Ramblings & Rhymes: An Anthology of Poetry

by Arietta Bryant

An anthology of poetry showing snap shots Arietta's history,loosely themed by season, thus condensing the many years represented by the poems into just one seasonal cycle of life, love and loss.

If in these pages you should peek
Another world you there may seek
A world of magick, joy and lust
So come on in and join with us.
The poems on these pages long
To be read aloud, like songs to be sung.
So grab a cuppa, and stay a-while
And allow these poems to beguile

68 pages, Paperback

First published June 1, 2011

About the author

Arietta Bryant is a Mother, Wife, Artist and Wiccan High Priestess.
She has been using poetry as a creative outlet since childhood
(mostly as a way to get out of writing essays at school) and as an
adult she now incorporates original poetry into many of her
religious and magickal workings.
Arietta began practicing Wicca in 1995, she has since become an
active member of her local Pagan community and has been
working as a professional Pagan Celebrant since 2002.
Arietta lives with her husband, two children and two cats in
Hampshire where she enjoys singing, cooking, gardening and
walking in the woods near her home.

Reviews

[Lucy Grayson · Rating 5 out of 5]

As Arietta's friend I know the inclination is to say nice things because I love her and I was wary of that, but I was extremely pleasantly surprised to find that there was absolutely no need. The theme of the seasons which delicately binds her poems together gives a really rounded feel to the entire publication and the poetry itself is contemporary, heart-felt and emotionally stirring. Having never been a huge fan of poetry, I am so pleased to have had the opportunity to discover it anew and find a new appreciation for it, thanks to Arietta's work. What comes across most of all, is the absolute sincerity in every word, you really get the feeling that this is a person speaking vividly about the world they have lived in and experienced. An absolute must-buy for poetry fans and even more so for people who struggle with, this will REALLY get you appreciating poetry for how beautiful and honest it can be. Brilliant work!

[Rae Gee · Rating 5 out of 5]

I read this beautiful book in one sitting. Arietta's words are so beautiful, so soothing, a dip in cool water for stressed out souls. Following the seasons of the year, Arietta has written something which will speak to everyone. It doesn't matter whether you follow a Pagan path or not, you'll find something in this book for you. I'm not normally a poetry fan, having had it beaten out of me in school, but there's something so refreshing about Ramblings and Rhymes that it's a book which begs to be read again and again. Whether you're a poetry fan, or not, pick up a copy of this delightful book. You absolutely won't regret it.

[Romany Rivers · Rating 4 out of 5]

This collection of poetry offers a variation of style and content that allows the reader to be absorbed into different experiences. The subtle connection of seasonal collections gives a wider story to individual poems, and adds another layer of thought to each emotional piece. I think there is something resonant for each person here, certainly I found a reflection of my own stories told through anothers words. Well worth a read, a book to peruse, to think about, and to dip in and out of when the mood strikes.

[Fiona · Rating 4 out of 5]

A well laid out anthology with some real gems.
I dip into this when needed and always find something to match my mood.
A heartfelt and warming addition to my bookshelf