Poetry

Medusa's Overbite
By Peter V. Dugan

Peter Dugan is a rising star in the New York area poetry scene. He appears quite frequently at poetry readings throughout New York and Long Island. He always draws a big crowd of loyal followers. His popularity is growing commensurate with the quality of his work. Many of his pieces have been published individually in recent years, however, Wysteria is very proud to be the publisher of his first book length collection titled Medusa's Overbite. Humbly and handsomely bound in hard cover with gold lettering on a background of sea green, the 89 pages of poetry in Medusa's Overbite is witty, clearly written and provides snapshots of common events in the lives of ordinary people. The poems are tasteful and full of substance. We believe that this book will appeal to a very broad range of readers, not just to those who are ordinarily drawn to poetry. Mr. Dugan is a resident of Long Island and most of the poems are insightful vignettes relating to life on Long Island. We believe that, over time, this book will have historical significance as it relates to Long Island.

Sixty-three poets from the United States, Europe and Australia contemplate the could-have-beens, should-have-beens, squandered chances, near misses, lost loves, shames and sorrows of regret. With rare insight, tenderness, courage and humor these poems invite us into the richness of lives lived fully.

White Feather : A Journey To Peace
By Suzanne Stutman, Ph.D.

The poems featured in this book follow the authors journey through child abuse and out the other side. Timeless and inspirational, this book features concise heartfelt poetry that offers a healthy perspective on our society.