Come out in January for the first local book launch reading!
In Tongue in Ink, her fifth poetry collection, Shannon Laws explores themes of time, identity, and emotion through vivid imagery and thoughtful reflection. Paired with original collage art by Kathleen McKeever, this collection captures the fleeting beauty of nature while evoking transformation and quiet moments of revelation. Each poem resonates beyond the page.
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Day 350: Absorption
A shift that has started in my writing is absorption. For the previous decade, poems came to me, loudly, processing through my mind and body and shooting out my fingertips to the page. I appreciated the clarity of the thought. What’s happening now is I hear the poem and just friggin’ savor it.
Drafts and Thoughts
Below are two poem drafts to share today. I’d love some feedback if you’re up for it.
I was in Village Books the other day and saw my book “Fallen” on the shelf. It came out in 2017, four years ago. Hmmmmm… If I were to guess, I think I have one more poetry book in me, possibly by 2022.
Event: Greene’s Corner Open Mic
You’re invited…
Interview: Bellingham Alive
Here it is! Better late than never. Folks were asking for the link to the Bellingham Alive article (November 2017 issue) by KATE GALAMBOS. Kate touched on my writing, radio and Poem Booth work. Thank you Kate, and THANK YOU Bellingham Alive for placing me next to my crush Rick Steves! http://northsoundlife.com/lifestyle/exploring-human-condition-art/ Bellingham has its artisticContinueContinue reading “Interview: Bellingham Alive”
Event: You Love Me, You Love Me Not
You’re invited… Save the Date! This event is an early 5:00 p.m. set designed for you and your sweetie to enjoy a special day together, a passionate spark to get things started. Also, a great time for anyone who is a fan of love and wants to support the Alt Library and local artist. (IContinueContinue reading “Event: You Love Me, You Love Me Not”
Poem: Broken Branch
Broken Branch by Shannon P. Laws There is a moment in most lives when that old dog proves useless the rhododendron branch cannot hold the weight and we fall The first fall in many years When was the last time I fell A gopher hole in the grassy field A twisted root atContinueContinue reading “Poem: Broken Branch”
Event: Kirkland’s Book Tree Open Mic
You’re invited… Book Tree 609 MARKET ST, KIRKLAND, WA August 19, 2017 6:30-8:30 “Don’t miss a-sure-to-be-memorable evening featuring some excellent Bellingham-area spoken word artists and poets on Saturday, August 19, 2017. Our feature readers include: , Shannon Laws, Gary Wade and Dobbie Reese Norris. I expect several other Whatcom, Snohomish and King County poets toContinueContinue reading “Event: Kirkland’s Book Tree Open Mic”
Event: Redmond Poets in the Park
You’re invited… Saturday, 15 July 2017, 11:00 am to 6:00 pm — FREE! Anderson Park | 7802 168th Ave NE | Redmond, Washington Featuring Washington State Poet Laureate Tod Marshall and many other guests! Poets in the Park in 2017 celebrates the 20th anniversary of the Redmond Association of Spokenword. ReadingsContinueContinue reading “Event: Redmond Poets in the Park”
Event Everett Poetry Night
Come one, come all! Such a joy to feature again at Zippy’s. Great poetry-loving crowd. Duane is a wonderful host. Zippy’s offers yummy sandwiches. It’s a win, win, win. I’ll be reading for the first time from my new book, “Fallen” with FRESHLY PRINTED copies on hand to take home. I’m carpooling down to Everett.ContinueContinue reading “Event Everett Poetry Night”
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