Poetry by Steve Schappert: September 2009

TO BE PUBLISHED IN TWO BOOKS AND RECORDED ON CD COLLECTION

Dear Steve Schappert,
I am delighted to inform you that your poem "Mother and Son" has been awarded our prestigious Editor's Choice Award because it displays an original perspective and unique creativity -- judged to be the qualities found most in exceptional poetry. Congratulations on your achievement!

Every so often, as our Editors review the poems that have been presented our Editor's Choice Award, they personally select a few poems that they believe would have a wonderfully expressive quality if read by a professional reader. Your Editor has suggested that you become one of 33 poets whose artistry will be recorded professionally as a special part of a new CD poetry collection -- The Sound of Poetry.

I would like your permission to include your poem "Mother and Son" in this highly acclaimed and internationally distributed collection. The Sound of Poetry, released as a 33-track, three-album CD set (one track for each poet), features an inspiring introduction as a prelude to the selected artistry, as well as a brief commentary about each featured poem and poet. Captivating Baroque music forms the background to the spoken words. Your poem is also featured in a deluxe hardbound edition.

Again, congratulations, Steve. We feel you have a special talent and we believe your poem will add to the importance and appeal of this edition. Your contribution to Immortal Verses* is greatly appreciated.
Sincerely,
Howard ElyManaging Editor

Thursday, September 3, 2009

My Dad

My Dad

Kind
Caring
Intelligent
Precise
Supportive
Loving
Meticulous

Respectful and respected
The greatest man I have ever known
Always working hard for the greater good

My hero
An example for all
Where ever I go people remind me
what a great man my father is
I hope to be able to leave the same gift for my children

We are different yet we are the same
We approach things from different places
Yet our goal is the same
To do good
Help others
Leave the world a better place

Thank you for being my mentor
My Father
My Dad

Office of the PublisherPoetry DivisionLondon, U.K.
28 October 2008

Dear Steve,
As you may know, Noble House is one of the foremost publishers of fiction and nonfiction works by new and established authors today. Our international poetry division has had the honour of publishing thousands of poems over the past twelve years.
Recently, I had the pleasure of reading the poetry that you have had published in the United States. I congratulate you on this grand endeavour, and propose to you that your singular talent and vision deserves appropriate international recognition as well.
For this reason, I have posted this letter to request your permission to include one of your favourite poems in Favourite Memories - a new poetry edition that is being distributed worldwide by Noble House . . . a collection of poetry that is perhaps unlike any you have ever seen . . . one where each poem is featured on its own page, and one whose quality is reminiscent of the finest 19th century antique poetry books.
Hearken back, if you will, to the days of Emily Dickinson, Alfred Lord Tennyson, Elizabeth Barrett Browning, and William Wordsworth . . . the age of grand bookmaking. Poetry editions were some of the most highly prized volumes because of their intimate attention to detail - quality typography, fine ivory laid paper, and colourful, ornate covers. Steve, for this edition, we've returned to the traditional size, style, and quality of these classic 19th-century antique poetry books.
Scheduled for release in Spring 2009, Favourite Memories will surely become one of your most treasured keepsakes. Your publication in this edition will establish you as an international author and afford you the respect and admiration attendant to such an honour. The International Copyright notice for your poetic artistry will, of course, be in your name, assuring that you will retain worldwide rights to your work of art.
Best of all, should you decide to obtain a copy of the edition for your personal library, or as a wonderful personalised gift (you are, naturally, under no obligation to purchase a copy - notwithstanding the publication of your work in this edition), as you proudly turn its pages, you'll find it one of the best values on the book market today. At only £22.99 (U.S. $45.55) for a hardbound, 225-page edition printed in two colours on ivory laid vellum, with a finely crafted and highly detailed cover and a single poem to a page, this edition promises to exceed your expectations, and it will enjoy pride of place in your home. In fact, its quality is guaranteed. If for any reason you are dissatisfied, your money will be completely refunded in U.S. dollars with proper dispatch.

Steve, may we have permission to publish your work? Regardless of whether you purchase a copy or not, the international public deserves to see more of your artistic talent. You may Submit Your Poem and biographical information, and give us permission, all within the confines of the next page. And if you are inclined to order a copy of Favourite Memories, you may also do so at the same time.

Sincerely,
Nigel HillaryPublisher,
Poetry Division - Noble House U.K.

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