You Keep Me Safe, I Keep You Wild

by Crystal Melbourne

You keep me safe, I keep you wild is a psychoanalytical essay written in narrative poetry, an exploration of the layers and dynamics of romantic love in all its forms: innocent, restless, destructive, enduring, gentle, and unconditional.

Part dream, part memory, part fiction, part reflection–
written over eight years, from girlhood into early womanhood, these poems unravel the shifting emotions and emotional phases that different types of amorous relationships evoke in us.

Each chapter maps a pattern of instinctual responses, each poem a fleeting state of spirit.

To be read as a story. 🎀

82 pages, Paperback

First published June 22, 2022

About the author

Crystal Melbourne is a Germany-based writer and literature graduate whose work resides at the intersection of emotional intelligence, self-sovereignty, and identity within the broader pursuit of a more conscious world.

Her debut collection, Star Crossed Poetry, reimagines archetypal motifs through lyrical language and cosmic imagery, while her follow-up, You Keep Me Safe, I Keep You Wild, reflects on intimacy, vulnerability, and the evolving dynamics of love.

C.M. is the editor and a contributing poet to Mythos from Mt. Belus, and her work has also appeared in Giving (Riza Press & Pen and Pendulum) and Home (Yellow Arrow Publishing).

She draws literary inspiration from the confessional introspection of Anais Nin and the raw, kinetic prose of Jack Kerouac. You can find her on social media as @cmelbourne.poetry.


# Narrative Poetry
# Greek Mythology
# Moral philosophy

Reviews

[Katy.Marie · Rating 5 out of 5]

I was given the opportunity to have this book sent to me kindly by the author, and this reflective piece did not disappoint. I found it to be quite hard-hitting in parts, but I enjoyed the emotional rawness this reflection caused, and it made me consider and reflect on my own experiences. All in all a 5/5 read for me. I also very much enjoyed the mix of genres that were sprinkled within the poetry. Thank you again Crystal for letting me own a copy of my own, was a very enjoyable read.

[Marina Abend · Rating 5 out of 5]

Okay, WOW, I went into this expecting a drastically different set of poems than what it was, but I am pleasantly surprised with where it ended up! Fantasy romance? Dark poetry? Self-discovery? yeah, a little sprinkle of each, what a journey

[Eddie Shamosh · Rating 5 out of 5]

Well put together and easy to get into. The poems flow like a story, and a few of them really stand out. It’s not overly dramatic, just honest and well-written. Worth a read if you’re into personal, reflective stuff.

[Margaret Ford · Rating 5 out of 5]

Remarkable book. I would love to read more from this author.

[Linda Leclair · Rating 5 out of 5]

Just remarkable. I recommend it very highly

[Janet Summers · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent book. Highly recommended

[Eloisa Floyd · Rating 5 out of 5]

A pleasant read

[Karma Griffin · Rating 5 out of 5]

What a dazzling and fascinating read!

[Carmela Hutchins · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fantastic book! Gripping from the first page! Definitely worth a read!

[Micah Alves · Rating 5 out of 5]

What a page turner! Unequivocally kept me on the edge of my seat! Can't wait for the author's next book!

[Christine Mount · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great book. Highly endorsed.

[Edna Powley · Rating 3 out of 5]

Well written but grammar needs to be worked on

[Mary Smith · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is amazing, I love it.