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Harmony Kent has a #NewRelease

11/29/2022

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Hello blog friends, 

Today I have the privilege of introducing author Harmony Kent and her most recent publication, Sorrowful Soul. I've read many of Harmony's award-winning books. She writes through her heart, and in so doing, she reaches ours. 

Harmony's background is unique. She was a Zen Buddhist monk for thirteen years. That experience provides the foundation upon which she faces life's challenges, including a horrific life-changing injury. 

​I never was a monk, though I am familiar with that way of life. For five years I frequented Zen Buddhist temples, joining other contemplatives longing for a deeper experience of the Divine. I mention this because Zen Buddhism isn't a religion; it is a philosophy, a way of life. At the close of my meditations, I went home. The monks remained and lived in that quiet setting full-time. I can only imagine the culture shock Harmony must have experienced when she left the monastery. 

I have deep respect for the monks I knew. Their kindness guides me still. When I met Harmony through her blog and her books, I found a sister, a friend, and a mentor. She is a teacher without a title, and a writer with a powerful voice. She deserves the spotlight and more. 

Please join me in welcoming Harmony Kent. ❤️

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 ​Hi, Gwen.
 
Thanks so much for hosting me today.
 
It’s always wonderful to visit with you.
 
Here’s a little bit I’d love to share about my latest book of poetry, Sorrowful Soul.  Full of freestyle poems, which provide company and compassion through the devastating journey of grief and loss and onward, this heartfelt collection shows us we do not travel this lonely road alone.
 
The cover for Sorrowful Soul depicts a Calla Lilly, which comes in many colours, holds much symbolism, and finds itself called upon for both weddings and funerals and many occasions in between. This beautiful Lilly is well known for crying—where water droplets form on the petals—and this phenomenon inspired my design for the front cover.
 
The wonderful, versatile Calla Lilly has truly caught my imagination. Do you have a particular flower that speaks to you? If so, chat with me in the comments.

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​Here’s an extract from the opening lines to a poem about a different flower …

From Part 3: Guilt
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(Extract From The Penitent’s Rose)


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I hope you enjoyed this poetic excerpt and would love to know what you think. Thanks for reading 😊


ABOUT THE BOOK:
 
If we’re lucky, we meet twilight at the front door and old age creeps in on the night breeze.
 
Even if we make it to our twilight years, the more we age, the more loss we must endure as part of the cycle of life. Many of these poems lament death, but they also relate to broken relationships, severed friendships, and the loss of youth. This book of grief poetry is as much about saying goodbye and working through loss as it is about death and love split asunder.
 
This heartfelt collection provides company and compassion through the devastating journey of loss and shows us we do not travel this lonely road alone. Within these pages we share shock, numbness and denial, catapult into anger, bargaining, depression, loneliness, and guilt, and—eventually—make the seismic shift into testing the possibility of a new normal and finding acceptance.
 
 
Universal Sales Link:  https://mybook.to/SorrowfulSoul
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​Book Trailer: 
CONTACT INFO:

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The Battle for Brisingamen (Fantasy Fiction) 
The Glade (Mystery/Thriller) 
Polish Your Prose: Essential Editing Tips
Oh Baubles: A Christmas Romance
Finding Katie (Women’s Fiction), 
Slices of Soul (Soul Poetry Series: Book 1) 
Life and Soul (Soul Poetry Series: Book 2) 
​Sorrowful Soul (Soul Poetry Series: Book 3)
Interludes (Erotic Short Stories)
Interludes 2 (Erotic Short Stories) 
Moments (Short Stories and Poetry) 
Jewel in the Mud (Zen Musings)
Creative Solutions (Writing Inspiration) 
Backstage (Erotic Romance and Thriller) 
FALLOUT (Post-Apocalyptic Dystopia) 
​The Vanished Boy (Psychological Thriller)
53 Comments
Priscilla Bettis link
11/30/2022 02:41:34

i don't have a particular flower that speaks to me. They're all so beautiful. I enjoyed the poetry excerpt.

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Gwen M. Plano
11/30/2022 03:49:28

Thank you, Priscilla, for joining Harmony's celebration. I'm with you about flowers--they are all so beautiful.

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Harmony Kent link
11/30/2022 03:56:38

Flowers are one of nature’s best … function and beauty all-in-one! I’m delighted you enjoyed the poetic extract. Thanks, Priscilla 💕🙂

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Harmony Kent link
11/30/2022 04:01:26

Gwen, thank you so much for having me over to visit today. Your wonderful welcome warms my heart, and it’s a pleasure and privilege to be here. Hugs and love from across the miles 💕🙂💕

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Gwen M. Plano
11/30/2022 04:49:50

It's my delight to host your celebration, Harmony. You're a wonderful writer and a dear friend. Congratulations on this latest achievement! ❤️

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Jill Weatherholt link
11/30/2022 04:48:10

It was wonderful to learn more about Harmony today. I love Calla lilies too, but orchids have taught me to persevere. Thanks for hosting today, Gwen. Your introduction was beautiful. xo

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Gwen M. Plano
11/30/2022 04:50:58

Thank you, Jill, for joining in this celebration. And thank you for your kindness. 🤗

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Harmony Kent link
11/30/2022 07:28:15

Orchids truly are a lesson in perseverance! I’m so humbled by Gwen’s wonderful introduction. Thanks, Jill 💕🙂

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CS Boyack
11/30/2022 04:54:34

Nice seeing Harmony here today.

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Gwen M. Plano
11/30/2022 05:37:56

Yep, it's a happy day. Thanks, Craig.

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Harmony Kent link
11/30/2022 07:29:05

It’s lovely to be here! Thanks, Craig 💕🙂

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Liz Gauffreau link
11/30/2022 06:25:05

The lines that most struck me in "The Penitent's Rose" excerpt were "Can there be forgiveness / From the grave? / Do I even have the right to ask?" Queen Anne's Lace speaks to me because it reminds me of my mother and my grandmother--and it grows wild.

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Gwen M. Plano
11/30/2022 06:33:36

I've come to love wildflowers, Liz. In the high desert, their blooms cover the barren earth with color. Thank you for visiting. 😊

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Harmony Kent link
11/30/2022 07:31:45

I drove my gardener nuts one year because I asked him to not cut the grass until the flush of new wild flowers had died down 😁 I love that the Queen Anne’s Lace reminds you if your mother and grandmother. I’m so pleased the extract spoke to you. Thanks, Liz 💕🙂

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John Howell link
11/30/2022 06:29:11

The excerpt of the poem reminds us all that time for forgiveness can be fleeting. We need to treat others as we want to be treated. Congratulations, Harmony. Thanks for hosting, Gwen

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Gwen M. Plano
11/30/2022 06:34:56

Beautifully put, John. Thank you for visiting and sharing as you have.

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Harmony Kent link
11/30/2022 07:34:22

So very true, John. I don’t let hubby leave the house until we’ve exchanged a kiss and ‘I love you’s’ … then I unfasten the handcuffs! 😂 … Seriously, though, we so need to treat others as we want to be treated. Oh, what a world that would make! Thanks for all your support 💕🙂

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Kymber Hawke link
11/30/2022 07:04:18

I loved learning more about Harmony! And her book looks amazing! Wishing you much success, Harmony. ❤️

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Gwen M. Plano
11/30/2022 07:06:54

So nice to meet you, Kymber. Thank you for adding to this celebration. 😊

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Harmony Kent link
11/30/2022 07:35:32

I love Gwen’s fantastic introduction! Thanks for your support, Kymber 💕🙂

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Diana Peach link
11/30/2022 07:54:02

What a beautiful introduction from Gwen. That was touching and made me smile. Your covers for this series of books are all exquisite, Harmony, and this one stands out. I never knew the symbolism of the water as tears. A favorite flower of mine is the William Baffin rose because they require no care! And they're beautiful. What a gift. Congrats on another wonderful tour stop!

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Gwen M. Plano
11/30/2022 10:18:21

Thank you so much, Diana. Like you, I find Harmony's covers exquisite. I'm looking forward to savoring her poems. ❤️

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Harmony Kent link
12/1/2022 04:14:50

Gwen’s intro was so incredibly touching. I’m thrilled you love the covers! The William Baffin rose sounds like my kind of flower 😁 … it’s amazing how lethal I am to something I love so much! Thanks for your lovely words, Diana 💕🙂

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Joan Hall link
11/30/2022 08:26:58

The excerpt made me think of my father. While there weren't any harsh words between us before his unexpected death, I always wished I'd had one last chance to tell him I loved him.

I learned an important lesson, never pass up the opportunity to tell someone that.

I'm sure this is a powerful collection of poems, Harmony, and I hope it will touch many. Thank you for hosting today, Gwen.

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Gwen M. Plano
11/30/2022 10:20:46

Oh my, Joan, I share your wishes for one last chance. That said, I often feel both mom and dad near. Thank you for sharing and joining in the celebration. 😊

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Harmony Kent link
12/1/2022 04:18:57

That’s such an important lesson. Many times, mostly between the males of the species, I feel frustrated at a missed chance for them to say ‘I love you’ just because it isn’t the way they were brought up. I’m so glad there weren’t harsh words between you both, Joan 💕🙂

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Jan Sikes
11/30/2022 09:28:49

What an interesting tidbit about the Calla Lily, Harmony. The flower that I most resonate with is the rose. I love everything about them. This book is going to be a journey. Can't wait to get started. Thank you, Gwen, for hosting!

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Gwen M. Plano
11/30/2022 10:21:55

It's a pleasure to host. Thank you, Jan, for joining in the celebration. 😊

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Harmony Kent link
12/1/2022 04:22:19

I was both delighted and fascinated to learn that about the Calla Lilly! I love roses too … the fact we get beautiful blooms along with prickly thorns resonates with me. Thanks, Jan 💕🙂

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Dan Antion link
11/30/2022 11:28:36

It's nice to see you share Harmony's latest book of poetry, Gwen. Even nicer is the fact that I received a notification for this post. That hadn't been happening, so I resubscribed. I wish Harmony all the best with this book.

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Gwen M. Plano
11/30/2022 11:47:27

So good to hear on all fronts, Dan. Your new book and Harmony's has me set for Christmas. 😊

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Harmony Kent link
12/1/2022 04:24:31

Thanks so much, Dan. I’m pleased you’re getting notifications. For some reason, WordPress has unsubscribed me from loads of blogs I was following. I’m hearing lots of folks having lots of issues across the blogosphere and varied platforms. 💕🙂

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Mar link
11/30/2022 12:55:36

What a beautiful tribute to a beautiful friend! I couldn't agree with you more, Gwen. It's such a blessing to know Harmony. I can't wait to read her latest. Thanks so much for sharing! And another congrats to Harmony!

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Gwen M. Plano
11/30/2022 13:53:42

Thank you, dear Mar, for adding to the cheer. I'm looking forward to reading her latest as well. 😊

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Harmony Kent link
12/1/2022 04:26:23

Oh, Mar, thank you so much for your wonderful words! Greatly appreciated! Hugs 💕🙂

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Jacquie Biggar
11/30/2022 14:53:33

Beautiful cover, Harmony. I love your vision of the flower crying- could be tears of joy or sorrow.
Congrats on your newest release!

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Gwen M. Plano
11/30/2022 15:53:07

It's such a beautiful cover. Thank you for sharing, Jacquie.

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Harmony Kent link
12/1/2022 04:27:55

Oh yes! Tears of joy and/or sorrow. I’m thrilled you love the cover. It’s my favourite so far! Thanks, Jacquie 💕🙂

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Karen Ingalls
12/1/2022 04:33:18

Congratulations, Harmony, on your new book. My grandfather taught me the beauty and mystique of flowers (and trees). Growing up in California, I saw a lot of gardens filled with Calla Lillies.
I am excited and anxious to read your book.

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Gwen M. Plano
12/1/2022 06:35:49

Like you, Karen, I'm looking forward to reading Harmony's collection. Thank you for visiting and offering your cheers. 🤗

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Harmony Kent link
12/2/2022 13:07:01

How wonderful of your grandfather and such a gift! Thanks so much, Karen 💕🙂

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Beem Weeks link
12/1/2022 07:33:22

Congratulations to Harmony on this new release. Best wishes to her.

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Gwen M. Plano
12/1/2022 18:00:51

Thank you, Beem, for adding your cheers to Harmony's celebration. 😊

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Harmony Kent link
12/2/2022 13:07:46

Thanks so much, Beem! 💕🙂

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DGKaye link
12/2/2022 09:06:21

Beautiful promo for Harmony's beautiful book Gwen. I learned something new about the Cala Lily too. <3

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Gwen M. Plano
12/2/2022 09:31:10

Thank you, Debby. I learned a lot as well. 🤗

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Harmony Kent link
12/2/2022 13:08:38

That’s great! Thanks, Debby 💕🙂

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Mark Bierman link
12/2/2022 09:33:42

Congratulations, Harmony, on the new release! I really enjoyed the trailer, too! Thank you so much for hosting, Gwen. :)

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Harmony Kent link
12/2/2022 13:09:36

I’m delighted you enjoyed the trailer! Thanks, Mark 💕🙂

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Gwen M. Plano
12/4/2022 06:55:22

Thank you, Mark, for your kind words. Harmony's trailer is amazing, as is her book. 😊

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Robbie Cheadle
12/6/2022 21:39:05

I have always associated lilies with death and they are used a lot at funerals so the cover flower is perfect for this book. I enjoyed this whole series by Harmony very much, Gwen. Thanks for hosting her today.

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Harmony Kent link
12/7/2022 08:54:35

Thanks so much, Robbie. The Calla Lilly and the tears struck me as so utterly fitting for this collection. Hugs 💕🙂

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Gwen M. Plano
12/9/2022 07:55:06

Thank you, Robbie. It was a pleasure hosting Harmony. Like you, I very much appreciated Sorrowful Soul. ❤️

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