"MY BOOK IS OUT!"

After years of being asked to publish my poems, it is FINALLY done. I hope you will support my poetic efforts by ordering a signed, personalized 1st Edition to hold in your hands and enjoy at home.😃

           Take a peek Behind the Smile!           

This book's cover feels like smooth, thick suede!

352 pages  |  9"x 6"  |  145 poems | 52 individual forms

Includes Easy Instructions for Writing Each Form

          Check it out on You Tube          

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dVcwVexEz-M

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A few notes about the Author & His Book

   Behind the Smile is the first collection of exceptional poetic renderings by long-time literary author, Richard W. Jenkins.

   This 152 page book is composed of 145 poems, in 52 different poetic forms. Its chapters cover Poetry, Romance, Life, Love, Emotion, Imagery, Sadness, Humor, Japanese Forms, Promise, Sensuality, Fantasy, and Thinking … there is even a section on how to write each form. This is a book for poetry lovers from Beginner to Master, from a Poet's Poet.

   Richard is a simple man who grew-up living with various of his kin folk, traveling the nation, learning life, people, and himself, falling in and out of love too many times, earned several degrees from binary logic to drafting, electricity, writing, and design … a few of his loves, attributes, and accomplishments include: Poet Laureate (reading, writing, and teaching poetry), an avid golfer, shooting firearms, collecting (knives, swords, and books), grandmaster teacher of Taekwondo, master electrician, general contractor, commercial artist, philosophy, playing acoustic and classical guitar, singing (average, at best), art (acrylics, pastels, pencil, water color, and charcoal), loves swimming, dancing, and watching people and helping others, animals, and Nature, etc

   He says, "The more I do and learn, the less I realize I know and can't do, and it is these that humble and keep me the simple man I am and, hopefully, always will be."

   He would like for you to order his book, enjoy its soft, suede-like feel, and become lost in its pages many times over for a lifetime to come, with a permanent home in your personal library to share with family and friends.

   Blessings and enjoyable reading to you, one and all.

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Author's Note

Thank you all for years of friendship, camaraderie, and for sharing your wonderful and endlessly creative poetry with me … I look forward to many more.

Much poetic love to one and all ⁓ Richard : )

Reviews

[Kay/Hayden]

It's so cute, I looked it up, and like 10 people on the reviews who ordered it were from here. c: This place is so supportive! I might ask for it for my birthday c:
You handled the issue calmly unlike many would have (including me). I probably would have freaked out lol!

[Richard 🍃]

Aw, thank you, Dear Kay : )

That is so sweet of you to say.
You might see 10 people from here that ordered, but more than 20 from this site have gone to my personal website and ordered a signed/personalized copy from me directly, with free shipping.
Right now, Amazon has the softcover version on sale for $13.33 (normally, $19.90).
Thank you so much for your very nice compliment in how the unfortunate situation was handled with this unhappy person, but I think you'd have been polite, too, as two wrongs don't make a right, eh?

I hope you can get a copy of your own soon, I know you'll love it!
Thanks for being my friend … big SMILE for you, Kay! ⁓ Richard 🍃

[Kay/Hayden]

c: I love the people here

[Richard 🍃]

That's a great way to feel, Kay ✨
When we give love, we receive love in return … or, that's how it should be, I think. : )
Still, all-in-all, I suppose to give without expectations is a purer, more powerful way to be, eh?
What do you think? : )

[Richard 🍃]

"c: I love the people here"
Then, I think more and more people here will love You back.☀️

[prema]

I can't wait to read all of your poems. So I ordered "behind the smile"
MY husband only ordered .It so happened that there is another book by the same title
So first he ordered that .When I came to know about that we ordered again your poems .
Thanking you prema

[Richard 🍃]

Prema,

I am so very happy you've chosen my book to order for your own library and to read and enjoy anytime at your leisure.
It is regrettable another's title duplication caused an issue for you and your husband.
I, too, have done this, and since learned to identify the author first before ordering. Please, return the unwanted copy for a full refund …. I know Amazon and Barnes & Noble will honor returns.
Here's hoping you spend many enjoyable hours wandering through the pages of my book. : )

It is I who gratefully and sincerely thank You, Dear Poetess ⁓ Richard 🍃

[prema]

Sir, since it is a paltry sum In do not want refund.
It was my mistake anyway. I told my husband only
the title ,not the author's name and asked him to order .He is the one who does online purchasing at home. Anyway every night I am reading your poems. I also get to learn the style of poetry since
it is explained in every poem. Great work indeed!

[heavenscentgirl1]

Richard, as always you handled this issue like a true gentleman, but I don’t feel there was any reason for you to apologize for her misunderstanding. Take care and stay safe. Mj 😇

[Richard 🍃]

Thank you, Dear Mary Jo 😌

I fully and sincerely appreciate the gesture of your kindness, understanding, and support in this issue, and in buying a copy of my book for your own library.

With many warm, happy blessings! ⁓ Richard 🍃

[Dave]

Richard - you must think I passed away, well I haven't. Though I can't tell you of any one of your poems I loved, there are many, I continue reading your book. I have written more poetry and a couple of novels and short stories. The best I have done, in getting any of the stories published are, they are now available on Kindle.
I hope that all is well with you - take care - Dave

[Richard 🍃]

Hi, Dave : )

Long time no see, but never forgotten, eh?
Thank you for loving so many of my poems and for enjoying my book in the ways you so delightfully express.
Sincere congratulations, too, for getting your stories published on Kindle … it's a good start, eh?

I, too, wish the best to you, My Fine Friend! ⁓ Richard 🍃

[Dave]

Thank you, Richard
Take care of yourself - Dave

[Ankita Dwivedi]

wow!! I know i am late buyut why haven't you sent me a copy already ? XD
love, Ankita

[Richard 🍃]

OOooo, Ankita!
I can think of no one I'd more love to have a copy of my book than You.
read moreOOooo, Ankita!
I can think of no one I'd more love to have a copy of my book than You.
Please, order a copy as soon as possible, and if you order from Me, I'll write something special in the front and sign it for you.

Big hugs and sunny smiles! ⁓ Richard 🍃

[Richard 🍃]

(Hm? It cut off the rest of my message, but here it is):
Order yours as soon as possible, and if you get it directly from me, I'll write something special in the front and sign it for you.

Happy smiles 'n hugs! ⁓ Richard 🍃

[Lia Columbus]

It's great to know about your book. I am very sure it is one of those that could be read over and again because of the silky feeling it leaves on the the tongue. I can say because that's what all your poems do :) But, is ita available in India?
Lia

[Richard 🍃]

Hi. Lia : )

It's great to know You know about it, too. ; )
Thank you ever-so warmly for reading-up on my book, and for your lovely sentiments of my poetry.
It IS available in India from Amazon.com … and, maybe, can be ordered by or bought at bookstores there, too.

I hope you'll get a copy of your own and enjoy it all you want … happy hugs! ⁓ Richard 🍃

[Richard 🍃]

Also, Dear Lia,
If you order a First Edition copy directly from me, I'll write a nice personal inscription inside for you, with my signature.

[Lia Columbus]

Thank you... Richard

[Richard 🍃]

You are so warmly welcome, Lia.

[Jinx Bane]

This book sounds like a wonder, just the title is a work of true symbolism. I would love to become more acquainted with your work and individual styles you may have. congratulations and good luck with future pieces :)

[Richard 🍃]

Hi, Lady Jinx 😏

What a lovely and gracious comment you've left here for my humble little book … I'm so very happy to receive your bright congratulations and good luck wish, you sincere, kindly spoken comments, and expressed love to venture forth into my humble efforts and various original forms/styles.

Order you a copy from my personal 1st Edition site (above) and I'll personalize it, scroll my fancy signature on it, and ship it to you free.

I love the thought of you having a copy of my work in your appreciative, knowing hands.
When yours comes out, I'll return the favor. ; )
Thank you muchly, Dear Lady Poet ⁓ Richard 🍃

[Jinx Bane]

Thank you for the kind offer I really must take this into consideration :)

[light and ashes]

Congratulations! I will be publishing a book of poetry soon! :)

[Richard 🍃]

Great news, Dear Allie ✍

I wish you the very best … if I can help you get it out there in any way, just let me know; I'd love to share whatever I've learned.
Meanwhile, order a copy of my humble little book … you may get some useful ideas, plus enjoy some of my many styles and forms.

Let e know when your book is released … I want a signed copy. : )
Warmest hugs 'n happy blessings! ⁓ Richard 🍃

[light and ashes]

Will do! You are so sweet! Thank you so much! :)

[Richard 🍃]

Happily!
You make it a lovely pleasure. : )

[light and ashes]

Thank you :)

[Richard 🍃]

You're welcome, Allie … it's my delight. 😏

[Patricia Wedel]

Richard... does your Book have Sonnets...
I will check at Barnes and Noble...
perhaps the perfect Christmas gift to myself
that could put a golden lining on my own
poetry. I am a Novice in the art and form of poetry. truly, Pat

[Richard 🍃]

How lovely of you, Pat,
To drop-in for a look-see of my excellent book.
Seems one of my purchasers commented that 35 out of the 145 poems are Sonnets … I hope that's sufficient for your interest.
What a wonderful idea to treat yourself to one of my first editions … I know you'll love every minute of it held in your hands, with its warm, thick suede-like feel.
There are many poems and forms to enjoy and learn from, and to add that golden lining in your own poetic repertoire.
I will be sincerely honored to know you will have your own edition of my book amongst the other fine volumes in your personal library.

Order yours directly from me and I will personalize it for you in my own hand, and ship it to you for free.

Bless you, Pat, with a most wonderful week … hugs! ⁓ Richard 🍃