B.L. Bruce

Jan 11, 2024 | shepherd.com | B.L. Bruce |Mary Oliver |Jack Kerouac |Gary Young

Devotionsis a comprehensive anthology of Mary Oliver’s best work. Oliver is without a doubt the gold standard in nature poetry, and one of the most renowned authors of the genre. It reminds me of all the reasons why she is and will always be my favorite poet, and one of the best poets of the last century. If anyone feels themselves drawn to nature poetry, this book is a must-read. Why should I read it? 2authors pickedDevotionsas one of their favorite books, and they sharewhy you should read it.

Apr 11, 2023 | thesunlightpress.com | B.L. Bruce

By B.L. BruceThis is languageThis is a language that chose me, not I it. And with it, I can tell you, Here is something beautiful: the jay shakes the dawn from the blue of its body; the bright spine of the ridge at first light; the clefts of the peaches deepening. On the wind the sound of a lone coyote, keening, calling the pack home. ***NightfallNightfall. The swallows retreat to the barn. They say sadness is held in the hips, anger in the mouth.