Tag Archives: Birthday

A Poem by Robert Louis Stevenson on His Birthday

Posted on November 13, 2022 by wordcloud9

November 13, 1850 – Robert Louis Stevenson born, Scottish author and poet; known for Treasure Island, Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde, Kidnapped, and A Child’s Garden of Verses.  To read Robert Louis Stevenson’s Poem “Autumn Fires” click:

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A Poem by Diana Hendry on Her Birthday

Posted on October 2, 2022 by wordcloud9

October 2,1941 – Diana Hendry born, UK poet, children’s author, and short story writer; won the 1991 Whitbread Award for best children’s book for Harvey Angell. Her collections of poetry for adults include Making Blue, Borderers, and Late Love: And Other Whodunnits. To read … Continue reading →

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A Poem by Jack Prelutsky on His Birthday

Posted on September 8, 2021 by wordcloud9

Jack Prelutsky was born September 8, 1940, in Brooklyn, NY. American poet and singer-songwriter, most often writing for children, he has published over 50 poetry collections. Before becoming a writer, he worked odd jobs including driving a cab, moving furniture, … Continue reading →

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SHE WOULD HAVE BEEN 29 YEARS OLD TODAY . . . THE CELTIC LASSIE: 1988 – 2015

Posted on October 26, 2017 by Chuck Stanley

by Chuck Stanley Not scared of trolls at all. Trolls know better than to hassle Celtic women. A Celtic Woman will open the gates of hell, escort your ass right on in, and do it with a smile on her … Continue reading →

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