The Heart of Poetry Part II Second Edition By: Laura Decamara

The Heart of Poetry

Part II Second Edition

By: Laura Decamara

I don’t get the privilege of reviewing poetry very often. Which typically is sad, especially for someone who not only writes it, but also enjoys reading it.

Fortunately, this time, I was available to review the writings of Ms. Laura Decamara, and I am glad that I was able to get this opportunity to do so.

One of my favorite poems in her book is this one:

‘Wearing Scars’

‘Wearing scars

is why I write poems

so much,

to clear my heart

from being hurt inside.’

‘It helps to filter it out

on computer or my journal.’

‘It’s a wonderful experience

to be a writer.’

This poem rings so true with my everyday life, I can relate to this poem in so many ways! Our life leaves us with scars, and this is why we write in our journals, and write our poetry, and our stories; this is how we cope. Most writers, I am sure can relate with this poem as well. 

Most of the ninety-three poems within this book, show you just how Laura had risen above her own disabilities that life has thrown at her, and made herself into something special. 

And after all that Laura has been through all of her life, with her learning disabilities, being removed from her biological parents, because of the fact that she wasn’t thriving. After which case, Laura went from one foster home to another. Then came the teen age years, causing Laura to become depressed and suicidal. That is until one day, Laura’s parents mentioned to her a phrase that has stuck with her to this day: “Beauty is its own excuse for being.” 

Later, in Laura’s life, she read the same phrase at the library in Ralph Waldo Emerson’s book, in one of his poems, titled: “Rhodora.” Much later in Laura’s life, she came across Emily Dickinson’s poetry, and that was when Laura decided she wanted to become a writer herself.

After reading through Laura’s book, and the detailed back cover of her book, I found someone who sees poetry in the same way I do. Unique, and original, and worth sharing with everyone around you.

I give her book five stars, and found it to be a wonderful read, and enjoyed every minute of it. I think if you give this book a chance, you will enjoy it too!

Now here are my questions for Laura:

1. What made you write this book and how long did it take you?

answer: I wanted to share my words with other people. the Heart Of Poetry part 2 took my one year to complete 

2. Who designed the cover?

answer: it was an collaborative effort, me and my editor worked on it as a team


3. Do you enjoy writing poetry?

Answer: yes it is like food to me


4. What are you working on now?

Answer: my debut novel love At The Wheel 1-3


5. What motivates you to write? 

Answer: what Motivates me to write are people who have believed in me/ passed teachers and my mentors that been with me through this journey.


6. If you were to get writers block, or have ever had it, what do you do for it? 

Answer:  I sometimes do something creative like use google pictures

                 make a model  replica of my current story

                 listen to songs that inspire me for a scene 

                 I go on adventure walks through parks


7. What suggestions can you offer for the aspiring writers out there?

Answer: Keep writing and believe in yourself.  

               don't let anyone stop you from going towards your dreams. 

8. How long have you been writing?

Answer: since high school in 1995


9. What are your hobbies?

Answer: arts and craft 

                dancing

                writing 

                reading 

                gardening


10. What is your favorite thing about writing?

Answer: being able to express the way I feel about things around me.


11. Where is your favorite place to write?

Answer: In my room at night because it's quiet


12. Please share with us your social media and book links:

www.facebook.com/lauradecamara
https://scriggler.com/Profile/laura_d...
https://twitter.com/laura_decamara

https://lauradecamara.wordpress.com/
https://www.fictionpress.com/u/810118...
my periscope channel
https://www.periscope.tv/laura_decamara/1zqKVWMqlgdGB
New youtube channel laura decamara #authorinthemaking
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvW831QgL5pIiExyY2TQ9NA
https://www.wattpad.com/user/LauraDecamara

http://www.lulu.com/spotlight/LauraDecamara1

www.lauradecamara.wordpress.com  my blog page 

13. Anything extra to add?

Answer: next month I have a speech and signing at Barnes and Noble on November 18, 2017 at 2:00pm

soon I am going to be speaking at a school but I don't know date or time yet

The Heart of Poetry Part II by Laura Decamara
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I don’t get the privilege of reviewing poetry very often. Which typically is sad, especially for someone who not only writes it, but also enjoys reading it.

Fortunately, this time, I was available to review the writings of Ms. Laura Decamara, and I am glad that I was able to get this opportunity to do so.

One of my favorite poems in her book is this one:



‘Wearing Scars’



‘Wearing scars

is why I write poems

so much,

to clear my heart

from being hurt inside.’

‘It helps to filter it out

on computer or my journal.’

‘It’s a wonderful experience

to be a writer.’



This poem rings so true with my everyday life, I can relate to this poem in so many ways! Our life leaves us with scars, and this is why we write in our journals, and write our poetry, and our stories; this is how we cope. Most writers, I am sure can relate with this poem as well.

Most of the ninety-three poems within this book, show you just how Laura had risen above her own disabilities that life has thrown at her, and made herself into something special.

And after all that Laura has been through all of her life, with her learning disabilities, being removed from her biological parents, because of the fact that she wasn’t thriving. After which case, Laura went from one foster home to another. Then came the teen age years, causing Laura to become depressed and suicidal. That is until one day, Laura’s parents mentioned to her a phrase that has stuck with her to this day: “Beauty is its own excuse for being.”

Later, in Laura’s life, she read the same phrase at the library in Ralph Waldo Emerson’s book, in one of his poems, titled: “Rhodora.” Much later in Laura’s life, she came across Emily Dickinson’s poetry, and that was when Laura decided she wanted to become a writer herself.

After reading through Laura’s book, and the detailed back cover of her book, I found someone who sees poetry in the same way I do. Unique, and original, and worth sharing with everyone around you.

I give her book five stars, and found it to be a wonderful read, and enjoyed every minute of it. I think if you give this book a chance, you will enjoy it too!

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