By Allison Stein “What if you trusted the wind / To propel you to the heights of your dreams?” The final lines of my poem linger in my soul as I drift off to sleep and wrestle with my own … Read More
By Allison Stein To edit a poem is to amplify its words. Indeed, the revision process has enabled me to elevate my work and empowered me to forge a more profound connection with readers. Below, please find the first draft of “Shatter … Read More
By Allison Stein I am excited to announce my new book, Trust the Wind! I would like to share my note to the reader with the hope to inspire faith and kindness in all. Enjoy! Words forge connections. They inspire action. And … Read More
By Allison Stein I hope this poem reminds you to rejoice in the miracles of life and love. Enjoy! Star by Star One by one, You count miracles. Beat by beat, Our hearts meld. Beam by beam, Moonlight flickers on icicles. … Read More
By Allison Stein To write is to etch on paper the song of my heart. I would like to share a poem that reminds me to sing the lyrics without fear: As Long As I Have a Heartbeat Your words … Read More
By Allison Stein I scarcely believed the reverberating sound, the cascade of words crashing against each other, belonged to me. That voice—unfiltered, uninhibited—emanated straight from my heart. I had escaped my own smothering silhouette and embodied a courage too long … Read More
By Allison Stein Too often, I filter my soul. In my quest for acceptance—my fight for exterior approval—I forget that conformity is not synonymous with happiness. Poetry is a chance to step outside of this material world, to let go of superficial labels. Writing is an escape, … Read More
By Allison Stein I would like to share with you a slideshow of my recent work. Enjoy! Poetry Slideshow
By Allison Stein When a thought captivates my mind, it dominates the very cadence of my heartbeat. Take the summer of 2012. In those pivotal moments, I promised myself that I had the stamina to publish a book. Although I … Read More
By Allison Stein Poetry is powerful and empowering. One of my greatest joys is the gift of sharing previously intangible experiences with others and reliving beautiful moments, now alive and palpable. Through my work, I strive to offer hope and … Read More
