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A Slew of Stories

A slew of stories wait for me Arranged upon the shelves; The characters, impatient, Want to introduce themselves. I scan the titles, seeing if Some gems I can discover And yes, I’m guilty as I judge A few just by the cover. To help with my decision, I’ll peruse page 1 to see If the writing or the subject Will exert a hold on me. If so, I’ll check it out and leave, With expectations high That among that slew of stories This one’s like to satisfy.

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Jean Murray

Date: 3/11/2016 1:58:00 PM

I will be fyling to Australia soon Ilene, and have just ordered Fear of Fifty, the follow on to Fear of Flying. Hope it is not a dud. I love the way you write.

Ilene Bauer
Date: 3/11/2016 9:03:00 PM

i hope you have a wonderful trip, jean! i very much appreciate hearing from you.....

Timothy Hicks

Date: 3/9/2016 12:05:00 AM

You're way of scanning through the book shelves at a second hand store is very similar to my method. We all judge by the cover, and it can be tricky knowing whether or not a book will hold your attention. You can write poems about almost anything, Ilene. Love the variety.

Ilene Bauer
Date: 3/11/2016 9:02:00 PM

hey timothy! thanks for your supportive comments. i was actually talking about the library, but the same would apply for a used book store...

Jan Allison

Date: 3/7/2016 5:26:00 PM

they say never judge a book by the cover Ilene ... but sometimes it is very difficult to choose - made me smile:-\0 hugs Jan xx

Ilene Bauer
Date: 3/11/2016 8:24:00 PM

thanks, jan! occasionally i do choose by the cover but usually reading the first page is what gets me to choose a book and that's a pretty reliable indicator for me.