For an autographed copy of Poems For All Seasons and All Kinds of Reasons visit my web-site at www.debbiedooscreations.com This book of Poetry is a culmination of many kinds of ideas and feelings that have been penned by Deb Marlar. If an event, a happening feeling, or a special day strikes her just right, a poem will emerge. The inspirations for her poems are Debs family, friends, and the world around her. You will find poems about holidays, vacations, and special people in her life, just as the title suggests. This book of poetry has a little something for all ages, and she hopes you will find some that will amuse and touch you in a very good way.

This book of Poetry is a culmination of many kinds of ideas and feelings that have been penned by Deb Marlar. If an event, a happening feeling, or a special day strikes her just right, a poem will emerge. The inspirations for her poems are Debs family, friends, and the world around her. You will find poems about holidays, vacations, and special people in her life, just as the title suggests. This book of poetry has a little something for all ages, and she hopes you will find some that will amuse and touch you in a very good way.

A FRIEND THAT’S REALLY TRUE If I need someone to talk to as I live from day to day, can I tell you what is in my heart and say what I want to say? If I need a shoulder to cry on when problems get me down, will you lend me your shoulder tenderly and not look at me with a frown? If I come to you with joy and laughter and dancing in my shoes, will you really rejoice with me and not envy my good news?

Sing a Song of Seasons is a lavishly illustrated collection of 366 nature poems — one for every day of the year. Filled with familiar favorites and new discoveries written by a wide variety of poets, including William Shakespeare, Emily Dickinson, John Updike, Langston Hughes, N. M. Bodecker, Okamoto Kanoko, and many more, this is the perfect book for children (and grown-ups!) to share at the beginning or the end of the day.

Facets is a collection of poems written over 20 years. It explores the many dimensions of human emotion, especially love. The flow of the poems is lucid and easy to understand. The compilation is in color along with 100 pictures and images adorning the 23 poems and 10 songs. The poems along with pictures lead the reader to reflect on the play of words and emotions, on a delightful and wondrous journey. They accentuate the emotion and bring out the depth in the poems. Each of the poems/songs in this compilation has been written in one go without interruption. The poems have been retained as such with almost no editing to preserve their originality. This allows the reader to experience the same level of emotion as the poet when he wrote it. The poems will take the reader on a journey of self-discovery with the poet. Whether you need a bedtime book or a read on your ride home or an easy Sunday-afternoon read, Facets will open new worlds for you. Hope you enjoy the poems as much as the poet has enjoyed writing and compiling them into a book. Happy journey!

I have written 'Poems for All Seasons' with a view to have children conduct a bit of soul-searching while also keeping in mind the important fact that they are 'children'. Most of the poems are 'fun' poems which the kids will enjoy reading. Also there is at least one poem within the selection that every child can identify with. As adults, we at times forget the child within us. I have addressed various 'issues' that a child may have but which may seem trivial to an adult. There is no set formula for a 'stress-free' existence but we can work towards it. Children are very dear to me and with this view in mind, I set out to write my anthology of poems. It is meant to tickle your funny-bone, inspire, lift up your spirits when you are down, and most importantly- to help you value yourself.