Free limited time pdf of The Hard Rain Poetry Anthology, inspired by Bob Dylan!
Official site of poet James Schwartz, author of The Literary Party: Growing Up Gay and Amish in America
Free "Waltzin Through Rusty Cages" eBook!
Free pdf for a limited time " Waltzin' Through Rusty Cages" inspired by Elliott Smith and Chris Cornell
* Includes my photography from Kurt Cobain Memorial Park (Aberdeen, WA)!
https://feversofthemind.com/2024/08/29/free-pdf-for-a-limited-time-waltzin-through-rusty-cages-inspired-by-elliott-smith-and-chris-cornell/
Selected Poems 2004-2024
The highlight of 2024 is the publication of my "greatest hits" collection "Some Are and Most Aren't and It's Always Been Like That (Selected Poems 2004-2024)" from Alien Buddha Press!
Thank you for sharing this journey with me!
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James Schwartz's collection of selected poems, "Some Are and Most Aren't and It's Always Been Like That," offers readers a compelling journey through the intersections of identity, society, and personal experience. Spanning two decades of poetic exploration from 2004 to 2024, Schwartz's work delves into themes of LGBTQ+ identity, cultural heritage, societal norms, and the human condition with a raw and unflinching honesty.
One of the most striking aspects of Schwartz's poetry is his ability to blend personal narratives with broader social commentary seamlessly. Through his keen observation and introspection, he crafts verses that resonate deeply with readers, inviting them to reflect on their own lives and the world around them.
The collection showcases Schwartz's versatility as a poet, ranging from poignant reflections on his Amish upbringing to powerful expressions of queer pride and resilience. His use of imagery and metaphor creates vivid landscapes that transport readers to the heart of his experiences, whether he's navigating the complexities of love and relationships or grappling with societal injustices.
In addition to his thematic depth, Schwartz's poetic craftsmanship shines through in his attention to language and form. Each poem is meticulously crafted, with every word and line contributing to the overall impact of the piece. From free verse to structured forms, Schwartz demonstrates a mastery of poetic technique that enhances the emotional resonance of his work.
Now Available - Psalms of The Alien Buddha 3: The Final Track!
Psalms of the Alien Buddha 3: The Final Track just dropped on Amazon!
Psalms of The Alien Buddha 3: The Final Track a final, frenzied jam session.
Each piece in this collection is a track on an album that you didn’t know you needed until you pressed play. It’s like being handed a mixtape from a friend who understands your mind—the tracks that aren’t played on the radio, the ones you find stoned at 2 AM.
This final track isn’t a fade-out—it’s an explosion, a cacophony of sound and fury. The Alien Buddha plays conductor, bringing together these voices to create something that is more than the sum of its parts. Psalms of The Alien Buddha 3: The Final Track will stay with you like a hook caught in your head.
Read a preview here!
#Baldwin100
Happy 100th birthday James Baldwin! I encourage you to check out his work if you haven't.
New & Forthcoming Poetry Anthologies
Some Are and Most Aren't and It's Always Been Like That Selected Poems 2004-2024 isn't my only book out this summer! I have poems included in the following anthologies:
They're Conspiring Against the Alien Buddha Too
FORTHCOMING:
Psalms of the Alien Buddha 3: The Final Track
Eccentric Orbits 5: an anthology of sci-fi poetry
Selected Poems 2004-2024
SOME ARE AND MOST AREN'T AND IT'S ALWAYS BEEN LIKE THAT: SELECTED POEMS 2004-2024 by JamesSchwartz (Alien Buddha Press)
2 POEM EXCERPT via Fevers of the Mind
James Schwartz's collection of selected poems, "Some Are and Most Aren't and It's Always Been Like That," offers readers a compelling journey through the intersections of identity, society, and personal experience. Spanning two decades of poetic exploration from 2004 to 2024, Schwartz's work delves into themes of LGBTQ+ identity, cultural heritage, societal norms, and the human condition with a raw and unflinching honesty.
One of the most striking aspects of Schwartz's poetry is his ability to blend personal narratives with broader social commentary seamlessly. Through his keen observation and introspection, he crafts verses that resonate deeply with readers, inviting them to reflect on their own lives and the world around them.
The collection showcases Schwartz's versatility as a poet, ranging from poignant reflections on his Amish upbringing to powerful expressions of queer pride and resilience. His use of imagery and metaphor creates vivid landscapes that transport readers to the heart of his experiences, whether he's navigating the complexities of love and relationships or grappling with societal injustices.
In addition to his thematic depth, Schwartz's poetic craftsmanship shines through in his attention to language and form. Each poem is meticulously crafted, with every word and line contributing to the overall impact of the piece. From free verse to structured forms, Schwartz demonstrates a mastery of poetic technique that enhances the emotional resonance of his work.
Alien Buddha zine #65
This summer Alien Buddha Press published my "greatest hits" in Some Are and Most Aren't and It's Always Been Like That: Selected Poems 2004-2024.
Selections from the book are included in Alien Buddha zine #65, now available in black and white / color!
This edition features previews of new releases from Shaun Rouser, Jeremy Nathan Marks, JD Clapp, Linda M. Crate, Taylor Dibbert, Sean Lynch, Jessica Harman, Amrita Valan, Walden Quinn Caesar, Jason Fisk, Sarah R New, Alex Grehy, Jim Meirose, Jay Rafferty, Gonzalo F. Mendez, James Schwartz, Ahmad Al-Shahawy, and Salwa Gouda; and additional work from Tommy Today, Jennifer Lemming, Casey Renee Kiser, and many more.
Open Letter from the Old Order Amish
An open letter from the Old Order Amish Church.
Could this be leading to either a mass exodus of Old Order Amish churches and/or a church split?
Amish Book Society 2024 - The Misfit Amish blog breaks down what this all means.
"They're Conspiring Against the Alien Buddha Too" July 4th!
They're Conspiring Against the Alien Buddha Too a conspiracy themed anthology (including my recent poem Birds) dropping July 4th from Alien Buddha Press!
Eat The Storms Pride Poetry podcast
Eat The Storms Pride Poetry podcast drops Friday! I'll be reading from my latest book, Some Are and Most Aren't and It's Always Been Like That: Selected Poems 2004-2024 (Alien Buddha Press)!
A 2 poem excerpt and short Q & A is up today at Fevers of the Mind!
Plain Rainbows Pride 2024 🌈
A truly historic day for the Amish and Anabaptist communities as LGBTQ Amish and Anabaptist marched in Pikes Peak LGBTQ Pride parade today! For more photos visit Plain Rainbows podcast on FB!
Plain Rainbows
Pride Month Reading 🌈
Tune in - I'll be joining Eat The Storms June 28th for the annual Pride Poetry Podcast Party and reading from Some Are and Most Aren't and It's Always Been Like That: Selected Poems 2004-2024!
"Some Are..." Book launch / Poetry Reading
📸 by dollartospare
"Some Are and Most Aren't and It's Always Been Like That: Selected Poems 2004-2024" book launch and poetry reading 5-27-24 at the Hazel Perk Cafe!
Set List:
* Night Portrait of The Fisher Building
* Electric Dreams
* Work Poem
* Divinity
* Kalapana Meditation
* The Italian Bed
* Midnight
* @dollartospare set
* Kyle set
* open mic
📸 by Hazel Perk Cafe
Some Are and Most Aren't and It's Always Been Like That
Some Are and Most Aren't and It's Always Been Like That Selected Poems 2004-2024 by James Schwartz (Alien Buddha Press)
Sci-fi Poetry
My poem Night Portrait of Kalapana will be published this summer in the anthology Eccentric Orbits 5!
Poetry Reading PHOTOS
Thank you to everyone who came out tonight and thank you to @dollartospare for joining me at the Psychedelic Shack! (Photos below by @dollartospare)
SET LIST / POETRY PREVIEW OF SOME ARE AND MOST AREN'T AND IT'S ALWAYS BEEN LIKE THAT
* DEAR JOHN
* 4 AM STORY
* DIVINITY
* SLEEPCAST POEM
* MIDNIGHT
* @DOLLARTOSPARE READING
Poetry Reading 5.4!
Join me for a poetry reading preview of Some Are and Most Aren't and It's Always Been Like That Saturday May 4th 7 PM, at the Psychedelic Shack (Detroit)!
SOME ARE AND MOST AREN'T AND IT'S ALWAYS BEEN LIKE THAT
BOOK RELEASE NEWS: SOME ARE AND MOST AREN'T AND IT'S ALWAYS BEEN LIKE THAT (SELECTED POEMS 2004-2024) by James Schwartz - Coming soon from Alien Buddha Press!
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