Official Review: Painting with Words by Ian Prattis

Nisha Ward · Post by **Nisha Ward** » 30 May 2019, 15:56

I might just add this, if only because I love descriptive poems. It seems like it will be a beautiful read.

Cecilia_L · Post by **Cecilia_L** » 30 May 2019, 16:01

I loved your glowing recommendation for this collection of poetry. Thanks for the excellent review.

Post by **Kajori Sheryl Paul** » 30 May 2019, 16:10

This collection of poems seems to be one capable of leaving a deep impact.

Thank you for the great review.

Azrevread · Post by **Azrevread** » 30 May 2019, 16:21

The book Painting With Words by Ian Prattis sounds like an extraordinary collection of poems.
Your review gives me the impression that the poetry in the book is remarkable because
of the author's sincere view of life and the world around him. I will put the book on my
reading list. Excellent review. Congratulations on Book of the Day.

Dawud Adaviruku · Post by **Dawud Adaviruku** » 30 May 2019, 16:27

I'm not really a good fan of poetry. I'm however glad that these poems evokes emotions even while it chronicles the author life story. I might give it a try. Great review.

Aschaefs74 · Post by **Aschaefs74** » 30 May 2019, 16:29

I was struck with the elegance of Painting with Words by Ian Prattis. Being Canadian with Scottish heritage I made a quick connection with the content. Prattis uses his pen wisely as he paints a portrait with his words that is it is hard to turn away from. An interesting selection of poems. Highly recommended.

angiejack456 · Post by **angiejack456** » 30 May 2019, 16:33

I like that the author has written this poetry collection with openness and vulnerability. It sounds like a beautiful book, but I am not a huge fan of poetry in general, so will likely pass on this one.

Wyland · Post by **Wyland** » 30 May 2019, 16:47

What a collection! I am glad that the poems in this book have elicited a positive response in the reviewer that they have read the book more than once. This is the hallmark of good poetry. Nice review.

EvaDar · Post by **EvaDar** » 30 May 2019, 16:52

It is an unusual benefit to have some background from the author about his poems. Usually, with poetry, the reader is left solely with their own interpretation. I think I would enjoy reading the poems and then getting to see what the author was thinking. Great review.

Tars · Post by **Tars** » 30 May 2019, 16:55

With my current level of English language, I don't believe it is possible to really understand and appreciate fine art of words and rhythms. Anyway, I would like to congratulate author with BOTD and compliment reviewer!

Sussu · Post by **Sussu** » 30 May 2019, 16:58

Poems can be the pieces of someone's life put in one place for us to put together. I'm surprised this book touched you so deeply. I haven't read any poems that have an impact on me, so I'm looking forward to reading that one and learn the lessons you mentioned.

Misael Carlos · Post by **Misael Carlos** » 30 May 2019, 17:04

While not into reading poems, I am amazed with authors with the talent and skills of expressing their thoughts thru this medium because not every author has this. Congrats!

Paige Alvarado · Post by **Paige Alvarado** » 30 May 2019, 17:05

I like that this was written during different times in the author's life. It's almost like a journal in that way. I wish I would have done something like this in my life. I think it would be great to look back on the bad times and see how they have now become beautiful. I am very interested in this, although I am not a huge fan of poetry. Thank you for the review!

Paul78 · Post by **Paul78** » 30 May 2019, 17:06

The book being an emotional roller coaster adds onto curiosity on the content inside. Poems that make the poet an old allay mean a lot to the reader.

Congrats on this wonderful review.

jemgirl202 · Post by **jemgirl202** » 30 May 2019, 17:07

This sounds like an emotional collection of poems. Each section tends to dive deep into the different human emotions. Congrats on the book of the day! Great review!