Poetry
Straight From My Heart is a collection of poetry and essays that represent the reflections, observations, emotions, and experiences of Bill Holmes from his continuing journey through life and its infinite possibilities. Holmes puts every ounce of his creativity, determination, and perseverance to capture a piece of his soul into the written word. Enlightening, inspirational, angry, passionate, and witty, Straight From My Heart addresses complex issues in today’s Western Society such as racism, politics, spirituality, suicide, family, and love.
ISBN: 0-9792500-6-4
ISBN: 978-0-9792500-6-4
Publication Date:
June 1, 2006
Paperback
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Step
Up to the Mic: A Poetic Explosion
Edited by Michael J. Burt
Thought-provoking, intimate, empowering, community-related, and all other areas relating to life is compiled in Step Up to the Mic: A Poetic Explosion. Featuring HBO's Def Poets Red Storm and Georgia Me, Queen Sheba, Michael J. Burt, Bill Holmes, and countless fantastic poets.
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Publication Date:
September 25, 2007
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Love
Changes
By Michael J. Burt
Love Changes, Michael J. Burt’s sophomore release, is a compilation of his most personal works. Burt describes this compilation as being a diary revealing his most personal thoughts. This poetry collection takes you on a journey through love, which is subject to change.
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ISBN-10: 0-9722990-6-8
ISBN-13: 978-0-9722990-6-0
Publication Date:
February 5, 2007
Paperback; 80 pages
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Praise for Michael J. Burt and Love Changes
"[Michael J. Burt encompasses] the ability to reach the Soul with honest
words of emotional optimism. . . Lovely."
—Marsha Ambrosius of Grammy-nominated Floetry
"The poetry of Michael J. Burt is beyond poignant; they
are lifesavers, life reminders of love’s possibilities and pitfalls. A
necessary and enjoyable read. Beautiful just beautiful!"
—Georgia Me of HBO’s
Def Poetry Jam
"Love vibrates, as does Michael’s poetry. A "must read"
for the free and hopeful."
—Maria Dowd, Author of
Journey into My Brother’s Soul
"With so much going on in the world, it grows difficult to
intrigue someone’s mind, but that is exactly what Michael’s words do to you.
. . They captivate you!"
—J. Ivy of HBO’s
Def Poetry Jam
"Burt’s prose is fresh, smooth as silk, and a great blend
of romance and urban consciousness. . .his poetic flow will captivate those
who love the spoken word."
—Shawan Lewis, Author of
Help Wanted