Author-Poet Presents a World of Emotions Through Words and Art -- New book is An Anthology That Defines Life's Dramas and Rewards

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• Source: Xlibris
• On 4:48 pm EDT, Friday October 2, 2009

ANNAPOLIS, Md., Oct. 2, 2009 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Author V.M. Fry treats poetry lovers and art aficionados as she unveils a parade of artistry in a poetry anthology. Released through Xlibris, Basking Sharks presents a highly moving collection of vibrant and rich poems and artistic illustrations.

In lyrical verse that displays vast emotional strength, Fry paints a vivid picture of the many faces of the heart. Penning down over forty poems with compelling themes, she captures sentiments on philosophy, life, love, and melancholy. Each poem featured in this release is carved out of the emotions of a woman whom many others can relate to. The piece "Life Beside Henry's Fence" is a witty and outright tale of how a lazy man is perceived by society. "Bedtime Stories" is a sweet reminiscing of a father's gentle love that is often felt through story telling at bedtime. An endearing tribute to a woman's tender guidance, the poem "Fugues" tells of the little things that make a remarkable mother and wife. "Choices" is a melancholic yet witty reminder of how a heart should be careful in making decisions about love.

Interwoven between the riveting poems are breathtaking illustrations that artistically define each topic. Readers of Basking Sharks are bound to embark on an eye-opening and thought-provoking journey through life amid the background of literature and artistry.

This book will be featured in the California Library Association Book Exhibit in Pasadena, California on October 31-November 1, 2009. For more information, log on to www.Xlibris.com.

About the Author

V. M. Fry, born and raised in Twin Cities, Minnesota, has lived the greater part of her life in the Washington, DC, area and now resides by The Chesapeake Bay in Annapolis, Maryland. She is the joint-author and sole illustrator of a book of poems, Things Done Alone. Her work can also be found in The Podium, The Alembic, Slipstream, Rivesedge, The Distillery, Thema, and Quercus Review. She has exhibited in group shows at The Ohio State Fair, Professional division, West Annapolis Gallery, Md., St. John's College, Annapolis, Columbus Museum of Art, The Copley Society Gallery, Boston, Columbus Art League Exhibitions, and The Columbus Cultural Art Center. Her one-woman shows include The Zanesville Art Center, Ohio, Mount Carmel Hospital East, Columbus, Capital University, Franklin University, Canal House Gallery, Washington, The Cosmos Club, DC, The Online Computerized Library Center, Dublin, Ohio, Maplewood Gallery, Bethesda, Md., The Free Press, Annapolis, and The National Naval Hospital Cancer Surgical Ward Exhibitions, Bethesda, Md.

                   Basking Sharks * by V.M. Fry
                Publication Date: September 30, 2009
          Picture Book; $51.99; 88 pages; 978-1-4415-7147-2
      Picture Book Hardcover; $61.99; 88 pages; 978-1-4415-7148-9

Members of the media who wish to review this book may request a complimentary paperback copy by contacting the publisher at (888) 795-4274 x. 7479. To purchase copies of the book for resale, please fax Xlibris at (610) 915-0294 or call (888) 795-4274 x. 7876.

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