Word Paintings
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Word Paintings
Books
"Poems for all Seasons", a NEW COLLECTION of Word Paintings poetry, is now available from Amazon in paperback.
https://www.amazon.com/Poems-all-Seasons-Jon-Trovato/dp/B0DY66YQG2?ref
A quiet, poetic meditation on nature’s rhythms.
THE ESSENCE
The colors in nature whether we are in the
presence of all of them all at once or just a
few will reveal the essence of beauty that
glorifies every season and intensifies our
experiencing them as well as amplifies the
satisfaction we derive from living with them
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The Online Book Club
Trovato immerses readers in the shifting landscapes of winter, spring, summer, and fall in this book of short poems.
Unfolding in hushed reverence, Winter’s “pure white radiance” brightens the barren world.
During Spring “flower petal blizzards” and “newly bloomed flowers” communicate with the stars.
Summer is all about “fireflies on a summer night… a Van Gogh lightshow.” In Autumn, leaves are “typically intent on/ flaring and flaunting/ their colors both on or/ off the ground for as/ long as they can.”
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Trovato uses vivid imagery, and his language is simple yet deeply resonant. The distinctive, stacked-line format style, gives the poems a meditative, almost incantatory rhythm, as in “At Peace,” where a solitary figure walks through the woods and embraces the vastness of the night.
The poems distill moments of stillness and motion, acting as snapshots: “pixel/ by pixel/ they paint/ the open spaces/ of each day,” Trovato writes, exploring how nature itself is engaged in the act of creation.
Despite its uniform structure, there’s an undeniable sincerity to Trovato’s work. Fans of Mary Oliver and Robert Frost will appreciate Trovato’s quiet reverence for the natural world.
This is a gentle, reflective collection that invites readers to pause, breathe, and take in the poetry unfolding around us every day.
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"A Childhood", a collection of Word Paintings poetry, is now available from Amazon in paperback.
https://www.amazon.com/Childhood-Poems-Jon-Trovato/dp/B0D4YD86J5/ref
Poems inspired by lingering childhood memories.
THE BEGINNING
There is a child in us
the beginning of who
we are encouraging
each of us to factor
joy into the choices
we make in order to
live out our lives fully
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The Online Book Club
Jonn Trovato’s “A Childhood” is a poignant collection that artfully blends poetry and drama to offer readers a profound exploration of the multifaceted experiences of youth. Professionally edited and skillfully crafted, this book invites readers into a world where innocence intertwines with introspection, and where the emotional landscapes of childhood are vividly portrayed through Trovato’s evocative language and narrative versatility.
At its core, “A Childhood” celebrates the essence of growing up. Trovato masterfully navigates themes ranging from the pure wonder of discovery to the complexities of familial relationships and the challenges of personal growth. Through his poetic prowess, he paints scenes that resonate deeply, capturing the reader’s imagination with rich imagery and heartfelt reflections.
The collection opens with a series of poems that evoke the innocence and curiosity of childhood. Trovato’s use of lyrical language transports readers to moments of youthful exploration, where every experience, from the first encounter with nature to the discovery of personal identity, is imbued with a sense of wonder and possibility. These poems serve not only to entertain but also to provoke introspection, inviting readers to reminisce about their own early years and the magic of seeing the world through untainted eyes.
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The Prairies Book Review
A beautiful collection that evokes nostalgia and empathy while capturing both the joys and challenges of growing up…
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Trovato masterfully captures the essence of youth with heartfelt sincerity in his latest collection of short poems. Divided into four sections, the book takes readers on a nostalgic journey through childhood.
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"The Shape of Darkness The Shadow of Death", a collection of Word Paintings poetry, is available from Amazon in paperback.
​https://www.amazon.com/Shape-Darkness-Shadow-Death-Poems/dp/B0CK3Q8MNC/ref
Poems based on first-hand experiences, lasting memories and present day concerns.
IMPOSSIBLE
There was darkness
all around me in the
middle of the day with
light just ahead in the
midst of a forest that
could have been taken
from my childhood just
waiting to be explored
but trying to do so was
as impossible as what
I was then witnessing
given the place and the
unnatural peacefulness
along with the pain
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Oneline Book Club Review
The Shape of Darkness The Shadow of Death: Poems is a poetry collection written by Jon Trovato. The book is divided into four sections: Damages, Diminishings, Determinations, and Destinies. The poems in each section have certain underlying themes, but overall they are a reflection of the author's experiences and opinions on war, leadership failures and the consequent risk of its institutions' collapse, and other personal and societal issues.
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Exquisitely lyrical and tender… A striking collection.
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Trovato’s latest is a collection of poems driven by his own experiences, enduring memories, and present-day concerns.
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Divided into four sections, these sharp poems combine melancholic pain, sensitivity, and resilience.
"Loving", a book of Word Paintings love poetry, is available from Amazon in paperback.
​https://www.amazon.com/Loving-Memoir-Jon-Trovato/dp/B0971STT9B/
Poetic interpretations of Loving Relationships
INTERTWINED
Her smiles
along with
her sounds
remain with me
as do her
kindnesses
willing kisses
and guileless
spellbinding serenity
they intertwined
our lives
for a time
entangled us
in a love
that had
the feel
of eternity
and the
duration
of a
setting sun
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The Prairies Book Review
​A Passionate Meditation on Love and Relationships…
Trovato delivers a moving ode to a lover’s memory in his reflective latest. Divided into four parts, the collection delves into the essence of loving relationships.
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Devotion and enduring love are rendered in their full complexity in “An Apparition.” “Truly Tranquil” vibrates with the admiration that comes with being desperately in love with someone.
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In the collection, one notices the faithful devotion of a star-crossed lover: “Her perfections were/ legion each of them/ treasures to behold/ whether gifts of birth/ or self-earned through/ discipline or determination.”
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"Wonder", a book of Word Paintings poetry, is available from Amazon in paperback.
Poetic interpretations of the Cosmos
SEA OF STARS
What plays host to our cosmos
to the infinity we observe
tolerates its expansion
shoulders its growth
is it a one of a kind
sea of stars or do
others exist alongside
and around this fabric
of space and time that
can shed new light on
where they and we
come from and will end
a region beyond
mathematical measure
a realm outside
our comprehension
the origin of everything
the playground
of the gods
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OnlineBookClub.com
Are you a science lover? Do you love reading about cosmos, the universe, sky, stars, etc.? If yes, then you should read Wonder: In the Presence of Infinity by Jon Trovato, as you would love it. If no, then you must read this book, as it would change your perception and make you fall in love with the science of the universe.
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The Prairies Book Review
An unusual and serious meditation on existence.
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Goodreads
A fascinating read.
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"The Firefly Collection", a book of Word Paintings love poetry, is available from Amazon in both paperback and ebook formats.
​https://www.amazon.com/Firefly-Collection-Lights-Not-Dimmed/
Poetic interpretations of Love
FULLY ENTRANCED
Suddenly and gracefully
you seated yourself
barely an arm’s length
from me
at the entrance
to a woodland
familiar to both of us
on a night with neither
moon nor stars
when out of the darkness
a strand of tiny suns
appeared
as if summoned
from a distant sky
each of them as fully
entranced with your glow
as you were with theirs
signaling they and you
had met this way often
and would do so
again
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The Prairies Book Review
A Beautiful Collection!
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Good Reads
There is a tenderness in Trovato's poetry tht goes straight to the heart.
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