A BIRD IN YOUR MOUTH
I am a bird in your mouth,
neither dead nor alive,
your teeth in my flesh—
both the pain and the pleasure,
for something that is
almost, but not quite,
your kiss of my death.
written by
Dolores de Alma Blanca
Introducing A Bird in My Mouth, the captivating new poetry collection by Dolores de Alma Blanca. Immerse yourself in the opening poem, A Bird in Your Mouth, a mesmerizing exploration of life, death, and the delicate interplay between pleasure and pain.
Published exclusively on OCR, these evocative poems are a prelude to the forthcoming book. Experience the poetic journey as it unfolds, with each piece becoming instantly accessible on this website and shared across social media platforms.
Join us in savoring the nuanced emotions and profound reflections woven into every verse. Dive into the world of A Bird in My Mouth and let the poetic symphony resonate with your soul. Stay tuned for the complete collection, an exquisite tapestry of words waiting to be unveiled.
Poems & Images
CITATION
CHICAGO MANUAL OF STYLE
Lanfranco Aceti, The Poems of the Poet Laureate (London, New York, and Rome: OCR/Passero Productions, 2024).
ACKNOWLEDGMENTS
With Gratitude
I extend my gratitude to Professor Lanfranco Aceti for the inordinate amount of effort he put in the editing of this book.
