About Nancy A. Henry
Nancy A. Henry's contribution to the poetic landscape is as vast as the night sky studded with constellations of thoughts and imaginations. Her poems transcend the mere assembly of words, morphing into soul-stirring narratives that grace the pages of distinguished journals and anthologies. Nancy's role as an Associate Editor of The Café Review reveals her commitment to cultivating a vibrant literary community, while her teaching position at Southern Maine Community College highlights her dedication to sharing the wellspring of her knowledge with aspiring minds.
MuscleHead Press Chapbooks: "Anything Can Happen" and "Hard"
Henry's chapbooks, "Anything Can Happen" and "Hard" speak to the unpredictable nature of life and the unyielding resilience required to navigate it. Published by MuscleHead Press, these collections are testament to her literary craftsmanship and ability to encapsulate complex emotions in the most nuanced verses. The recognition of her talents through a Pushcart Prize nomination and an Atlanta Review International Merit Award further cements her status as a substantial figure in contemporary poetry.
The Shadow Garden by Nancy A. Henry
With the first glance at "The Shadow Garden," readers are welcomed into an intuitive space textured with the delicate fronds of human experience. Nancy A. Henry paints a landscape rich in sensory imagery, where love's nectar can be as intoxicating as the darkest elixir.
An Opening Verse
Here is her entrance, lined with rich carnation silk,
heart columbine. This medicine has drugged her,
reduced her mind to that of a snail.
Captivating Imagery
A snail can sleep for three years,
etch a fossilized silver trail of frozen tears.
Raw Emotions and Sweet Longing
She tastes his milk on her tongue.
Oh love, be sweet as violets,
or vile as blood-lily while her legs tremble under her,
whisper—love, tremble not, tremble not—sleep again.
The Interconnection of Poetry and Travel
Poetry and travel may seem like disparate realms, yet at their core, they both embody the spirit of exploration. "The Shadow Garden," with its linguistic artistry, invites us to journey through the vivid terrains of emotion and intellect, much like how a traveler embarks on an odyssey across unfamiliar lands. Nancy A. Henry's poetry weaves paths akin to the routes etched on a traveler's map, leading us to uncharted territories of the heart and soul, where every word promises a new horizon to witness, akin to the ever-unfolding landscapes that greet one’s eyes on distant journeys.