MUSIC of the HEART

MUSIC of the HEART embraces Romantic & Spiritual Poems, Prose, Reflections & Aphorisms- including the epic short story “The Kingdom by the Sea." ~~ Life and Love poems--a journey to the Divine.~~ (With Foreword by Daniel Ladinsky, best selling Penguin author of The Gift: Poems of Hafiz) An enjoyable read, ages 12 and up- Adult. Poetry that flows rhythmically, highly recommended! Music of the Heart is a journey of poetry, prose and short story that will take you on an inward spirit adventure; feel the Romanticism of the Romantic Era, the spiritual quest of the true self, love of the Divine, and the mysticism of everyday life. Kathryn Brown, also known as KATE, has a unique gift in conveying thru words the innocent views of her heart and mind. Looking thru her kaleidoscope lens ignites one’s own inner focus to look within- deeper and with sincerity. In our busy world of constant stimulation, we can benefit from these reminders of the inner life that sustains us all-- the inner life of calm, quietude, peace and harmony. Author Kathryn Brown has received an Editor’s Choice Award on Poetry.com. The pen and paper are the release that can take you inner worlds away and still the mind, opening the heart to feel the soul- the source of all. MUSIC of the HEART is a light and easy read that you can enjoy one poem at a time while sipping coffee or tea. It uplifts the spirit and opens the mind. It also makes a perfect gift for any close friend. The final section of the book contains the short story epic poem, titled THE KINGDOM BY THE SEA, and reflections and aphorisms. Overtones of spiritual abundance quench the thirsty soul and the “old soul” approach of Kathryn’s writings are a breath of fresh air. The Editor ADDITIONAL FOREWORD Kathryn (Kate) Brown has especially been blessed with a gift for expressing her innermost personal thoughts and emotions via poetic writings. She has been collecting her writings for over three decades. Her writings are sincerely from her heart and they explode on paper as the reader absorbs these heartfelt expressions for the first or tenth time. G.Steven Pool (Second Editor) _____________________________________ CONTENTS ROMANCE SPIRITUAL SUFFERING LIFE NOSTALGIA MUSIC GRIEF MOTHER NATURE PASSAGES THE KINGDOM BY THE SEA REFLECTIONS ABOUT THE AUTHOR ___________________________ As an avid poetry reader, Kathryn has been inspired by many of the great poets of the 20th century. She also studied fiction and writing while in college.