Spoken Word Poetry

Down below, onto the earthly land, a long dark haired middle-aged woman dressed in a red-hooded cape stands outside an old wooden loft with rusty shutters, observing the night sky above. Hidden behind her hood, is a face, that has been aged way too soon… Scars from life’s misfortunes written across her cheeks, For more poetry by Ariana, visit: http://arianarcherry.wordpress.com Still want even more poetry? Check out Poetry Essentials Hub at http://www.poetryessentialshub.com 

Listen to a poetry reading by poet, Ariana R Cherry, titled, "The Piano Magic." The poem was inspired by these following questions: Do you ever wonder what old buildings used to be like? Perhaps you wondered who inhabited them or what took place there? ... especially old opera houses or performance buildings.... Maybe - somewhere in another time, place or realm, the "MAGIC" still happens and they continue to play on...for eternity.  For more poetry by Ariana, check out: http://arianarcherry.wordpress.com Get your poetry essentials at: http://www.poetryessentialshub.com 

This is a #spokenword #poetry reading, titled, "Society's Chain," written and recited by #poet, Ariana R Cherry.  Today's world is in chaos and the chain that has united us all, seems to be breaking. #Love and #unity is on the verge of breaking down, and people seem to be at #war. Our society is hurting. It is not just sick with a virus, but it is sick with sadness and anger.  Listen to this short yet meaningful #spokenword #poem recited by Ariana. Perhaps it may bring some thought and light into our present darkness.  Read and listen to more poetry by Ariana by visiting: http://arianarcherry.wordpress.com 

If you are looking for calm, serenity or to "silence the mind," listen to this short spoken word poem.  If you like this podcast, be sure to check out my others. To read more of my poems or check out other books, visit: Looking for more poetry? Check out Poetry Essentials Hub at http://poetryessentialshub.com/

A poem written and inspired from the events of COVID19. We are one world and all in this together.

A poem inspired by the COVID19 virus... The uncertainty that humanity faces and a war with an invisible virus that nobody was prepared for...

A poem for Holy Week and Maundy Thursday... Listen to the words of Peter's Betrayal and the Last Supper...

My world with COVID 19 and a poem: The Dilemma: War on Sickness With COVID 19

For the longest time, she hid within the darkest part of the secret woods, awaiting to make her big appearance. Years ago, she escaped there, to get away from the noisy obscurities of the world. Too much reality had poisoned her sacred innocent soul.... Looking for more poetry?  Check out Poetry Essentials Hub at http://poetryessentialshub.com/

Enjoy this song written and played by poet, Ariana R Cherry. She has been tinkering around with writing her own music. This song was played on a baby grand piano.

For now, I shall languish among the floating pale clouds, as my creative spark wanders, finding its way through the feeble dark… Read poet, Ariana's blog or browse her books at http://arianarcherry.wordpress.com

The burning question that lies within, deep into our hopeful wistful hearts, the statement that wanders so freely throughout our inquiring mind… An awaiting mystery we attempt to solve so many times … again and again…

Complete irrational hyper-mania... Imagination can deliver fictional stories.... Just how is insanity actually created ? Is it an art... Or just an ill mind?

There are times we want everything to be "just right," ... even perfect. And some of those times include the holidays... At Christmas time, we feel if everything turns out perfect, then it will be the perfect holiday. But we can get lost in trying to make it perfect, and forget the real reason and meaning behind the celebration of Christmas.

"I stand alone in the middle of the empty aisle, waiting to hear a voice, for a gesture, or a healing touch… The air is cold in the dim-lighted sanctuary....  Where did everyone go?" Like us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/SpokenWordPoetryPodcast/

I just wanted to thank all of those who have listened to my podcast in 2019! It means a lot and I can't wait to bring you more poetry in 2020.

As one looks through the looking glass, they see a world that seems familiar and safe, Perhaps a reality that hasn't been touched. But what we see through that glass, really isn't the truth we see and know...

If you enjoy original written poetry, spoken word, some poetry telling and even a bit of performance art, then you just might enjoy "Spoken Word Poetry Podcast Trailer." Not only are we reaching people in the United States, but this podcast is reaching across to the U.K, Canada and other countries. Tune in and find out, what this Spoken Word Poetry Podcast is all about.  

"In the midst of a still moonlit evening, I find myself apprehensive of a timeless clock that keeps on ticking." Every now and then, there can be a time of feeling melancholy...Especially when the coldness of winter sets in, or when the days seem full of night, instead of warm welcoming sunlight.... Perhaps you can identify - on those days- when you have felt a bit melancholy yourself. 

Hidden away in our homes deep into the cold winter... We may find solitude, but at times, you might also grow lonely, tucked away from the winter chill.

If you enjoy performance art, poetry and original written and spoken word, then you just might like Spoken Word Poetry.

Even though our days may be "nigh" or some people may seem "crazy in they head over dread," do not lose faith in a dreary world...

Upon the pondering of her pen, a young girl took upon a mission of travel and found herself lost in a deeply wooden forest...

Don't let the fears in your mind take control or bring you dread. Feel the love within your heart, leading you to the light.

A collection of spoken word poetry readings to get you into the spirit for Halloween. Listen to tales about zombies, our mortality and how even the wind, can bring chills to your bones! Tune in to some spooky poetic tales and verses... and enjoy the short Halloween tunes in between.

What happens when a fight gets out of hand between a couple... And all love has become lost? We don't always know what happens behind closed doors.

In her dreams, she saw beyond the flames... Within them, lurked a shadow... Was her dreams trying to tell her something ?

A spooky spoken word poem about zombies... Listen in to liven up your Halloween season or to just be spooked in the dark!

Sometimes the things we fear the most can be the ones we can't see... When walking alone, do your thoughts ever run away from you? Perhaps, it could be the wind telling you secrets. Who knew the wind could be so frightening?

Poet Ariana R Cherry wrote a short pyschological thriller/horror story titled "Only If." It is about a man blamed for the murder of his wife ... It was inspired from Edgar Allen Poe's tale, "The Tell-Tale Heart." This story won a readers favorite award as well... Every chapter is a "Canto" like Dante's Inferno... This story is part one of a four part series ...

Life is something we all journey through - no matter who we are or where we come from... Each of us have a purpose and a lesson to learn.

There was once darkness, and you delivered pain to my door, but now, it is no more. I'm taking my life back !

Listen to poet, Ariana R Cherry read her original poem, "Finding My Way." Sometimes through exhaustion when our souls are tired, we float through the clouds, trying to find our way.

We are all unique souls on an individual journey. God created us in his own image yet he gave each and every one of us unique traits and gifts...We are who we are meant to be and we are all souls...

...in the hazy smoke, she saw all that she was, and all that she could be. What do you see in the hazy smoke of a dream?

What happens when a young girl who has seemed to lost her memory, finds out who she is - after seeing a peculiar headstone?  Listen to this poem, "Not Forgotten," written and recited by poet, Ariana R Cherry. Follow her podcast on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/SpokenWordPoetryPodcast/

Have you ever wanted to be or felt like a rebel? Do you live on the edge? Rebels are only flying to be free...

Listen to Mindless Puddles, which was written after seeing a certain movie in 1999. Tune in to find out which one!

Have you ever been told not to grow up to be like somebody else? Have someone told you that your dreams were crazy? If so, perhaps you may identify with, "The Circus."

The poem, "No Name" is from author, Ariana R Cherry's presentation, "A Normal Kind of Love," which is about domestic abuse. She has given the presentation in her home area to those who may be struggling with it or know someone who is. You can also find "A Normal Kind of Love- the Chapbook'" on Amazon.

Listen to the poem, " A Normal Kind of Love," from poet Ariana R Cherry's production titled, "A Normal Kind of Love," which is based on domestic abuse.  Learn about her presentation by visiting:  https://arianarcherry.wordpress.com/a-normal-kind-of-love-program/ Like "Spoken Word Poetry Podcast" on Facebook by visiting:  https://www.facebook.com/SpokenWordPoetryPodcast/ 

Poet Ariana R Cherry shows off some of her piano skills as she shakes up the classic known piano song, "Fur Elise," and transforms it into a more modern jazz style. Tune in and see if you like her spin on the song...  Follow this podcast on Facebook by visiting:  https://www.facebook.com/SpokenWordPoetryPodcast/ 

The poem, "No Name," is from the original presentation/production, "A Normal Kind of Love," written and produced by author/poet Ariana R Cherry. "A Normal Kind of Love," is a true story about domestic abuse told through poetry, prose and music.  Visit  https://arianarcherry.wordpress.com/a-normal-kind-of-love-program/ for more information.  Purchase the poetry from "A Normal Kind of Love" on Amazon at:   https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07NDW6HRV/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_TScCCb2CART69 

Why is it important to share our stories? Exactly where do they come from? As a writer, or even - just as a person - it is important to share our stories. Listen to author, Ariana R Cherry's opinion on sharing stories and also get a chance to listen to a couple poetry readings as well. 

We as humans are often afraid to think of our own mortality...or how much time we have in our lives. What are some of our fears about mortality? Listen to this poem about mortality, read by poet, Ariana R Cherry. Read along with the poem on her website at:  https://arianarcherry.wordpress.com/2016/12/27/dark-poetry-secrets-of-mortality/ 

Listen to "King of Pain," which is a poem about domestic abuse from the program titled, "A Normal Kind of Love," written by Ariana R Cherry. This poem depicts an individual who is living in a so-called "Kingdom" that is filled with pain where one may feel trapped or "imprisoned." For more information about the poem or "A Normal Kind of Love," visit:  https://arianarcherry.wordpress.com/a-normal-kind-of-love-program/

 Tune into some romantic poetry of love, a bond carrying through the stars within such an infinite universe...  Read by poet, Ariana R Cherry.  To You, Dearest Love __________________________ My dearest love, oh thou, my heart has ached for you a million years. Sitting under a bright kindred moonlight, my thoughts fall back to your tender touch. I lay here, counting every single twinkling star up in the clear night sky, bathing in amorous memories that I wear upon thy sleeve.

Have you ever felt like an outcast?  There are those of us that feel "different" compared with others- those of us that walk to a different beat of the drum.... "I’d rather not say that I am insane, My mind will not comprehend such a thing, Nor would appreciate you to suggest so… But it is absolute pain that erases the numbness.. Not a smile, laugh, frown, sadness… Or your hand upon my knee… It is blunt pain, that paints such a villainous smirk on me." Check out the video of this poetry reading on Youtube at: https://youtu.be/ap4NdV8POwI Read the "Outcast" on Wordpress at:  https://arianarcherry.wordpress.com/2017/02/03/dark-poetrythe-outcast/  Thank you for listening! 

 Awhile back, I spoke of a disturbing dream I had about an infected zombie race…No, I didn’t watch any scary movies, watch The Walking Dead or read any scary books….The dream felt quite real and I could experience sight, smell and sounds…..yet again, I have a pretty good imagination……I was told I should write about this dream…as it stayed with me for a couple days. And so, the poem, "Life After the Zombie Apocalypse was born." Check out the video on YouTube at:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CTxICJafM1I&t=2s  Read poetry and find out more about Ariana R Cherry at: http://arianarcherry.wordpress.com

 A poetry reading by author, Ariana R Cherry. After midnight when our world would become two, and the cumulus clouds had become still, she danced adagio under the cool frost of the moonlight with a pale expressionless frown, under the pale dim light....   Read "Adagio Under a Crescent Moon: https://arianarcherry.wordpress.com/2...   Watch the video on Youtube at:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ftf6mHAD9DY  Follow Ariana's blog at: https://arianarcherry.wordpress.com/b...   Purchase books by Ariana at Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Ariana-Cherry/...