A Mirror of Past/Present Self: Poems and Tales
Andrew Buckner
Alien Buddha Press, 2025
ISBN-13: 979-8310600485
Ebook, 90 ppg.
If you want to read some poetry and short stories that have you exploring your imagination in a brand new way, you won’t want to miss A Mirror of Past/Present Self: Poems and Tales by Andrew Buckner. This short collection of poems and stories strike the odd notes and bring you unexpected twists. There were many times I had to stop reading this book because it blew my mind! It made me see these fictional worlds in a completely brand new way, in addition to creating a lasting impression.
Some of the poems in this book were also nostalgic. The mention of the 80s and certain things from back then took me back to my childhood. They were very interesting poems to read and I appreciated the touch of wishing for the good old days that these poems evoked.
But my favorites from this book are the stories. They were just so surreal and unpredictable. I loved how they were so different and not what a reader expects. Some of the stories did have certain moments I connected with in a profound way, while others were more of an entertaining tale of an alternative and bizarre reality.
Although it is a short collection, A Mirror of Past/Present Self: Poems and Tales was a huge dose of the bizarre and unexpected. A must-read for fans of speculative poetry and fiction! I enjoyed reading this book and look forward to reading other books by this author.
Five stars
Disclaimer: I received a copy of this book as part of my digital subscription with the publisher.
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