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#Spotlight “My Maine: Haiku Through the Seasons” by Bette A. Stevens

08 12 19

Nesie, thanks so much for shining your Spotlight on MY MAINE! ~Bette A. Stevens https://www.4writersandreaders.com

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Inspired by The Pine Tree State—Maine’s diverse landscape, natural beauty, rural communities, and independent people—the author’s 150 haiku poems, along with her photographs, reflect the Maine she knows and loves. Bette A. Stevens’s imagery draws the reader into her world of wonder and delight. My Maine takes readers on a poetic journey through Maine’s four seasons. Whether you’re a native Mainer or from away, Stevens’s short story poems and photographs will resonate.

The collection opens with a haiku tribute, “Maine Pines and People.” The journey continues with the rejuvenating spirit of “Spring Awakenings” and “Summer Songs”; then on to more of the magic and majesty of the places and people of Maine in “Autumn Leaves” and “Winter Tales.” This is a poetry collection to be slowly savored, made even more delectable with the author’s original drawings and photographs. In addition to its poems and photographs, My Maine includes state…

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  1. lisa thomson-author and divorce resource said:
    09/13/2019 at 10:45 am

    Congratulations, Bette. Your book of poetry sounds wonderful and how lovely to get a review like this one! Cheers. I will be checking it out on GoodReads.

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  2. Pam Lazos said:
    09/12/2019 at 6:32 am

    I’ve been to Maine twice now and am enamored with all the wide open spaces. ❤️ A delightful place and a wonderful topic for haikus!

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  3. macjam47 said:
    08/17/2019 at 2:09 pm

    Congratulations, Bette. I have MY MAINE on my desk and can’t wait to read it.

    Liked by 2 people

  4. In the #Spotlight at Nesie’s Place ~ “My Maine: Haiku Through the Seasons” by Bette A. Stevens | Sue Vincent's Daily Echo said:
    08/17/2019 at 12:00 pm

    […] author’s 150 haiku poems, along with her photographs, reflect the Maine she knows and loves. Bette A. Stevens’s imagery draws the reader into her world of wonder and delight. My Maine takes readers on a […]

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  5. Jacqui Murray said:
    08/17/2019 at 10:24 am

    I love the collection of haikus and photos, Bette. I’m looking forward to it.

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  6. D. Wallace Peach said:
    08/17/2019 at 10:01 am

    Well-deserved, Bette. I loved this read. It brought back so many memories of my childhood visits to Maine. 🙂

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  7. DutchIl said:
    08/16/2019 at 8:28 am

    Haven’t had an opportunity to read your book yet but looking forward to reading a part of your life in poetry!!… 🙂

    Until we meet again…
    May the dreams you hold dearest
    Be those which come true
    May the kindness you spread
    Keep returning to you
    (Irish Saying)

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  8. Tea With Jennifer said:
    08/14/2019 at 11:47 pm

    Great to see Bette! ♥
    Bless you,
    Jennifer

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  9. Kymber said:
    08/14/2019 at 9:18 am

    Congratulations! This is lovely.

    Liked by 2 people

  10. inhiscare753 said:
    08/13/2019 at 9:27 pm

    Congratulations Blessings Bette. Beautifully written.

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  11. Solitaire said:
    08/13/2019 at 5:15 pm

    Congratulations Bette!

    Liked by 2 people

  12. FreeSpirit said:
    08/13/2019 at 4:43 pm

    Congratulations, it takes a lot for such an achievement.

    Liked by 2 people

  13. balroop2013 said:
    08/13/2019 at 12:05 pm

    Congratulations Bette, beautiful words – well deserved! Just recovering from my new release! I am soon going to stroll into Maine and savor your haiku. 🙂

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  14. Jan Sikes said:
    08/13/2019 at 11:14 am

    Congratulations, Bette!! Maine should make you an official spokesperson for the state!

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  15. harmonykentonline said:
    08/13/2019 at 3:47 am

    Fantastic, Bette. I have your poetry on my ereader waiting for me to dip into it. I really must bump it up my list, lol. Congratulations on this recognition 🙂

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  16. smilecalm said:
    08/13/2019 at 12:40 am

    well deserved
    recognition 🙂

    Liked by 2 people

  17. Jill Weatherholt said:
    08/12/2019 at 4:26 pm

    Loved it! ❤

    Liked by 3 people

  18. Teagan R. Geneviene said:
    08/12/2019 at 4:03 pm

    Kudos, Bette. I love your beautiful words. Hugs.

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