Archive for the ‘Poetry’ Category

Special Tribute to Kahil Gibran

Friday, June 25th, 2010

On Thursday, July 8th at 7:30 p.m., Bound To Be Read Books will host a special tribute to Kahlil Gibran,a poet, philosopher and mystic, whose wisdom has passed the test of time and gave poetry another dimension.

This is an open-mic event hosted by David Hirschorn, director of the Atlanta branch of the New Acropolis NPO. Everyone is welcome to participate by either contributing their impressions or a poem by the well-known artist.

Bring your own Kahil Gibran poems! Wine and cheese served.

National Poetry Month Day 30 – Jef Blocker Reads “Hungry Heart”

Friday, April 30th, 2010

Jef Blocker Reads “Hungry Heart” from Jeff McCord on Vimeo.

Bound To Be Read Books concludes its National Poetry Month Celebration with Jef Blocker reading “Hungry Heart.” Thank you to all the poets, writers, customers, and friends who gave of their time and talent for this project. For more information, please visit BoundToBeReadBooks.com.

National Poetry Month Day 29 – Jeff McCord Reads “Chucho Plays”

Thursday, April 29th, 2010

Jeff McCord Reads “Chucho Plays” from Jeff McCord on Vimeo.

Bound To Be Read Books continues its National Poetry Month Celebration with Jeff McCord reading an original poem entitled “Chucho Plays.” Check back every day in April 2010 for a new video of a local author, poet, customer, or staff member reading a poem. For more information, please visit BoundToBeReadBooks.com.

National Poetry Month Day 28 – Jill Fink Reads Kitty Haiku

Wednesday, April 28th, 2010

Jill Fink Reads Her Kitty Haiku from Jeff McCord on Vimeo.

Bound To Be Read Books continues its National Poetry Month Celebration with Jill-of-all-Trades Jill Fink sharing her kitty haiku. Check back every day in April 2010 for a new video of a local author, poet, customer, or staff member reading a poem. For more information, please visit BoundToBeReadBooks.com.

National Poetry Month Day 27 – Deborah Wiles Reads “In Flanders Fields” by John McRae

Tuesday, April 27th, 2010

Deborah Wiles Reads “In Flanders Fields” by John McCrae from Jeff McCord on Vimeo.

Bound To Be Read Books continues its National Poetry Month Celebration with author Deborah Wiles reading “In Flanders Fields” by John McCrae, which is included in her new book, “Countdown.” Check back every day in April 2010 for a new video of a local author, poet, customer, or staff member reading a poem. For more information, please visit BoundToBeReadBooks.com.

National Poetry Month Day 26 – Hollis Gillespie Reads “Valentine’s Day” & “If You Were Me” by Her Daughter

Monday, April 26th, 2010

Hollis Gillespie Reads “Valentine’s Day” & “If You Were Me” by Her Daughter from Jeff McCord on Vimeo.

Bound To Be Read Books continues its National Poetry Month Celebration with author, humorist, and blogger Hollis Gillespie reading “Valentine’s Day” and “If You Were Me” by her daughter, May. Check back every day in April 2010 for a new video of a local author, poet, customer, or staff member reading a poem. For more information, please visit BoundToBeReadBooks.com.

National Poetry Month Day 25 – Mr. Eric (Litwin) Reads a Poem About a Star

Sunday, April 25th, 2010

Mr. Eric (Litwin) Reads a Poem About a Star from Jeff McCord on Vimeo.

Bound To Be Read Books continues its National Poetry Month Celebration with New York Times bestselling author of “Pete the Cat: I Love My White Shoes,” Mr. Eric AKA (Eric Litwin). Check back every day in April 2010 for a new video of a local author, poet, customer, or staff member reading a poem. For more information, please visit BoundToBeReadBooks.com.

National Poetry Month Day 24 – Mickey Dubrow Reads “The Garlic Meat Lady” by Richard Brautigan

Saturday, April 24th, 2010

Mickey Dubrow Reads “The Garlic Meat Lady” by Richard Brautigan from Jeff McCord on Vimeo.

Bound To Be Read Books continues its National Poetry Month Celebration with writer and blogger Mickey Dubrow reading “The Garlic Meat Lady” by Richard Brautigan . Check back every day in April 2010 for a new video of a local author, poet, customer, or staff member reading a poem. For more information, please visit BoundToBeReadBooks.com.

National Poetry Month Day 23 – Troy Kelley Reads “What’s in a Tear?”

Friday, April 23rd, 2010

Troy Kelley Reads “What’s in a Tear?” from Jeff McCord on Vimeo.

Bound To Be Read Books continues its National Poetry Month Celebration with Troy Kelley reading his poem “What’s in a Tear?” Check back every day in April 2010 for a new video of a local author, poet, customer, or staff member reading a poem. For more information, please visit BoundToBeReadBooks.com.

National Poetry Month Day 22 – Thom Osburn Reads “Yes, the Fish” by Richard Brautigan

Thursday, April 22nd, 2010

Thom Osburn Reads “Yes, the Fish Music” by Richard Brautigan from Jeff McCord on Vimeo.

Bound To Be Read Books continues its National Poetry Month Celebration with Thom Osburn, owner of Feed Your Head Music in East Atlanta Village (EAV), reading Richard Brautigan’s “Yes, the Fish Music.” Check back every day in April 2010 for a new video of a local author, poet, customer, or staff member reading a poem. For more information, please visit BoundToBeReadBooks.com.