Sonnets of Love and Joy is a collection of poems that reminds readers of the beauty of life. What was the inspiration for this collection of poetry?

With all the negativity in mainstream news sources, I’ve found that working on love poems has been of great benefit to my mental and emotional health.

What were some goals you set for yourself as a writer in this book?

To communicate the poetic messages with images, metaphors, and well-chosen vocabulary.

What were some themes that were important for you to explore in this book?

Love won and lost; the beauty of nature; the innocence of children.

What is the next book that you are working on and when will it be available?

Sonnets for Sufferers (tentative title) will examine the darker side of the human condition.