Michelle Ayon Navajas’ new book Afternoons That Tasted Like Love in Manila coming July 2026
Mark your calendars, everyone—July will usher in the newest book from prolific author/publisher/editor Michelle Ayon Navajas: Afternoons That Tasted Like Love in Manila. Michelle is an international best-selling author of poetry and prose, editor of several online literary magazines, and a tireless advocate for victims of domestic abuse and violence. A former educator, she now…
“Walking Tree,” a collaborative poem by Joni Caggiano and Mike Utley, published at Hotel by Masticadores
Hello, everyone. Recently, I collaborated with esteemed poet Joni Caggiano to create a piece of poetry, and this poem, “Walking Tree,” is now available at Hotel by Masticadores. A special thanks to editor Michelle Navajas for publishing this collaborative effort, and, of course, to Joni for asking me to work with her on this piece.…
“The Trunk” published at Manuela Timofte’s blog In A Love World
Hey, everybody. Just a note to let you know my poem “The Trunk” is now live at Manuela Timofte’s blog In A Love World. My sincere appreciation goes to Manuela for her generosity in sharing this poem. “The Trunk”(c) 2021 by Michael L. Utley There is a place for thingsThat don’t belong inOther placesThat sere and weatheredTrunk that…
“Bus Stop” published at LatinosUSA
Hello, folks. I’d like to let you know my poem “Bus Stop” is now available to read at LatinosUSA. Much gratitude goes to esteemed editor Michelle Navajas for sharing this poem with all of you. Sincerely appreciated, Michelle. “Bus Stop”© 2025 by Michael L. Utley she stood therestoic and stillas a river rock cairnat the crossroadsbus stopevery afternoonalonesave…
Nigel Byng’s debut poetry collection The Drifter The Prodigal The Last Son launches this weekend
This weekend marks the launch of The Drifter The Prodigal The Last Son, the debut poetry collection from Nigel Byng, an immensely talented writer and creator of the Helping You To Succeed blog. I’ve known Nigel for a while now, and a couple of things stand out to me: his relentless creative drive and his…
“Threads” published at Manuela Timofte’s blog In A Love World
Hi, folks. My poem “Threads” is now available for your perusal at Manuela Timofte’s blog In A Love World. Many thanks to Manuela for her kindness in sharing this poem with her readers. You can read my poem here (no teaser this time as it’s a very brief poem): Also, please consider following and subscribing to In A Love…
“From Tsukiko, While Watching the Moon” published at LatinosUSA
Hi, everyone. I’m pleased to announce my poem “From Tsukiko, While Watching the Moon” has been published at LatinosUSA. A sincere thanks to editor Michelle Navajas, who always goes above and beyond, for choosing to share this poem with her readers. It’s truly an honor, and I’m grateful for you kindness, Michelle. “From Tsukiko, While Watching the Moon”©…
“Forgotten” published at Manuela Timofte’s blog In a Love World
Hello, everyone. My poem “Forgotten” is now live at Manuela Timofte’s blog In A Love World. Thank you so much, Manuela, for sharing this poem. Truly appreciated. “Forgotten”© 2021 by Michael L. Utley Those who fade awayDust-covered and forgottenHushed in melancholy thought Those of us deniedPeering through the river reedsWatching joy drift out of reach Who will rememberThose…
“The Daisy Ring” published at LatinosUSA
Greetings, friends. Just a note to let you know my poem “The Daisy Ring” has been published at LatinosUSA. Editor Michelle Navajas does such a wonderful job of sharing various writers’ offerings with her readers and it’s always an honor to be published by her. I’m sincerely grateful, Michelle. “The Daisy Ring”© 2021 by Michael L. Utley “I…
My Poem “Wisdom” Featured in Nigel Byng’s Exploring Poetry Series
Hey, friends. The estimable and supremely talented Nigel Byng has graciously featured my poem “Wisdom” in his Exploring Poetry initiative on his blog Helping You To Succeed. This series explores the poetry of various authors as Nigel reads each piece and takes a deep-dive of analysis and interpretation to explore beyond the words. I am…
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