A book for children of all shapes and sizes "Life is Good & Other Reasons For Rhyme" is the first of the "Life Is" series; with two additional titles "Life Is Weird & Other Rhyme For No Reasons" and "Life Is Crazy & More Rhymes For No Reason" to follow. Dave is a member of The Society of Children's Books Writers and Illustrators.

Almost twenty years ago I had written a book with the same concept as this one - I am proud to say this version of the book is the first times infinity! The original book was titled "Rhyme and Reason - A Rhyming Book on Rhyming". To summarize, the book is about the concept and use of rhyming - and the fun part about it is that more than half of the book actually rhymes! Along with being a writer, I am also a lyricist, a free-style'er, and a poet. I have taken my over-twenty-years experience within the realm of rhyming and condensed it into a breakdown of what rhyming does and can mean to us as people and how they can help us understand the nature behind words, as they can be seen as people themselves in a way. My chapters include... "Symmetry in Poetry" (an interesting look at visualizing rhymes), "Child Like" (our early-life introduction to rhymes), "Love of Love Poetry" (the romantic nature of rhyming), and "Rhyming's Raison D'être" (a collection of rhyming structures plus some of my own personal song lyrics). We enter a rhyming center where all sounds of words are stored in a scepter - the book you now read the back of is all their intercepter except for the way you choose to interpret 'em. And at the end of reading this... Enter rhythm! I mean, it is a given that we give in to the rhythm givin' rhythms to these rhyming hymns. We see the palm trees and feel a calm breeze as the psalms sing and we know what alms bring... What you hold in your palms ring with a truth that was once understood by a Soothsayer's sweet tooth. As a Master Stenographer and a Poet, I've taken both worlds and used them to strategically break down the very heart of rhyming in all its glory and everything in between. So, enjoy a story that will sing in a scene that you will have seen and are seein'.

My mind is filled with memories, how I love to reminisce Of childhood days and happy play Carefree hours filled with bliss What made it all so wonderful was not financial gain For we were poor but we had more And those riches still remain Those are just a few lines from one of many poems Ive written over the years. Within these pages youll find thoughts from the seasons of my life. Friendship, holidays, trials, and memories were the inspiration and reasons for the rhymes of this child of God.

Author Cynthia Vogel narrates her journey of the infamous search for inner strength, trust and love by compiling verses and prayers into a tale of interwoven glimpses of thought provoking venues. from Tangled Thoughts to Woven Words journeys into a soul-searching life experience that will give you much comfort and potentially a more positive perspective on life as you know it!

Tucked away in our hearts for safe-keeping lie the moments we will hold forever - moments of great joy and pride in each other and moments of solemn determination to honor that which we have lost. In this collection of memories, poet Richard Berry shares with clarity, humor, and devotion the tender moments he has tucked away for safe-keeping. While reading Rhymes with Reason: Memories, you will experience a kinship with the poet as a devoted husband, a loving father, an adoring grandfather, a faithful friend, and a follower of Jesus Christ. The moments recalled within these pages chronicle the joys and sorrows of the significant people in Richard Berry's life. These shared memories evoke a warm gentle love for others that will re-kindle the stirrings of your own heart toward those you hold most dear. Sit back, relax and enjoy the memories recalled by "Papaw Berry," as he is lovingly referred to by his seven grandchildren. May you be inspired by him to live your life for that which matters most. -Carmen Y. Berry Cleaveland Richard and his wife, Judy, live in Markle, Indiana and have been married since 1966. Having graduated from Madison High School in 1963. He's volunteered as a reserve deputy sheriff, court appointed special advocate (CASA) and the Zanesville, Indiana Lions Club. With some education in Engineering, business and law; he's received a patent on a tool designed to perfect cutting a "dado" in wood. After undergoing brain surgery three times he decided to put as much on paper as possible for his kids and grandkids for the years to come. Working since retirement from I.K.E.C. in Madison as a draftsman, sign painter and locksmith and a history student of WWII and the Civil War. Dedicating this book to the magnificent seven: Mallory, Gretchen, Jenna, Malachi, Brady, Matthias and Miranda. To remind their grandkids of earlier years.

Poetic Provisions is informational, inspiring and self-explanatory. The author's desire is that all mankind be saved, for this was why Jesus gave His life for all. Gerard J. Napolitano was brought back to life twice in the same day, was born again shortly thereafter, and began penning these Poetic Provisions. He prays they are of benefit to everyone, with God's blessings. Poetic Provisions is also written to answer many of the questions people have about God, man and life in general. Simply put, these poems help explain some of the things that people may not be sure about.

This book comprises an extensive series of analyses which span the respective oeuvres of these, surprisingly paired, world literary masters. The poet and novelist-philosopher, though treated separately, nevertheless prove complementary book-fellows. Notably, both espouse and practice a vigilant attentiveness; the obligation to strive for good by one’s lights, and to create lest history repeat; and on rare occasions, a duty to engage in moral contradiction for a higher cause, though only after the most scrupulous reflection. This book presents the ingenious artistry of both writers and further proves their contemporary relevance, as well as giving readers the ability to look at the works of Milton and Camus through a new lens.

Seeing the restrictions of former studies in Comparative Literature and aiming to amend these deficiencies, the author of this book mainly discusses the major theoretical significance and academic value of the Variation Theory in the whole process of the development of Comparative Literature in the world. In China the seminal comparative study of literature among different cultures can be dated back to ancient China, while the founding of comparative literature as a distinct academic discipline has to be largely owing to the influence of the West. The modern Chinese study of comparative literature formed its uniqueness under Western influence. The direct influence of the translation of western theories into China is remarkable. However, in the course of translation and reception of Western theories, Chinese comparatists and intellectuals have been encountering various problems, and solving them with an alternative method accordingly different from the traditional methods proposed by the French School and the American School. Therefore, in this book, modern Chinese study of comparative literature is put in a historical context with regard to the theoretical issue of the discipline in China through the entire 20th century. At present, many scholars in China and in other countries agree that, with the influence study proposed by the French School and the study of analogy advocated by the American School, the entire theoretical system of Comparative Literature is well built. However, when the comparative study of literature between East and West is concerned, the theory of Comparative Literature is far from perfect. It is not only because many problems still exist, but there are significant defects in their theoretical bases respectively. Many researches have proven that even with the influence study and the study of analogy, we still can not solve many problems in the practice of studies in comparative literature. This does not mean that we have no respect for the contributions of the French School and the American School; we just want to attach importance to literary variations, which is a phenomenon that has long been neglected. The purpose of putting forward the Variation Theory in Comparative Literature is to provide new perspectives, new methods and new theory to the study of comparative literature, which may be a major breakthrough in the international arena of Comparative Literature. The neglect of literary variation is mainly because all the previous theories about comparative literature start off in search of similarities but not differences. Accordingly, in 1990s heterogeneity as a premise of comparability was put forward. And later, the variation theory was further advanced. It is not only the important phenomenon in literary communication, but also the most valuable research object in Comparative Literature. Still, it will be an important path to cultural innovation. The Variation Theory may make up the major flaws of theories by both French school and the American School since it focus on heterogeneity and variability in cross-cultural literary events, especially the ones of inter-civilization which will be a new course for comparative literature. Throughout the history of literature and the history of literary communication, collisions between different civilizations have always been producing new literary events which make the heterogeneity of different civilizations and variability traceable. The higher stage of literary communication may mean dialogue and blend between different cultures. The overarching concerns of this book include different levels of variation in literary communication and the studies of different objects. The introduction begins with a literature review of major achievements made by the French School and the American School with pointing out what they have neglected. The body of the book is divided into three parts. In the first part, Chapter 1 deals with the major contributions of influence study and its weaknesses. The origination of comparative literature in most of European countries is reviewed first, and then the major contributions of the French School are listed to point out its merits and weaknesses. The author discusses the relation between Influence Study and the Variation Theory and the importance of the French school in theoretical development of comparative literature is stressed too. Chapter 2 offers a critical introduction and reflection on the study of analogy . Both its major contributions and weaknesses are made clear to further illustrate the relationship between interpretation and the Variation Theory. And the discursive variation is discussed. Part II is a transitional part with only one chapter that gives a clear account of phenomenon of variation from international perspective. Part III consists of four chapters. Chapter 4 offers a detailed description of The Variation Theory in cross-languages context. Chapter 5 deals with cross-cultural variation in homogeneous circle of civilization. Chapter 6 discusses the variation among heterogeneous civilization. For a long period of time the theoretical study of comparative literature in China has largely been confined to the Chinese academic arena, thus has long been neglected. On one hand western comparatists have gradually realized the importance of a non-western perspective in the study of the discipline; on the other hand, few books are available to introduce the recent development of comparative literature study in China. Compared with the enthusiastic reception of the theories of the French School and the American School, the theories of Chinese comparatists receives relatively little attention in western countries. In this sense, the proposed book attempts to challenge the myth of monolithic theories of comparative literature, trying to construct an alternative theory of the discipline.