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Poem / Poetry

August 24, 2023

Reads: 102

Comments: 2

The Booksie Classic House

A poem about life without love Read More

Tags: love, sex, money, power, regret

We are here to work and serve each other. My poem. Read More
Eleanor, a retired military officer now an unassuming gentle old lady, confronts disruptive young neighbors with her tactical prowess after they shatter her peace. Her calculated moves and strategic retaliation restore tranquility, earning respect and admiration from the community. Read More

Poem / Poetry

July 27, 2023

Reads: 240

Comments: 1

Shelves: 1

The Booksie Classic House

The ‘squaring of the circle’ is one of the many archetypal motifs which form the basic patterns of our dreams and fantasies. But it is distinguished by the fact that it is one of the most important of them from the functional point of view. Indeed, it could even be… Read More
People must understand - the latent power they wield and they can fundamentally alter the nature of the game that politicians play. They are not powerless, in any way. The future of democracy is in citizens’ hands. Read More
In which memories of a misfit character prompt thoughts on community and power. This story now forms part of a book and is available as a paperback. Just search for ANOTHER PUDDING IS POSSIBLE BY TOM WALLACE on Amazon. Read More
Where can I get a Degree in Idiocy, and wjy are most of the holders of that degree concentrated in Congress? Read More
The commonality of despots, tyrants and autocrats – unfortunately us . . Read More

Tags: anger, hate, fear, power, coat

I had a personal loss recently. It devastates and overwhelms the senses and emotions, and opens hidden passages into the darkness of our grieving soul. Read More
Be forewarned. I am, and always will be, pro-America, pro-democracy. For I have seen and lived and felt the best and worst of our inclinations, and I have found that America is still worthy of consideration and admiration, not disdain, contempt or disparagement. And, I may write satirically and even… Read More
What is power? Does power come from having great wealth? Is it a position we hold? Or is power physical strength? Read More
A poem inspired by the evening sky. You are a meteor shower full of power. Read More
This is something that doesn't make sense to me. My poem. Read More

Tags: god, light, power, devil, minds

Reads: 233

Comments: 1

The Booksie Classic House

We all have power within us, but we use it wrong. Read More

Tags: heaven, power, fool, learn

Reads: 325

Shelves: 1

The Booksie Classic House

Jesus said to Pilate, "You'd have no power over me if it hadn't been given you from above." My poem. Read More
Four companions drawn together on a quest not of their making. “I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book. It’s a beautifully written story and I find all of the characters interesting. The descriptions, particularly of the sea voyage, were fabulous. I can feel myself being present in the places described. There… Read More

Book / Fantasy

August 17, 2022

Reads: 1368

Comments: 2

Shelves: 1

The Booksie Classic House

The story of a boy who was gifted the ability to stand above everyone else, yet that same gift was his downfall, and the moment he accepted that he will lead a miserable life, fate decided to give him an opportunity to find a reason once again. In a world… Read More
There is only one power you have to fear, and that is 'the Lord.' Read More

Short Story / Thrillers

July 25, 2022

Reads: 299

Shelves: 1

The Booksie Classic House

A retired New York cop becomes a private security specialist. The new job comes with many perks but just as many hidden dangers. John Kelly is propelled into a dark, seedy underworld where choosing the wrong side could get you deleted, your identity could be erased. A few keystrokes and… Read More

Reads: 157

Comments: 1

The Booksie Classic House

Time is still a mystery. My poem. Read More

Tags: heart, time, power, present, day

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