Monday, 10 April 2023

Poetry Collaboration - Two Tan-Renga poems by Paul Callus, and Karen O'Leary

 




2 Tan-Renga poems co-written by Paul Callus, and Karen O'Leary




fear born

from what is not seen

in the dark

 

little brother killed

in gang crossfire



 

attention seeker

the gurgling

of a hidden stream

the bloviator gushes

as others back away

 

 

Karen O’Leary is a writer and editor from West Fargo, ND. She has published poetry, short stories, and articles in a variety of venues including, Hedgerow, Tipton Poetry Review, Frogpond, Setu, Fine Lines, Atlas Poetica and Quill & Parchment. Karen edited an international online journal called Whispers http://whispersinthewind333.blogspot.com/ for 5 ½ years. She enjoys sharing the gift of words.

 

Paul Callus was born in Ħal Safi, Malta. He is married to Sheila née Ackland-Snow and they have two children. He is a retired teacher, and has been active in the literary field for around 50 years. He has published three books, and has had several short stories and poems published in various magazines, anthologies and online sites. His preferred writing mediums are Maltese and English. He is also a proof reader and translator. 


1 comment:

  1. Dear Editor Jones,

    Thank you for publishing the tan renga by Paul and me in your beautiful journal. It is a pleasure to share the gift of words.

    Wishing you the best with Lothlorien Poetry Journal. Thank you for your time.

    Sincerely,
    Karen O'Leary

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