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Spoken Word

If you like poetry or spoken word then you’ve landed in the right place. Below is a selection of Brian’s poetry and spoken word piece on topics ranging from the nature of reality, to the state of society; from the philosophical to the totally illogical. Grab a cup of tea and settle in to warm up by the fire of your own inspiration.

theature curtain, tan

WRITING PROMPT: Write about a moment the main character feels awkward, out of place or uncomfortable. You are the main character of …

bokeh orange lights on rainy glass

WRITING PROMPT: Describe the most vivid texture you’ve ever touched or felt. I can’t decide between the thin sheet of warm sunshine …

clove and fruit slices

Baking bread Or that first waft of sugary cold air when you go into a candy shop. Not the ones in the …

cat looking up

Based on a writing prompt: “The Cat’s Meow” I look up, a mix of startled and befuddled, like a stunned cat.  This …

yummy pizza

This piece was inspired by a writing prompt a fellow coach/writer gave in a group: “Write about something you are a snob …

Ghost in a tree

IF I WERE A GHOST… Could I still be haunted?  Could I still be daunted?  And I would still get all jealous …

sound wave golden

Is the most beautiful sound I’ve ever heard a ringing?  Is it a steady sound or a wavering sound?  Could it be …

lizards on rocks

This fictional conversation was inspired by the writing prompt: “Imagine your inner lizard is a character in a fictional scene, write about …

tarot cards spread out

I facilitate a writer’s group with the Stratford Arts Alliance that meets every second Saturday of the month. In April one of …

man laying in field under moon

I’m too tired to chant today.  But it makes you feel better Yea but you taught a night class, and sleep makes …

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