Synopses & Reviews
Synopsis
"Anger is just sadness having a bad day. Jealousy is just sadness when she's being petty. Suicide is sadness making her vacation plans. Depression is just sadness in her sexiest black bra."
#Distractionaction is a self-reflective and eclectic poetry anthology that examines depression, sadness and the things we feel at night, while we spar with insomnia. Author and poet Robert Ormsby bares his soul for his readers, offering refreshingly honest and straightforward dark musings and sad poems about some of the most important times of our lives, in memorable selections, like "Sadness", "Suicide's Seduction", "Thunder", "Gemini Mirror" and "Nietzsche Knows Best".
#Distractionaction is an emotionally moving poetry anthology intelligently balanced with a peppering of dark humor, lighthearted thoughts about childhood awkwardness and Ormsby's passions, like 90s hip-hop, sexual appetites and childhood adventures in Connecticut.
As an Amazon reader recently described, "Robert Ormsby has a gift with his slightly dark and offbeat writing style. He has taken his emotions, given them a human form, and made them so real, you can feel them for yourself."
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Synopsis
In this stunning debut, the author takes readers on an emotional rollercoaster through the darkest corners of the human psyche, exploring themes of depression, sadness, nihilism, and the search for meaning in the face of death. The result is a powerful and poignant collection of poetry and short stories that will leave readers breathless and moved.
With its unflinching honesty and raw emotion, this book is a tour de force of contemporary literature, a searing examination of the human condition that will resonate with readers long after the final page is turned. Through vivid and haunting imagery, the author captures the essence of what it means to grapple with these complex and often overwhelming emotions, offering insight and comfort for those who may be struggling.
And while the subject matter is weighty and profound, the dark humor found within adds a touch of levity to the proceedings, adding to the book's overall impact and appeal. It's a testament to the author's skill and sensitivity that they are able to strike this delicate balance so effectively.
As the first in a series, this book sets the stage for a thrilling and thought-provoking exploration of the human soul, a journey that promises to be as captivating and compelling as it is emotionally resonant. This is a must-read for fans of contemporary literature and anyone seeking to understand the complexities of the human experience.