Haiku My Heart: Cotton Candy

linked to Recuerda Mi Corazon.)

Cotton Candy

rippling clouds

a tasty of cotton candy

on her lips

Celestine Nudanu – 04/12/2020

Stardust Haiku – Issue 47 – November, 2020

Haiku My Heart: New Life

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Cherita, Christ, Christianity, Ghana, Jesus Christ, nautre, New LIfe

New Life in Christ

there’s so much to say

words fail me
this wondrous gift

a chance to breathe
undeserved
new life

© Celestine Nudanu
24/08/18

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Review: Seduced Hearts by Stella Eromonsere-Ajanaku

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Africa, Forgiveness, Ghana, love, marriage, Nigeria, Relationships, romance, Seduced Hearts, Stella Eromonsere-Ajanaku

Title: Seduced Hearts
Author: Stella Eromonsere-Ajanaku
Format: Kindle
Genre: Romance
Publisher: Stella Eromonsere-Ajanaku
Pages: 202
Publication Date: November 2015

Reason for reading: Verified Purchase. (love a good romance)

Blurb

Is a lovely marriage enough?

Ghanaian designer, Efua Flonta has a marriage and a life many women dream of. Her heart lies with her racy husband, Xavier and two young children. Her marriage vows are sacred until she meets a man who threaten everything she holds dear.

Sexy formula one racing champion, Xavier Flonta wants nothing more than to please his beautiful wife and children. When an old friend stops over, he does not bargain for one weekend of trouble. Will Efua and Xavier pull together to save their marriage in time for Christmas or will the hurt be too painful?

My Thoughts

Marriage can be a beautiful experience or journey if all the cards are played right and the partners involved love each other genuinely. For Efua and Xavier Flonta, everything is perfect, or so it seems. They both have damaging secrets that even their steamy nights and days cannot overshadow.

I read this book overnight. Fast paced just like the formula one driving Xavier, full speed and when I finished I knew I had really landed with a whoosh. 🙂

Stella has written a romance that makes one question the validity of one’s marriage vows especially in the face of such agonising and explosive revelations by the parties. But in the end, forgiveness becomes vital to keep the marriage together.

What is striking about Seduced Hearts is the strong extended family links. In Ghana, we say when you marry a person, you marry the whole family; Xavier and Efua have strong links to their extended families and the two entities are pivotal in the reconciliation, though in the end, Xavier and Efua have to fight their own demons, come to terms with their flaws and ultimately decide to let love prevail. Yes, as I mention flaw, let me add that both characters are nicely flawed and that make them human. Did I love the characters?  Hmm, Xavier is my man, and when you read the book you will know why. 🙂

I give Seduced Hearts five ‘heart-shaped’ stars and highly recommend it to all lovers of romance and those who are interested in knowing about Ghana

AUTHOR BIO

Stella Eromonsere-Ajanaku is a fun-loving mother of two teenagers, married to her gorgeous husband and best friend who indulges her romantic habits. Writing contemporary and historical romance novels is an exciting adventure for her. Out of curiosity and belief that love conquers all, she has written several Interracial & Multicultural Romance Novels.

In 2010, Stella created Flirty & Feisty Romance Novels, a collection of toe-curling, intriguing, and skin-tingling romance with compelling characters who have heart and soul and jump off the pages of the book. All her stories are dotted with twists and turns and are set in fascinating Africa, enticing Europe & enchanting America.

To experience and enjoy an intense emotional ride, pick up a copy of any of her novels: Loitering Shadows, Beyond the Lady, The Gardener’s Ice Maiden, Sparkling Dawn, Husband to Rent, Stolen Valentine Kiss (Holiday Series #1), Kiss My Lips (Holiday Series #2), Forbidden Dance, Stolen Valentine Kiss & Kiss My Lips (Holiday Series 2~ Books ~ in ~ 1), Tempting Desire, Seduced Hearts, Red Velvet Rose and Wild Whispers. Stella’s first historical/suspense/mystery romance, Royal Cowries (Cowries Series #1) will give you an insight into a different Africa.

A luxury home by the seaside is on Stella’s wish list. In her spare time, she loves to swim on her back like a starfish, watch TV, go to the movies with her family and read romance novels.

 

 

 

Whispers of Dawn (A Book of Cherita) – Now on Amazon

From a satisfied customer and dear friend in the USA, Gloria Johnsn Appleton. Thank you Gloria. 🙂

‘In reading Whispers of Dawn one can see the words come alive page after page and you feel the depth and embrace the meaning. Our Poet has done it again much kudos or a million snaps. Love, loving your work.‘

And I am so happy to inform you all that my second poetry collection, Whispers of Dawn, (A Book of Cherita) is now available in Paperback on Amazon for your purchasing pleasure. 🙂

Please pick one and honour me with an honest review. Thank you so much. 🙂

Purchasing Links for Whispers of Dawn (A Book of Cherita)

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Micropoetry Month: Nov 2017: #8

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Death, Kimberly Wilhelmina Floria, Tribute

Join the party at Rajani’s with your own micro poem in the comments section or using Mister Linky. There are no rules – whatever the muse whispers!

This morning I heard sad news that my dear friend and fellow blogger, Kimberley Floria has passed on to glory. Kimmy was such a lovely person, full of life and love for humanity. She was such a brilliant poet, who wrote with a beautiful passion full of candour. She bravely fought lupus for over eight years and her humour and upbeat attitude was both endearing and an inspiration.; Kimmy darling, rest well in the bosom of your maker. I will miss you my dear, but I know that the good Lord has called you to rest from your toils. May the angels sing Hallelujah even as they receive your precious soul in eternity. Adieu, Kimmy darling.

Thirteen Ways of Looking in the Mirror – For Kimmy

(1)

a little butterfly

seeking her own space

my twin

(2)

the waltz of a falling leaf

is but a languid drop to earth

even the winds fall in tandem

with its rhythm

haste not in departing

slowly let your breath

extinguish in me

(3)

your silence

is the only one I know
for I have seen silence

even in whispers
from the grace
at dawn

(4)

3-5-3-3-7-5 – A Shadorma 

reading you

I read me in you

we are words

echoing

fresh emptiness of the soul

life is but vapour

(5) 

the gentle nudge

I felt at dawn

was not hubby waking me

to a mad moment of love

but it was you

a breeze really

perfume breathless

you envelope me

in a farewell dance of death

so, dance on Kimmy

(6)

5-7 5-7 5-7 5-7-7 – A Choka

you mirror this pain

as if on your wedding night

breathless abandon

you approach this agony

in throes of rapture

and when the darkness descends

never to depart

your face mirrors the sublime

when the earth becomes your dust

(7)

noonday heat

a butterfly

rests in my shadow

(8)

graveside lilies

the little girl inhales

her father’s memory

 (9)

they say

the colour of death
is grey

but in dying
you exhale
only clouds of silver

 (10)

mirror on the wall

do I look like mother

the dimple in her cheek

mocks me

 (11)

and still I rise

poised thousand times

on the scepter of death

(12)

oh teach me to number my days

for my ways are not your ways

for to me to live is joy

and to die is gain

we are but twins

littered in one day

but where is your victory

oh death

where is your sting

I live on in you

(13)

and still I rise

on the wings of faith

my victory total

even in death

 

© Celestine Nudanu

08/11/17

 

Links for Haiku Rhapsodies:

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Life – A Cherita

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anchor, Cherita, Ghana, Life, ship

The Cherita was created by al li.

credits: http://www.thecherita.com/

Life

stretch your hands and grasp mine

life slips by
a passing ship with no anchor 

that is my life
perhaps, your touch
will stable me

© Celestine Nudanu

15/08/17

 

Links for Haiku Rhapsodies:

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THE FIRST GHANAIAN TO PUBLISH A BOOK OF HAIKU – INTERVIEW WITH CELESTINE NUDANU

My friend Nana at https://girdblog.com/ interviewed me. Read all about it and get to know the real Celestine and the story behind Haiku Rhapsodies.

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“One of haiku’s main appeals is that it focuses on nature or aspects of it. Haiku, in its brevity, captures those special moments in time when all our senses are awakened to the wonders and beauty of nature”
– Celestine Nudanu, Writer

Celestine Nudanu

Celestine Nudanu is a Ghanaian writer, a romantic at heart and a book reviewer. Girdblog had a chat with her about her writing life and her debut collection of poetry, Haiku Rhapsodies. We are delighted to share some of Celestine’s insights with you.

Girdblog: Who is Celestine Nudanu?

Celestine: Thank you. A simple question yet very loaded. Who am I? Celestine Nudanu is a middle aged woman who refuses to think like one. “I am a romantic at heart, and love a good romance story, though I shy away from erotica. Almost all my poems focus on love, or aspects of it…

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Thursday Tanka: Laughter

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Autumn, happiness, laughter, Nature, summer, Sunflower

Done for Gilly and a A Prompt Each Day. Prompt 67. Inspired by the following words and photo:

Laughter

streaming from the clouds

yellow suns of happiness

dizzying with grace

fading echoes of summer

teasing the scent of Autumn

Copyright © Celestine Nudanu

06/08/15

Author Interview: Deadly Odds by Allen Wyler

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Allen Wyler, author interview, cyber thriller, sci-fi, thriller suspense

Hi wonderful folks, today I’m honoured to have on this blog, my guest, Allen Wyler, a renowned suspense, sci-fi/cyber thriller writer. Please read the interview below to get a feel of him and his works. 🙂

Book Title: Deadly Odds

Author: Allen Wyler

Publisher: Astor + Blue Editions

Date of Publication: September 2014

Genre: Thriller / Suspense / Cyber-Thriller

Pages: 284

 

 

 

Q: How did you come up with the idea of the story?
A: The first novel I ever wrote was based on this story’s kernel: a geek who develops a strategy to successful gamble draws unwanted attention to himself. But that novel turned out to be a disaster and was rejected by every agent I queried. However, the idea of being able to beat the odds remained intriguing yet elusive. Then one day I read about Nate Silver and his uncannily ability to accurately predict various phenomenon based on statistics. After all, this was what the 2011 Brad Pitt movie Moneyball was based on. Once I read about Silver, I knew the plot was much more believable.

Q: What influenced you to create a computer hacker protagonist than the usual medical professional?
A: There are several reasons. First, I don’t like being pigeonholed into the sub-genre of “medical thriller.” In addition, it’s unbelievable to believe that a healthcare professional would have the computer expertise—or time—to pull off something like Arnold Gold does. More importantly, in doing my research for this story, I became fascinated with the Darknet and Internet security. I really wanted a way to weave this interesting information into a compelling story. So… a likeable computer hacker seemed to be a much more interesting character to develop than another neurosurgeon’s. I love Arnold Gold’s character and am really glad I settled on him.

Q: Why Vegas? Have you always wanted to write a book with Sin City as the setting?
A: When first developing the story I didn’t have any city in mind other than I knew Arnold lived in Seattle. (I love the city as a backdrop to stories.) I also knew Arnold wanted to get laid but was so uneasy about seeing an “escort” for this purpose, that it made sense for him to go someplace far from home where he’d be unlikely to run into anyone he knew. Given the reputation of Sin City, it just felt right to send him there.

Q: Do you plan on writing more thriller books outside of the medical thriller genre?
A: You bet. I like exploring topics dealing with computers and the Internet. I’m especially intrigued with hacking and the Darknet. My next book, Cutter’s Trial, however, is not a thriller and lands me right back in the medical arena because it explores the issue of physician assisted suicide. Having been involved in a couple of start-up companies, I’m also toying with using that subject as a basis for a book, but I have nothing in development along these lines at the present time. We’ll see what happens.

Q: Would you ever consider a sequel to this book?
A: Glad you asked the question. Both Arnold Gold and Palmer Davidson are such wonderfully rich characters that Robert Astle (my agent) and I agree they are well-suited for a sequel. At the moment I’m busy writing Deadly Odds 2.0.

Q: Do you think this book could be a movie? Who could you picture playing Arnold?
A: Of all my prior thrillers, I think this one has the most cinematic potential. I’m lousy at casting, so if it were ever made into a movie (my wildest dream), I’d leave that choice to the producers.

Synopsis

Twenty-three year old Arnold Gold is a Seattle-based odds-maker and local computer genius. Described as a “part-time hacker and full-time virgin” by his friends, the awkward young shut-in flies to Vegas to try to get lucky–in more ways than one. But his high stakes activity on the Net inadvertently thrusts him into a vortex of international terrorism. Dark Net Hacking has resulted in murder, and now it will take every last bit of Arnold’s genius intellect and legendary hacking skill to stay one step ahead of the murderous terrorists, the FBI, the local cops and his lawyer. Gold’s only chance to save himself is to find a deadly bomb hidden somewhere in Vegas, and somehow prevent the explosion that will turn Sin City into the scene of the deadliest terror attacks since 9/11.

Wyler’s wild new thriller is as horrifyingly plausible as it is darkly funny and enjoyable. Deadly Odds is not only a page-turner, it’s a terrific character-driven story about a young man who lives life through a computer and discovers its dark side. Edgy, twitchy, and filled with enough tech-savvy detail to keep both the techno-thriller and classic suspense fan enthralled, Deadly Odds is a new generation’s thrill ride.

Buy Links

Amazon: http://amzn.to/1xh54PS

B&N: http://bit.ly/1sZrIy1

Astor+Blue: http://bit.ly/1uspcim

About the Author

Allen Wyler is a renowned neurosurgeon who earned an international reputation for pioneering surgical techniques to record brain activity.  He has served on the faculties of both the University of Washington and the University of Tennessee, and in 1992 was recruited by the prestigious Swedish Medical Center to develop a neuroscience institute.

In 2002, he left active practice to become Medical Director for a startup med-tech company (that went public in 2006) and he now chairs the Institutional Review Board of a major medical center in the Pacific Northwest.

Leveraging a love for thrillers since the early 70’s, Wyler devoted himself to fiction writing in earnest, eventually serving as Vice President of the International Thriller Writers organization for several years. After publishing his first two medical thrillers Deadly Errors (2005) and Dead Head (2007), he officially retired from medicine to devote himself to writing full-time.

He and his wife, Lily, divide their time between Seattle and the San Juan Islands.

www.allenwyler.com

Haiku Horizons: Bones

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bed, bones, old age, pains and aches, weather

Done for Haiku Horizons.

Bones

creaking sound

in the cold night

bed or bones?

 

Copyright © Celestine Nudanu 

(18/08/14)

I appreciate your patience with me as I catch up on your blogs. Thanks a million! Shalom.