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If you buy a book and like it, please go to Amazon.com and review it. This is one of the single best thing you can do to help an author today. To leave a review for books by C. Steven Blue, go to this link: http://www.amazon.com/C.-Steven-Blue/e/B009B0BN9M, then click on the book you want to review. Also, please tell a friend (or all your friends) how you feel about Steven's books and recommend them. Word of mouth is a great help. Thank you.
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S.O.S. ~ Songs Of Sobriety ~
A Personal Journey Of Recovery
Copyright 2013, First Edition, Paperback
C.S. Blue
ISBN# 978-0-9635499-3-8
186 pages. $14.95
Poetry/Recovery/Self-Help/Inspiration.
Over 20 years in the making, Songs Of Sobriety chronicles the first ten years in the recovery process; from the struggle to get help, to being a newcomer in recovery, to gaining a strong foundation in your own life and new-found strength in dealing with life's problems going forward.
In this groundbreaking book, California/Oregon poet C. Steven Blue is a great source of inspiration, not only for those in recovery, but for anyone seeking to help themselves or someone else with the every day difficulties that life throws our way.
Inspirational and revealing, the book channels the struggles, the emotions and the healing processes of recovery, in linear story fashion, in verse. With over 25 years in recovery, C. Steven Blue's own experiences and observations serve as the basis for this moving book, filled with the wonder and renewal that recovery brings.
Praise for Songs Of Sobriety:
There is nothing else like this out there. An open window into the world of addiction. Filled with poetic insight and wisdom. C.S. Blue’s voice is soulful and speaks the truth.
—R. K. Johnston, Author of From Fractals, Forward and The Wandering Circle.
This book is not only for those in recovery but for all those who've been in troubled relationships, whether with alcohol, drugs or people. Many of the feelings expressed in this book can be embraced by anyone. A comfort for life’s struggles.
—Paulette Schreiner, Beloved wife of C. Steven Blue.
Excerpt from a review by Ingrid Wendt:
Your work comes from the heart, and puts into words some deeply personal thoughts, feelings, experiences, which have moved you to share them with others. They are brave poems; there is real risk in putting one’s soul out there for others to see. Your choices of subjects are very much in the territory of “the poetic;” they’ve called out to you, and you have heeded the calls.
I also very much admire your hard work at conquering your addiction. As an ex-smoker,
who quit three times, for many years in between each quitting time, I know I can never touch another cigarette, or I’m doomed. This isn’t nearly as difficult an addiction as the one you have conquered, but I know enough about such things to see and admire the strength you mustered, in your past life, and to applaud your entering the world of poetry, as you create a meaningful future for yourself.
—Ingrid Wendt, Poet/Teacher/Editor. Author of Evensong, Surgeonfish and Starting With Little Things: A Guide To Writing Poetry In The Classroom.
Review by Quinton Hallett: "Surrender to Win"
Enter C. S. Blue's S.O.S Songs of Sobriety and step onto a remarkable rescue boat of poems chronicling his journey to recovery from addiction. Follow the poet's frank accounts of acute distress, his discovery of a life raft (H.P., Love) and crucial keys for lifting himself out of the mire in the first ten years of that recovery. Blue's poems will resonate with those who
have endured epic loneliness and isolation. "Chair Dreams" is an anthem to the utter stasis of certain conditions before help is sought or accepted.
Section by section, Blue rocks the reader forward in a personal cadence. Rhyme, slant rhyme, riffs of language and mantra appear in free form and in poignant refrains. [This reader took off on the notion of 'refrain': refrain as reinforcement of the recovery message, and the need to refrain constantly from succumbing to the "Three Forty Four" dealer knocking at the door.]
Most lives get battered one way or another. Blue's S.O.S. collection gives readers in recovery of any kind one form of playbook, one person rescued, tapping out joy in fresh ability to feel, work, love--- small joys, finally accepted and allowed. Stay with Blue and acknowledge his work to "Turn it Over."
—Quinton Hallett, Editor/Publisher of Fern Rock Falls Press. Author of Refuge From Flux and Shiver Quench Slate.
Excerpt from a review by the Oregon Poetry Association:
The author relives his experiences and feelings during his journey of recovery. He looks back to the time before the first years, noting that every first step is hard as he reaches out of pain and sadness for help in "Barroom Blues". No doubt he's not alone, there must be many others who can relate to his journey.
Numerous steps are recorded during the first six months to one year expressed in "Hard Knocks". The author employs a rhyme suitable for songs as in 'Shooting star bright for a brief streak/A glimpse of the future takes a peek.' Yet pain and doubt accompany the progress to a 'better life' such as in 'Once in a blue moon/you can tell/. . .to return/from a living hell'.
The book is divided into stages of sobriety. "The Demon" equates the negative forces of addiction with the power to 'kill' – a good metaphor for alcohol and drugs. "Rest In Peace," "Back To School" and "Night Of The Whispering Poet" attest to the return from chaos and pain to the joy of a 'normal life.'
—Ninette Freed, Poet/OPA member.
C.S. Blue
ISBN# 978-0-9635499-3-8
186 pages. $14.95
Poetry/Recovery/Self-Help/Inspiration.
Over 20 years in the making, Songs Of Sobriety chronicles the first ten years in the recovery process; from the struggle to get help, to being a newcomer in recovery, to gaining a strong foundation in your own life and new-found strength in dealing with life's problems going forward.
In this groundbreaking book, California/Oregon poet C. Steven Blue is a great source of inspiration, not only for those in recovery, but for anyone seeking to help themselves or someone else with the every day difficulties that life throws our way.
Inspirational and revealing, the book channels the struggles, the emotions and the healing processes of recovery, in linear story fashion, in verse. With over 25 years in recovery, C. Steven Blue's own experiences and observations serve as the basis for this moving book, filled with the wonder and renewal that recovery brings.
Praise for Songs Of Sobriety:
There is nothing else like this out there. An open window into the world of addiction. Filled with poetic insight and wisdom. C.S. Blue’s voice is soulful and speaks the truth.
—R. K. Johnston, Author of From Fractals, Forward and The Wandering Circle.
This book is not only for those in recovery but for all those who've been in troubled relationships, whether with alcohol, drugs or people. Many of the feelings expressed in this book can be embraced by anyone. A comfort for life’s struggles.
—Paulette Schreiner, Beloved wife of C. Steven Blue.
Excerpt from a review by Ingrid Wendt:
Your work comes from the heart, and puts into words some deeply personal thoughts, feelings, experiences, which have moved you to share them with others. They are brave poems; there is real risk in putting one’s soul out there for others to see. Your choices of subjects are very much in the territory of “the poetic;” they’ve called out to you, and you have heeded the calls.
I also very much admire your hard work at conquering your addiction. As an ex-smoker,
who quit three times, for many years in between each quitting time, I know I can never touch another cigarette, or I’m doomed. This isn’t nearly as difficult an addiction as the one you have conquered, but I know enough about such things to see and admire the strength you mustered, in your past life, and to applaud your entering the world of poetry, as you create a meaningful future for yourself.
—Ingrid Wendt, Poet/Teacher/Editor. Author of Evensong, Surgeonfish and Starting With Little Things: A Guide To Writing Poetry In The Classroom.
Review by Quinton Hallett: "Surrender to Win"
Enter C. S. Blue's S.O.S Songs of Sobriety and step onto a remarkable rescue boat of poems chronicling his journey to recovery from addiction. Follow the poet's frank accounts of acute distress, his discovery of a life raft (H.P., Love) and crucial keys for lifting himself out of the mire in the first ten years of that recovery. Blue's poems will resonate with those who
have endured epic loneliness and isolation. "Chair Dreams" is an anthem to the utter stasis of certain conditions before help is sought or accepted.
Section by section, Blue rocks the reader forward in a personal cadence. Rhyme, slant rhyme, riffs of language and mantra appear in free form and in poignant refrains. [This reader took off on the notion of 'refrain': refrain as reinforcement of the recovery message, and the need to refrain constantly from succumbing to the "Three Forty Four" dealer knocking at the door.]
Most lives get battered one way or another. Blue's S.O.S. collection gives readers in recovery of any kind one form of playbook, one person rescued, tapping out joy in fresh ability to feel, work, love--- small joys, finally accepted and allowed. Stay with Blue and acknowledge his work to "Turn it Over."
—Quinton Hallett, Editor/Publisher of Fern Rock Falls Press. Author of Refuge From Flux and Shiver Quench Slate.
Excerpt from a review by the Oregon Poetry Association:
The author relives his experiences and feelings during his journey of recovery. He looks back to the time before the first years, noting that every first step is hard as he reaches out of pain and sadness for help in "Barroom Blues". No doubt he's not alone, there must be many others who can relate to his journey.
Numerous steps are recorded during the first six months to one year expressed in "Hard Knocks". The author employs a rhyme suitable for songs as in 'Shooting star bright for a brief streak/A glimpse of the future takes a peek.' Yet pain and doubt accompany the progress to a 'better life' such as in 'Once in a blue moon/you can tell/. . .to return/from a living hell'.
The book is divided into stages of sobriety. "The Demon" equates the negative forces of addiction with the power to 'kill' – a good metaphor for alcohol and drugs. "Rest In Peace," "Back To School" and "Night Of The Whispering Poet" attest to the return from chaos and pain to the joy of a 'normal life.'
—Ninette Freed, Poet/OPA member.
eBook
S.O.S. ~ Songs Of Sobriety ~
A Personal Journey Of Recovery
the eBook can be purchased
at the following link:
S.O.S. ~ Songs Of Sobriety ~
A Personal Journey Of Recovery
the eBook can be purchased
at the following link:
*Website Exclusive Extra*
To see a video of C. Steven Blue reading and performing poems from this book, go here:
"Songs Of Sobriety"
To see a video of C. Steven Blue reading and performing poems from this book, go here:
"Songs Of Sobriety"
BLACK TIGHTS
Copyright 2013, First Edition, Paperback
C.S. Blue
ISBN# 978-0-9635499-4-5
92 pages. $9.95
Romantic/Erotic Poetry Vignettes:
Tales of young love, lust and heartache.
In Black Tights, poet C. Steven Blue dives into love, passion, erotica and heartache. In this series of vignettes, we become voyeurs in the amorous adventures of young love, lust, longing and betrayal. At times titillating and inspiring, these tales of young love's yearnings and inspirations are emotional and sometimes heartbreaking. There is no linear poetry out there quite like this. A thrill ride of sensation that will leave you excited and longing . . . for more.
C.S. Blue proves once again that his poetry is so musical and balanced you can hear it in your head like a song—lyrical, with sensuous emotion and great imagery. It makes poetry fun to read when the cadence and repeats are very natural.
—Jennifer Chambers, Editor, Journalist and Author of Anna, Learning Life Again, and
Brambleberry Farm.
Amazing! Beautiful imagery here—direct, playful, yearning, showing overwhelm & doubt at times.
—Michele Graf, Author/Editor, Lifelines (a Poetic Muselings Anthology). Editor of the award winning e-zine, Apollo’s Lyre.
C.S. Blue
ISBN# 978-0-9635499-4-5
92 pages. $9.95
Romantic/Erotic Poetry Vignettes:
Tales of young love, lust and heartache.
In Black Tights, poet C. Steven Blue dives into love, passion, erotica and heartache. In this series of vignettes, we become voyeurs in the amorous adventures of young love, lust, longing and betrayal. At times titillating and inspiring, these tales of young love's yearnings and inspirations are emotional and sometimes heartbreaking. There is no linear poetry out there quite like this. A thrill ride of sensation that will leave you excited and longing . . . for more.
C.S. Blue proves once again that his poetry is so musical and balanced you can hear it in your head like a song—lyrical, with sensuous emotion and great imagery. It makes poetry fun to read when the cadence and repeats are very natural.
—Jennifer Chambers, Editor, Journalist and Author of Anna, Learning Life Again, and
Brambleberry Farm.
Amazing! Beautiful imagery here—direct, playful, yearning, showing overwhelm & doubt at times.
—Michele Graf, Author/Editor, Lifelines (a Poetic Muselings Anthology). Editor of the award winning e-zine, Apollo’s Lyre.
eBook
BLACK TIGHTS
the eBook can be purchased
at the following link:
BLACK TIGHTS
the eBook can be purchased
at the following link:
*Website Exclusive Extra*
To see a video of C. Steven Blue reading and performing poems from this book, go here:
"Black Tights"
To see a video of C. Steven Blue reading and performing poems from this book, go here:
"Black Tights"
CASCADIA
Copyright 2013, Paperback
Edited by C. Steven Blue
ISBN# 978-0615817422
56 pages. $5.50
Cascadia is the anthology of winning poems of the Oregon Student Poetry Contest.
Sponsored by the Oregon Poetry Association (OPA) and published annually, the 40 winning poems are selected in four divisions of K-12 school student entries from all across the state. Division I: Kindergarten-Grade 2; Division II: Grades 3-5; Division III: Grades 6-8; Division IV: Grades 9-12. Each division has 1st, 2nd and 3rd place winners and 7 honorable mentions. All 40 winning poets are published in the book.
As a member of OPA, C. Steven Blue volunteered his publishing and editing services in 2013 for Volume 15, which was acknowledged as being the finest published volume to date.
Edited by C. Steven Blue
ISBN# 978-0615817422
56 pages. $5.50
Cascadia is the anthology of winning poems of the Oregon Student Poetry Contest.
Sponsored by the Oregon Poetry Association (OPA) and published annually, the 40 winning poems are selected in four divisions of K-12 school student entries from all across the state. Division I: Kindergarten-Grade 2; Division II: Grades 3-5; Division III: Grades 6-8; Division IV: Grades 9-12. Each division has 1st, 2nd and 3rd place winners and 7 honorable mentions. All 40 winning poets are published in the book.
As a member of OPA, C. Steven Blue volunteered his publishing and editing services in 2013 for Volume 15, which was acknowledged as being the finest published volume to date.
WILDWEED
Copyright 2012, First Edition, Chapbook
Saddle Stitch (handmade)
C. Steven Blue
ISBN# 978-0-9635499-1-4
48 pages. $7.95
~~~ The Sea, The City & Me ~~~
C. Steven Blue grew up in Hollywood, California.
He is from . . .
where so many people go to . . .
to find their dreams.
Growing up on the streets of L.A. in the '60s provided a wealth of inspiration for Steven's poetry, which he started writing at a young age; winning his first poetry award at the tender age of 12. Wildweed reflects much of the sensibilities of growing up in that time and in the big city.
Whether C. Steven Blue is capturing “the shadows of the past” or living “in this moment,” his new book, Wildweed, creates a road to go beyond the common metaphor. He delves into the themes of nature, love and self-awareness with equal discern and amplitude. A very accessible poet; a must read book.
—R. K. Johnston, Author of From Fractals, Forward and The Wandering Circle.
Excerpt from a review of Wildweed by Ingrid Wendt:
Throughout Wildweed, I am struck again and again by a skillful use of language, here and there, as well as a depth of feeling. You clearly have an ear for musical language, and quite often I find refreshing, playful, delightful word combinations and refreshing ways of seeing familiar things.
Let me transcribe the jottings on the purple paste-it notes which I’ve stuck here and there, through the book – not on all of the poems, just a few.
"Twinkling of an Eye,” thematically, as well as in subject matter, a great way to begin the whole collection. I like the wind’s being “crystal clear” – something visual – nice use of onomatopoeia, combining the sense impressions. I like the “wedding gowns blow through my dreams” – terrific image!
Lots of good images in “Speed Dreamin’,” especially “heater crinkles in this weather," "The “ratings/ of previous lovers” – original and interesting, clever, tender, original, precise, interesting ending.
In the poem “Sounds Awakening,” I enjoy “passion’s pleasing/ and teasing bright display.” “I can almost hear my frosty breath/ breaking with the morning waves.” Wow.
“Shadows of Sunrise” – I love the cream puff image, very original. Love the sounds of the words “peck/ sleek their silky feathers” In fact this whole poem is rich with imagery and musical sounds. (“passengers in flashing windows” – another example of great sounds and
imagery, combined). The poem ends nicely. This poem contains some of your best strengths as a poet.
Small examples of language that I encounter here and there, that feel overused and from the universal pool of generic language, thus working against the truly original parts of your poems, are words and phrases like “ever so slightly,” “soothe my soul,” “your mind’s eye,” “sweet harmony,” “hungry for the news,” etc. The opposite extreme of such phrases are wonderful word combinations such as the title “Penetrating Presumptions on a Sunday
Saturation.”
Some of the poems feel like songs, especially those with refrains, and I can imagine them being sung to music. “In This Moment” would make a wonderful song. “you/me: the shadows of the past,” is another poem that is more song than poem, with its lively refrain (“the crack of your back”). And I like the 1st part, especially, of “Hubcaps on the Highway.” I can really hear this as a song.
In “Like a Wet Rainbow,” . . . I like the pattern you’ve created: 3 rhyming lines, and then the refrain; three rhyming lines, and then the refrain. You have a good instinct for parallel structure here, and elsewhere in the book.
Then there are poems in which the subject matter is more complex, more interesting, therefore, than others. “Poezija: The Ballerina” is one of those. I’m intrigued by the different topics in the three sections: tree, structured steel, and ballerina. It’s an ambitious poem, reaching for larger kinds of metaphors.
Reading the poem “Wildweed,” I made these notes: “wonderful rhythms, music” – reminds me of Joni Mitchell.
“Depth Perception”: “like it a lot, feels like a song...“Could it be we’re poorer…/ for all the coins that have been tossed?
"Serendipity Sessions" . . . Aha – an insight . . . The delightful alliteration, the playful sounds in the poem, dominate the sense, override meaning – the “jingle” quality of Ogden Nash. Abstract language dominates: I’d love to see examples of “the simplest things/ that a fresh moment brings.”
“The Edge of Things” makes a beautiful song. “Just in Time” – a perfect way to end the book. Feels well crafted, just the right length.
—Ingrid Wendt, Poet/Teacher/Editor. Author of Evensong, Surgeonfish and Starting With Little Things: A Guide To Writing Poetry In The Classroom.
Saddle Stitch (handmade)
C. Steven Blue
ISBN# 978-0-9635499-1-4
48 pages. $7.95
~~~ The Sea, The City & Me ~~~
C. Steven Blue grew up in Hollywood, California.
He is from . . .
where so many people go to . . .
to find their dreams.
Growing up on the streets of L.A. in the '60s provided a wealth of inspiration for Steven's poetry, which he started writing at a young age; winning his first poetry award at the tender age of 12. Wildweed reflects much of the sensibilities of growing up in that time and in the big city.
Whether C. Steven Blue is capturing “the shadows of the past” or living “in this moment,” his new book, Wildweed, creates a road to go beyond the common metaphor. He delves into the themes of nature, love and self-awareness with equal discern and amplitude. A very accessible poet; a must read book.
—R. K. Johnston, Author of From Fractals, Forward and The Wandering Circle.
Excerpt from a review of Wildweed by Ingrid Wendt:
Throughout Wildweed, I am struck again and again by a skillful use of language, here and there, as well as a depth of feeling. You clearly have an ear for musical language, and quite often I find refreshing, playful, delightful word combinations and refreshing ways of seeing familiar things.
Let me transcribe the jottings on the purple paste-it notes which I’ve stuck here and there, through the book – not on all of the poems, just a few.
"Twinkling of an Eye,” thematically, as well as in subject matter, a great way to begin the whole collection. I like the wind’s being “crystal clear” – something visual – nice use of onomatopoeia, combining the sense impressions. I like the “wedding gowns blow through my dreams” – terrific image!
Lots of good images in “Speed Dreamin’,” especially “heater crinkles in this weather," "The “ratings/ of previous lovers” – original and interesting, clever, tender, original, precise, interesting ending.
In the poem “Sounds Awakening,” I enjoy “passion’s pleasing/ and teasing bright display.” “I can almost hear my frosty breath/ breaking with the morning waves.” Wow.
“Shadows of Sunrise” – I love the cream puff image, very original. Love the sounds of the words “peck/ sleek their silky feathers” In fact this whole poem is rich with imagery and musical sounds. (“passengers in flashing windows” – another example of great sounds and
imagery, combined). The poem ends nicely. This poem contains some of your best strengths as a poet.
Small examples of language that I encounter here and there, that feel overused and from the universal pool of generic language, thus working against the truly original parts of your poems, are words and phrases like “ever so slightly,” “soothe my soul,” “your mind’s eye,” “sweet harmony,” “hungry for the news,” etc. The opposite extreme of such phrases are wonderful word combinations such as the title “Penetrating Presumptions on a Sunday
Saturation.”
Some of the poems feel like songs, especially those with refrains, and I can imagine them being sung to music. “In This Moment” would make a wonderful song. “you/me: the shadows of the past,” is another poem that is more song than poem, with its lively refrain (“the crack of your back”). And I like the 1st part, especially, of “Hubcaps on the Highway.” I can really hear this as a song.
In “Like a Wet Rainbow,” . . . I like the pattern you’ve created: 3 rhyming lines, and then the refrain; three rhyming lines, and then the refrain. You have a good instinct for parallel structure here, and elsewhere in the book.
Then there are poems in which the subject matter is more complex, more interesting, therefore, than others. “Poezija: The Ballerina” is one of those. I’m intrigued by the different topics in the three sections: tree, structured steel, and ballerina. It’s an ambitious poem, reaching for larger kinds of metaphors.
Reading the poem “Wildweed,” I made these notes: “wonderful rhythms, music” – reminds me of Joni Mitchell.
“Depth Perception”: “like it a lot, feels like a song...“Could it be we’re poorer…/ for all the coins that have been tossed?
"Serendipity Sessions" . . . Aha – an insight . . . The delightful alliteration, the playful sounds in the poem, dominate the sense, override meaning – the “jingle” quality of Ogden Nash. Abstract language dominates: I’d love to see examples of “the simplest things/ that a fresh moment brings.”
“The Edge of Things” makes a beautiful song. “Just in Time” – a perfect way to end the book. Feels well crafted, just the right length.
—Ingrid Wendt, Poet/Teacher/Editor. Author of Evensong, Surgeonfish and Starting With Little Things: A Guide To Writing Poetry In The Classroom.
*Website Exclusive Extra*
To see a video of C. Steven Blue performing the title poem from this book, go here:
"Wildweed"
To see a video of C. Steven Blue performing the title poem from this book, go here:
"Wildweed"
EUGENE
150th Birthday Celebration Poetry Collection
Copyright Sept. 29, 2012, First Edition, Paperback
Edited by C. Steven Blue and Pat Edwards
ISBN# 978-0-9635499-2-1
60 pages. $12.00
~ Anthology of Oregon poetry ~
This poetry anthology was created to celebrate Eugene, Oregon's Sesquicentennial in 2012. Jointly published by Arrowcloud Press and Groundwaters Publishing in association with the Eugene, Oregon Public Library. The work of 30 Oregon poets (including C. Steven Blue) and two Eugene Artists are featured in this unique collection of Eugene themed poetry. Proceeds from the sale of this book benefit the Eugene Public Library for its continued support and fine work in our community.
About this book project:
Eugene poet, C. Steven Blue, was appointed by the Eugene Public Library to organize a special poetry event to help celebrate Eugene's 150th Birthday. Local poets were invited to submit original works with a Eugene, Oregon theme which Steven decided to also organize into a book. Those chosen were asked to read their poems at the celebration on
September 29, 2012.
This special poetry anthology contains at least one poem from each poet who submitted their work. Young and old, new and experienced poets contributed to this unique book and to the event. Some of the work published was inspired by the library's Summer Reading Series Poetry Workshop & Poetry Showcase, held in July, 2012 and hosted by C. Steven Blue.
Copies of the book, which was jointly published by Arrowcloud Press and Groundwaters Publishing, were awarded to each of the participants and presented to the Eugene Public Library at the event.
Edited by C. Steven Blue and Pat Edwards
ISBN# 978-0-9635499-2-1
60 pages. $12.00
~ Anthology of Oregon poetry ~
This poetry anthology was created to celebrate Eugene, Oregon's Sesquicentennial in 2012. Jointly published by Arrowcloud Press and Groundwaters Publishing in association with the Eugene, Oregon Public Library. The work of 30 Oregon poets (including C. Steven Blue) and two Eugene Artists are featured in this unique collection of Eugene themed poetry. Proceeds from the sale of this book benefit the Eugene Public Library for its continued support and fine work in our community.
About this book project:
Eugene poet, C. Steven Blue, was appointed by the Eugene Public Library to organize a special poetry event to help celebrate Eugene's 150th Birthday. Local poets were invited to submit original works with a Eugene, Oregon theme which Steven decided to also organize into a book. Those chosen were asked to read their poems at the celebration on
September 29, 2012.
This special poetry anthology contains at least one poem from each poet who submitted their work. Young and old, new and experienced poets contributed to this unique book and to the event. Some of the work published was inspired by the library's Summer Reading Series Poetry Workshop & Poetry Showcase, held in July, 2012 and hosted by C. Steven Blue.
Copies of the book, which was jointly published by Arrowcloud Press and Groundwaters Publishing, were awarded to each of the participants and presented to the Eugene Public Library at the event.
eBook
EUGENE
150th Birthday Celebration Poetry Collection
the eBook can be purchased
at the following link:
EUGENE
150th Birthday Celebration Poetry Collection
the eBook can be purchased
at the following link:
WORDSONGS
Copyright 1992, First Edition, Paperback
C. Steven Blue
ISBN# 0-9635499-0-1
42 pages. $5.00
~ A Poetry Album ~
There are still some copies of this, Steven's first book, self-published over twenty years ago, when modern self-publishing was still in its infancy.
This is the first book in the Wordsongs Series.
Each book in this series is interwoven into a theme and contains twenty pieces (with side 1 and side 2) in a concept similar to a vinyl record album.
Here is a definition of wordsongs by C. Steven Blue:
word'song, n. [AS. wordsong.]
1. a poem that is like a song or could be a song.
2. verses that tell a story in rhythm, sometimes with a chorus or refrain.
3. a song that you read, that sings to your imagination.
C. Steven Blue
ISBN# 0-9635499-0-1
42 pages. $5.00
~ A Poetry Album ~
There are still some copies of this, Steven's first book, self-published over twenty years ago, when modern self-publishing was still in its infancy.
This is the first book in the Wordsongs Series.
Each book in this series is interwoven into a theme and contains twenty pieces (with side 1 and side 2) in a concept similar to a vinyl record album.
Here is a definition of wordsongs by C. Steven Blue:
word'song, n. [AS. wordsong.]
1. a poem that is like a song or could be a song.
2. verses that tell a story in rhythm, sometimes with a chorus or refrain.
3. a song that you read, that sings to your imagination.
*Website Exclusive Extra*
To see a video of C. Steven Blue performing a poem from this book, go here:
"Oh Big Sky"
To see a video of C. Steven Blue performing a poem from this book, go here:
"Oh Big Sky"
- Handmade Books -
There are only a few of these left.
Steven is no longer making these as they are too labor intensive.
S.O.S. (Songs Of Sobriety):
A Personal Journey Of Recovery
Copyright 2010, Handmade Edition
C. Steven Blue
200 pages. $70.00
An earlier version of Songs Of Sobriety.
Each book was completely handmade by
C. Steven Blue: written, designed, printed and hand crafted; using all natural materials. Each book was hand signed, dated and numbered on the day it was made.
S.O.S. is an inspirational journey of one man's struggle for recovery from alcoholism and drug addiction. It is a journey of the first ten years of recovery; told through the poems written during those years: struggling first to get clean and sober, then to stay in sobriety and live a happy and fulfilling life. Readers of this book have said they believe this book is for anyone, not just those in recovery. We all have our own struggles in life and this book can be inspirational and enlightening to anyone.
It is Steven's hope that this book may help and inspire those who are struggling to get into recovery from addiction of any kind, those who are already in recovery, those who may have a family member or loved one struggling and even those who have a friend or co-worker who is in a struggle to recover. It is a struggle of the brave, to be sure!
An intervention for some... a revelation for others. May you find within its pages, some inspiration of your own...
C. Steven Blue
200 pages. $70.00
An earlier version of Songs Of Sobriety.
Each book was completely handmade by
C. Steven Blue: written, designed, printed and hand crafted; using all natural materials. Each book was hand signed, dated and numbered on the day it was made.
S.O.S. is an inspirational journey of one man's struggle for recovery from alcoholism and drug addiction. It is a journey of the first ten years of recovery; told through the poems written during those years: struggling first to get clean and sober, then to stay in sobriety and live a happy and fulfilling life. Readers of this book have said they believe this book is for anyone, not just those in recovery. We all have our own struggles in life and this book can be inspirational and enlightening to anyone.
It is Steven's hope that this book may help and inspire those who are struggling to get into recovery from addiction of any kind, those who are already in recovery, those who may have a family member or loved one struggling and even those who have a friend or co-worker who is in a struggle to recover. It is a struggle of the brave, to be sure!
An intervention for some... a revelation for others. May you find within its pages, some inspiration of your own...
WORDSONGS (revised)
Copyright 2010, Handmade Edition
C. Steven Blue
70 pages. $35.00
Each book was completely handmade by
C. Steven Blue: written, designed, printed and hand crafted; using all natural materials. Each book was hand signed, dated and numbered on the day it was made.
This is a revised and updated version of the original WORDSONGS book. It is the first in the Wordsongs book series.
C. Steven Blue
70 pages. $35.00
Each book was completely handmade by
C. Steven Blue: written, designed, printed and hand crafted; using all natural materials. Each book was hand signed, dated and numbered on the day it was made.
This is a revised and updated version of the original WORDSONGS book. It is the first in the Wordsongs book series.