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"Something Wicked Dwells" has been published in numerous literary journals including The Horror Zine Summer Digest 2012 and Speculative Poets of Texas (2015). The poem is perfect for teachers to play to their students to engage and encourage them in poetry and the genre of horror and all things scary. Archived at the UCLA Library of Special Collections.

What happens when a klutzy cat burglar stumbles upon a vampire? A comedic cat-and-mouse game where the thief gets a lot more than he bargained for.

Written in rhyme scheme, "the boys" are kindred spirits, living carefree in the all-American town of Texarkana. Follow the laughter and heart break of a group of boys discovering who they are and the sadness they carry with them through the ages.

A young man recounts the special times he had with his mother at her funeral.

Archived at the UCLA Library of Special Collections. Published in the anthology Speculative Poets of Texas (2015).

The award- winning poem told from the grandson's point of view. Great for Mother's Day, Grandparent's Day or any day. Just make her happy!

Ever wonder where those creepy, old time street peddlers, who sold those potions and trinkets in tiny bottles, door to door, came from? Published in the anthology Speculative Poets of Texas (2015).

Winner: Annual Competition/Honorable Mention: California State Poetry Society 2011. Archived in the UCLA Library of Special Collections.

Christmas and New York City have always gone together. They are the perfect match. This poem is a perfect homage to the city's rich history for celebrating the holidays. Archived in the UCLA Library of Special Collections.

Words of meditation to be comforted by.

When the circus comes to town, it's the ghouls that put on the show. A vampire ringmaster tells the erotic horror tale for a Christmas Eve. This poem is not for children. Adults, gather round. Archived at the UCLA Library of Special Collections. Published in Speculative Poets of Texas (2015).

In Washington Park, Denver, Colorado, two men express their love for each other in a quiet and gentle snowfall. This poem is archived in the UCLA Library of Special Collections. Originally published in the collection All-American Texan (1999).

It's the 1950s! What happens when you are a 15-year-old boy and you look just like Elvis? What happens when you are a 15 year old boy and look just like James Dean? What happens when you meet? An innocent light-hearted love story that uses the pop music, hot rods, and fashion of the time as a landscape to enhance the story. Perfect for LGBT youth and their friends!

Originally published in the California State Poetry Society Poetry Letter in 2002. The Wedding of the Dead is the perfect homage to the ancient holiday that is now known as Halloween! Archived in the UCLA Library of Special Collections. Published in the anthology Speculative Poets of Texas (2015).

"Jack o' Lantern Fever" was originally published in the Los Angeles club magazine 4-Front and in the NoHo Valley News in 1997. It was published in the anthology Speculative Poets of Texas 2015. Archived in the UCLA Library of Special Collections.

Published in the anthology Speculative Poets of Texas (2015). Archived in the UCLA Library of Special Collections. A Christmas celebration for the entire kingdom, led by a whimsical court jester.

"Mother" was originally published in numerous literary and poetry journals in the 1990s. It was included in the poetry compilation, All-American Texan, in 1999. Though short, the poem continues to create conversation, debate and enjoyment.

"Wicked Willows" is a short horror story for the thinking person. Great for actors who love unique monologues. A good listen for teachers to play to students and hold discussion in Language Arts.

The award- winning and published poem honoring mothers. Perfect for a Mother's Day listen or anytime.

The Halloween Lullaby was originally published in the NoHo Valley News in 1997 and in the Los Angeles club magazine 4- Front. It is also published in the anthology Speculative Poets of Texas 2015. Archived in the UCLA Library of Special Collections.