English Poetry

These two great poems date from Shakespeare’s early years and are full of passion and invention. In Venus and Adonis, the goddess of love pleads with the beautiful boy to submit to her advances and become her love - but he only wants to hunt boar. In the more serious Rape of Lucrece, Shakespeare draws on the Roman tale of the Emperor Tarquin’s desire for Lucrece and its tragic consequencies. These poems give prominent parts to the two heroines, and Clare Corbett and Eve Best shine.

Returning with her newest poetry book, beloved poet Courtney Peppernell combines storytelling, poetry, and prose in a uniquely inspirational way. Filled with heartfelt anecdotes and insightful messages, The Way Back Home is a tribute to rebuilding our lives after loss. Divided into sections that draw on themes of courage, resilience, purpose, and hope, the collection has Peppernell once again walking us through a redemptive journey of the heart, mind, and soul.

It is the year 778. The mighty French army, led by Emperor Charlemagne, confronts Saracen forces in the bloody Battle of Roncevaux Pass. In the course of this thrilling epic poem we follow the emperor’s hot-headed nephew Roland into battle. We are privy to the deal struck between the Saracen king Marsilie and Roland’s conniving stepfather Guene.

In a world obsessed with productivity and perfection, Allie Michelle’s poetry is a radical invitation to slow down, soften, and come alive. With a voice both fierce and tender, she reminds us that beauty is not a reward—it’s a birthright.

This Collection of 62 Poems by various authors including William Cowper, Thomas Kelly, Willie Mullan, Robert Murray McCheyne, Charlotte Elliott, George Herbert, Charitie Lees De Chenez and many others, has been brought together in order that these spiritual truths and impressions, presented in poetical form, will comfort and edify God's people as they wrestle daily with the world, the flesh, and the devil.

Arlishie Harris Moten steadfastly refused to let her younger children grow up in highly racial sensitive Crockett, Texas. She was proven extremely correct, because one son performed autopsies at Tucson Medical Center at sixteen years of age. Future Doctor perhaps? A daughter is now Dr Darlene Moten, another daughter holds a degree and is the author of several bestselling books in addition to having her own television talk show. Another son is the youngest member to enter the multi - million dollar insurance board of a top insurance firm.

Fun songs and games will help little trick-or-treaters get ready for the excitement of Halloween night. Kids will play a “Word Wizard” game by thinking of Halloween words that begin with a specific letter. Then they will sing silly songs like “My Monster, Frankenstein,” and “When You Go Trick-Or-Treating.” Little ghosts and goblins will learn important safety tips when trick-or-treating and listen to rhyming poems that will keep everyone happily entertained as they plan for Halloween night.

“Hey! Who is that I see? Someone’s in the tub with me! Does he have big eyes for staring? Does he have sharp claws for scaring?” Listen and discover how much fun it is to take a bath with this fun audiobook that uses repetitive words and fun rhymes. Who Is in My Tub? will help children achieve reading success in and outside of the classroom while laying the foundation for a lifetime of reading enjoyment!

Ms. Hippo visited a shoe store one day. “I need new shoes,” she said. “I need them right away.” Listen and meet Ms. Hippo, who wants a very special pair of shoes. Discover why she needs new shoes in a hurry in this funny audiobook that uses repetitive words and fun rhymes.

Kids will listen to traditional nursery rhymes, sing these silly rhyming poems, and find out what happens to Humpty Dumpty after he falls off the wall. From learning to count with “This Old Man,” and “Ten in the Bed,” to learning the alphabet with the “ABC Nursery Rhyme Game,” little ones will learn early literacy skills and language skills, and build memory capabilities. The repetition of Mother Goose rhymes is so important for children because they help with language acquisition and with speech development. And most importantly, nursery rhymes are fun to sing!

Young children will love to listen to over 20 classic nursery rhymes coupled with authentic sound effects and lively music. “Humpty Dumpty,” “Little Miss Muffet,” “Jack and Jill,” “Mary Had A Little Lamb,” “Georgie Porgie,” “Old Mother Hubbard,” “Mary, Mary Quite Contrary,” “Wee Willie Winkie,” and others will help young listeners learn early literacy skills necessary for school success.

Listen to the story then hear the same story sung in an adorable song! Our Read & Sing Along series is perfect for young learners and will help reinforce early literacy skills. From one to five, count along as the little mouse runs up and down the clock in the classic nursery rhyme “Hickory, Dickory Dock.” Then meet “Little Boy Blue” as he's fast asleep in the haystack. Sing along with…”Hey diddle, diddle, the cat and the fiddle, the cow jumped over the moon.

Sound interesting? The authors think so too! Listen to Old MacDonald Had a Farm and follow along.

Sound interesting? The authors think so too! Listen to Old MacDonald's Letter Farm and follow along.

Sound interesting? The authors think so too! Listen to This Old Man and follow along.

Sound interesting? The authors think so too! Listen to The Wheels on the Bus and follow along.

Sound interesting? The authors think so too! Listen to The Farmer in the Dell and experience the compelling world of nursery rhymes.

Sound interesting? The authors think so too! Listen to ABC Nursery Rhymes and experience the compelling world of children's nursery rhymes.

Known for his romantic and lyrical style of poetry, Yeats’s work was often inspired by Irish myths, spiritualism, love, longing and loss. His later work became more modernist in style, challenging poetic conventions and shifting to a political focus. In this definitive collection, you will find some of Yeats’s most noteworthy poems, written from the late nineteenth century right up until his death in 1939.

Mother Goose has been charming audiences for centuries, and this Classic Treasury of Nursery Rhymes features many beloved poems as well as some new favorites. Sit with little Miss Muffet on her tuffet, climb the hill with Jack and Jill, and baa with the black sheep in this timeless classic. This beautiful collection brings all of your favorite nursey rhymes to life for story time. A treasury of nostalgic tales from Mother Goose, this collection will encourage even the youngest of listeners to laugh and giggle as you read aloud some fun and sometimes silly rhymes.