THE STORYTELLER

I can pull you into my world and spark you imagination! I am a storyteller.

 

 

 

 

 

I desire to pull you into my story; it's something I adore
I have a world of my own construction that I want you to explore
I created all the people, I gave everything reason to be alive
I massaged inner hatreds and passions; I make this world thrive
I chose to cause a calamity; it murdered someone that you loved
I gave emotion to you from nothing; I gave your compassion a little shove
Sometimes I introduce new villains, or decide to make a few saints
These characters provide endless drama as they cause your heart to sink
In this constructed world of wonder, tragedy can be sublime
You will be fixated on every word and whisper that flows out of my mind
I will play with your every emotion as my story proceeds along
At some point you will cover your ears and feel you can't go on
I want to tell you my story; it will take you through Heaven and Hell
Why? I am a storyteller, and it’s my imagination that I sell

© 2013 Eddie Phillips

Author's Note

Many of the poems I write are written from character. I approach many poems in the same way I approach screenwriting ore short stories. I create a character in my mind and allow the reader to connect with that character. If the poem or story is done right the reader comes away feeling connected and illuminated.

Reviews

[Great Aunt Astri]

'Tragedy can be sublime' Yes, in stories it has a very carthartic effect ..... sort of erradicates your own tragedy! Good poem, but I found your story teller a bit domineering. I would have prefered it if he wasn't the central key, but instead referred to a centre outside himself. I found him a bit too God-like! Perhaps I just found it a bit sinister, but it is a very well written poem.

[GODDESS]

Writen Very Well I Love It

[Joyce S. Greene]

Complemented by the perfect graphic, your poem tells a vivid story about the storyteller's craft. You poem flows well, Eddie, allowing your reader to drift through your thoughts with ease and pleasure. Very fine poetry!

[Lydia Shutter]

Great rhyming and story telling in this poem. Playing with emotions is a good way to keep the reader interested! Drama, romance, yup....it's all there. I liked this. lydi**

[Eva Rosehill]

I loved this poem, very beautifully worded.. I enjoyed it.

[Eddie Phillips]

Thank you very much. I wasn't sure the poem worked well but I like the idea of it. Thanks for reading it. Eddie

[Kirbyfactor]

That was perfect, really liked it.

[Eddie Phillips]

Thank you that is very kind of you. I didn't know if it worked. Thanks for reading. Eddie

[Relic's Bare Trees]

Nicely written with rhymes that flow along unobstructed. A great picture and an overall good poem to share.

[Eddie Phillips]

I was hoping it flowed well and it told a complete story. I am happy you enjoyed it. -Eddie

[Laminators Dubai]

Awesome story!
Im feeling sleepy ....Haha
that was brilliant Eddie.
Billion ways to imagine...and thats perfect.
Thanks for sharing the story of stories and storyteller ^^

[Eddie Phillips]

Aww thank you for reading and liking the poem glitch. Eddie