Al Fogel, widely published poet and former editor, turns his unique talent and skill to the senryu-the humorous human side of haiku-in this highly entertaining and groundbreaking book of over 60 memorable cyber-related senryu-most of which have appeared in the leading senryu and haiku publications worldwide.
Now available for the first time in book format (first trade printing sold out)--these award-winning and highly acclaimed poems can't fail to resonate with today's readers.
ADVANCE CRITICAL ACCLAIM FROM AROUND THE GLOBE:
Liam Wilkinson-former editor of "Prune Juice"-the leading senryu publication worldwide:
"Truly brilliant...his senryu packs the same punch as those of Pizzarelli, Swede and the rest of the greats."
Marion Alice Poirier-Award-winning haijin from the United States:
"Fogel's senryu shows by example the sardonic humor that I have come to know and love in his senryu. Altho senryu can also be serious, it is a welcome treat to read those that give me a chuckle with my morning coffee."
Alan Summers-Widely published haijin poet and editor from England:
"Writing proper senryu is a huge skill, and most are shallow. Fogel's aren't. They can often be incredibly thoughtful-as the senryu in Fogel's new book will reveal-and I wish more senryu poets would follow his example."
John McManus-Widely published haiku poet and editor from the UK:
"Fogel brings the senryu into the modern era with his timely topical themes. Never dull. An emerging senryu master in the making."
Chen-ou Liu-International published haijin poet and publisher from Canada:
"Fogel's senryu always puts a smile on my face."
Susan Constable-Widely published poet and editor from Canada:
"Often hard-hitting and poignant, as well as terse and true to life, Fogel's condensed 21st century scenes can't fail to resonate with today's readers."
Bill Kenney-Widely published haijin poet from the U.S.A.:
"As far as senryu is concerned, Fogel is Number One. His work manages to maintain the delicate balance of wit and wisdom that the best senryu aim for."
Introduction by Alberto Azulay.
2 selected senryu:
dentist chair
the hygienist removes
my Bluetooth
alone tonight
I add another friend
to Facebook
1st Trade Edition (1st & 2nd printing...SOLD OUT)
2nd Trade Edition (1st printing: $10.95)
*There are a few copies remaining of the Signed Limited edition (1/15 numbered copies signed by the author.
To purchase or inquire about how to purchase a copy of the signed limited edition, please contact the author at: "nicegy8508@aol.comcom"
About the Author: Al Fogel, 68, widely published haijin poet, editor and author of the groundbreaking "Charles Bukowski--A Comprehensive Checklist--1948-1982" turns his skill and talent to the senryu--the human and oftentimes humorous side of haiku. Fogel's senryu and haiku have appeared in the leading haijin publications around the world including "Notes From TheGean," "Sketchbook," "A Hundred Gourds," "Paper Wasp,""Prune Juice," "The Herons Nest," "Haiku Pix," "Modern Haiku," "Frogpond," "Bottle Rockets," "Chrystanthumum," "Multiverses," "Acorn," "A Handful Of Stones," "Issa's Untidy Hut," "Per Diem Daily Haiku,"Kernels,"--and others.
