.
twitter: @harmony_kent
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Story Empire (co-authored blog): Harmony Kent
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50 Responses
What a beautiful poem. Congratulations to Harmony on her release! Thanks for hosting, Joan.
Thanks so much, Jill! 💕🙂
It is beautiful, Jill. Thanks so much for visiting today.
Tweeted.
Much appreciated, Sarah 💕🙂
Thank you, Sarah.
How brave that you could channel the unimaginable pain from that experience into a way to free yourself and help others (perhaps) work through something they are going through! Brava, Harmony!!
Thanks so much, Annette. This one took a couple of years! 💕🙂
I love how she made the best of a bad situation. Thanks for visiting, Annette.
Thanks so much for having me over to visit today, Joan. It’s lovely to be here. Have a wonderful day! 💕🙂
I’m delighted to host you, Harmony. You’re always welcome here.
Looking forward to getting my copy of your book.
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That one really speaks to me, Harmony. A steadfast friend is always there for you no matter the circumstances. The poem may have come from a moment of betrayal, but I love the loyalty of which it speaks.
Congratulations on another great tour stop!
Thanks for hosting today, Joan!
That’s fantastic. Thanks so much, Mae 💕🙂
Thank you for stopping by in support of Harmony.
I’m looking forward to reading (taking in, absorbing, meditating on) Harmony’s poems!
Awesome! Thanks so much, Priscilla 💕🙂
I look forward to doing the same, Priscilla.
A beautiful poem, Harmony. Wishing you much success with this book.
Thanks so much for saying so, John, and for all your support and good wishes 💕🙂
😊
Thanks for your visit, John.
Very emotive. Pain and hope expressed so well. Much luck with your book’s debut tomorrow!
That makes me happy! Thanks, Judi 💕🙂
Thanks for stopping by today, Judi
I absolutely loved this poem and its message, Harmony! Thanks for hosting her today, Joan! 🙂
That’s fantastic! Thanks so much, Yvi 💕🙂
Thank you so much for stopping by today, Yvette.
Nothing worse than a betrayal, especially when it’s someone you love and trust. What a powerful take on the situation. Best wishes, Harmony.
Thanks for sharing, Joan.
Yep, betrayal hits us deep. Thanks so much, Staci 💕🙂
Thank you for visiting today, Staci.
A beautiful poem, Harmony. True friendship is precious! Thank you for hosting today, Joan!
You’re so right, Jan. Often a true friend will stay closer than family.
It sure is! Thanks, Jan 💕🙂
Sorry about your sister’s betrayal but love the real support we get from the family we create throughout life. Can’t wait to read your collection.
Thanks for hosting Joan 🙂
Betrayal hurts, especially if it comes from a family member. I’m looking forward to reading this collection as well.
The family we create through life … I love that. And it’s so often the more enduring. Thanks, Denise 💕🙂
All the best to Harmony on her latest book!
Thanks for dropping by, Liz.
You’re welcome, Joan.
Thanks so much, Liz 💕🙂
You’re welcome, Harmony.
Congratulations, Harmony, I’m so happy for you. Your featured poem is powerful — and so tender. Thank you, Joan, for spotlighting Harmony today. 🙂
It is a powerful poem, Gwen. Thanks for stopping by today.
Thanks so much, Gwen. I’m so happy the poem touched you 💕🙂
Lovely to see Harmony featured here too Joan. <3
Thanks so much, Debby 💕🙂
Hugs xx
Thank you for visiting, Debby!
My pleasure Joan x