Balroop Singh has released a new poetry collection, and that’s an event that’s worth the attention of contemporary poetry lovers. Ms. Singh has a unique style, one I can appreciate as a short story writer. Her work is generally free verse, unrhymed, resulting in an effect that manages to achieve denseness, with no wasted words, and is at the same time accessible to the average reader. No obscure allusions will slow the reader down or make them scratch their heads. You don’t have to understand what happened at Thermopylae to “get” her work.
The other hallmark of her poems I’ve noticed is that the focus is largely on the interior life. She includes descriptions of the exterior world, of course, but they mostly serve to illuminate the emotional state of the poet, and by extension, the reader. My favorite poem in the collection is Moments that Glow. I’m going to reproduce it here in its entirety since it’s only three stanzas long:
“Blissful moments of togetherness,
Soft reminders of love,
Add glow to the setting sun
When we walk toward horizon
Each moment magnifies our ecstasy,
Each moment a new dream,
Wafts around me
Mingles with your breath
Your breath brightens my passion,
Redefines my love,
I want to clasp these moments
To never let go.”
You can read more of Ms. Singh’s work by checking out the Look Inside here: https://www.amazon.com/Moments-We-Love-Balroop-Singh-ebook/dp/B07W57M462/.
Happy reading! : )
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Cathleen Townsend 
A lovely review of Balroop’s book, Cathleen.
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I’m glad you like it. I wanted to post some reviews before I get too far into my prepping series. Btw, you’re next. : )
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Am I really, that is so lovely. Thank you, Cathleen.
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Thanks Robbie, you are always the first one to spread the news! I was delighted to see your Facebook update. Many thanks dear Super lover of our fraternity.
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My pleasure, Balroop. I love to share good news and reviews.
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What a gorgeous love poem! I enjoy Balroop’s poetry style and have read several of her books. I like your description of Balroop’s poetry – right on.
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Thanks, Pam. I particularly liked this one because I’ve always thought of beautiful moments as life’s greatest treasures. : )
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The are life’s greatest treasures, and part of the treasure is realizing when a moment is special. Sometimes we humans are too “busy” to stop and realize — “WOW!”
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Thank you Pam, Cathleen’s review is a great compliment, her perspective is so balanced. Loved it.
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What a pleasant surprise Cathleen! You made my morning tea sweeter with those lovely words about the style of my writing. I like your favorite poem too as it captures the most cherished moments that fleet by before we savor them, only realising their preciousness later in life. Many thanks for reading and writing a thoughtful review, as always. 🙂 Stay blessed.
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Really, we’re so easy. All you have to do to make an author’s day is to tell them you like their book. I know the feeling, though. I can skate for days off a good review. : )
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So true Cathleen 🤗
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Lovely review and beautiful poem! ❤ Must share! xo
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Thanks so much, Bette. : )
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