The Atrium

The Rubais of Rumi
Translations and commentary by Nevit O. Ergin and Will Johnson

I haven't read much Rumi, but it's always in the back of my mind that I might. I think I'll start with this volume, which is a full of "rubais," which are described in the introduction of the book as being, "...considered a Persian form of Japanese haiku: short and pithy aphorisms and observations about life."

Available now: NEW 891.5511 J216ru

The Voyage That Never Ends: Fictions, Poems, Fragments, Letters
by Malcolm Lowry

Published in 2007 - the 50 year anniversary of Malcolm Lowry's death. This book compiles a wide variety of writings, including some lesser known pieces.

Available now: NEW 818.54 L955v

Words in Your Face
by Cristin O'Keefe Aptowicz

The title alone is enough to make me want to check this one out. According to the back cover the book is, “The first definitive history,” of slam poetry and includes input from the likes of Saul Williams, Maggie Estep, and Bob Holman among others. This book covers the beginnings in the Nuyorican Poets Cafe and works its way to the present day.

Available now: NEW 811.5409 Ap86w

The Making of a Story
by Alice LaPlante

Do you want to work on your creative writing skills, but don't feel like taking a class? This book is for you. The cover describes this book as being, “fresh and inspiring,” as well as “accessible.”

Available now: NEW 808.042 L316m

The Lost Saranac Interviews: Forgotten Conversations With Famous Writers
by Connie and Joe David Bellamy

These conversations with respected writers including Joyce Carol Oates, E.L. Doctorow and Margaret Atwood, available for the first time, will take you back to the 1970's writing haven in upstate New York.

Available now: NEW 810.9005 B414L