The Winter Years of the gray-headed are a time to laugh and cry. Readers will do both while seeing their own reflection from each poem. Learn the different types of poetry as you relate to life; no matter your age. Discover these types of poetry: Lento, Tanka, Triolet, Senryu, Monorhyme, Cinquain, Lento, anka, Triolet, Senryu, Monorhyme, and Cinquain.

Welcome to Martin Matthews Writes, Eugenia!

I am excited to be sharing about one of my latest projects with you. Thank you for this grand opportunity.

You’re totally welcome! This is what we’re all about, showcasing author’s work. Tell us a little about yourself.

I am excited about writing in all forms. Something magical happens when I get a pen in my hand. I like communicaging with others. Communication is important in forging human relationships and bonds. I like to create. Looking back at a finished project brings me such delight.

Tell us a little about your book.

The book is a book of contemporary poetry where I explore different forms and topics. There are lots of characters. I write about nature, animals, heavenly beings, and death.

Where did the idea for this book come from?

I decided to write a poem one night for my former English teacher's aging years. She is in retirement in Charleston, Sc. Then I just went from there.

Is there a message behind your book? What is it?

There is a beautiful theme illustrated as the bent over couple in the background of the midnight blue sky walk along. The snowflakes signify winter, as does the couple symbolically walking in their winter season of life.

Who or what are some of your biggest influences?

I like Romantic poets. John Donne, Paul Dunbar, and Maya Angelou are people I enjoy. I also enjoy reading and reviewing contemporary poems online.

What are you currently reading?

I am waiting on two books from authorsden to arrive. I will review a children's book about first responders in the Covid crisis, and a book of short stories.

Are you working on another novel? Can you tell us anything about it?

I have written Just Another Look and Breakdown. They were published by Good Samaritan Press, and edited by Jerome Brooke. They are novellas.

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What advice would you give to new authors? Don't be afraid to self-publish. Explore publishing online. Use Facebook and author pages to advertise. Keep at it.

Thanks for stopping by and chatting with me today, Eugenia!

Thanks! I look forward to doing it again sometime.

Eugenia Fain: I have forty years experience in writing poetry and prose. i am also a songwriter. I am published both online and in print. I am considered an international author. I reside in Columbia, Sc with my husband, Ivan, and cat, Buddy. I am a tutor, preschool teacher, and children's minister. I have no children of my own.

THE WINTER YEARS - EUGENIA FAIN