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by Gwendolyn M Plano Over time, I've realized that as I read, I look for the author. I want to know him or her. When the two of us meet through the pages of their work, I discover a friend. This poem attempts to capture my reading process. How about you? Do you search for the writer? 
22 Comments
4/3/2018 03:15:56
Gwen, this is a beautiful poem. Thank you for sharing it. Have reblogged it on: http://harmonykent.co.uk/blog-reflections-on-life-from-the-desk-of-gwendolyn-m-plano/.
Gwen Plano
4/3/2018 07:18:52
Thank you so much, Harmony. Have a wonderful day. Gwen, that was awesome! There are books I read that do make me stop and ponder the author, especially when the text inside so easily transports me to other realms. I'm not that way with all authors and all books, but certain ones definitely have me thinking past the story to the creator.
Gwen Plano
4/3/2018 07:20:30
Thank you, Mae. When I find the author, the story takes on added depth. Have a wonderful day. 4/3/2018 06:37:10
Beautiful poem. Says a lot about falling into a story and pondering the life behind it. Well done, Gwen
Gwen Plano
4/3/2018 07:21:13
Thank you, John. I always appreciate your feedback. Have a great day.
Book and their creators that reach out to readers beyond the paper/screen are like comfy slippers, or thoughtful friends that feel like they've known you forever, even if you've just discovered them.
Gwen Plano
4/3/2018 07:22:10
Yes, cherished and embraced. I love that image. Thank you, Jan.
John Fioravanti
4/3/2018 08:26:39
This is a terrific poem, Gwen! I've never thought about meeting the author is I read a book. You have me thinking again!
Gwen Plano
4/3/2018 08:56:33
Thank you, John. It's an interesting process, isn't it? Have a great day.
D.L. Finn
4/3/2018 09:18:01
I love this Gwen. I like to think we see the world through the authors eyes. Their insights, hope, fears, imagination, or dreams. You have expressed something I never thought to put words to...we do reach out with our words. Thanks for writing this. I will be thinking about this for a while and the words shared.
Gwen Plano
4/3/2018 17:33:50
Thank you so much, D. L. Blessings 😊
Gwen Plano
4/4/2018 07:34:31
Thank you, Jan. It brings us closer to the story, doesn't it. ♥ 4/4/2018 06:31:40
I love that you say you discover a friend. As an author, that's just what I want. And as a reader, that's what I do, too.
Gwen Plano
4/4/2018 07:35:43
Thank you, Staci. I so appreciate your feedback. :) 7/29/2025 00:07:46
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