Knew

What characterizes T.L. Sanders' spoken word poetry is his affinity for sound. He choreographs sound the way an artist chooses color-and the color of his first book is blue like Jazz. What we have here is an artist willing to let words tell their own tale, to rise up from the ashes and to weave characters you rarely meet on the blank page. However, you'll recognize these people-- people you've met in your neighborhood or in the reflection of your mirror. These poems are part of a story Sanders weaves around a prodigal father many experience, but few have the courage to form into words. This chapbook shares some selected works by this debut author, teacher and language artist. Look for the complete screenplay coming soon-lyrical spoken word poetry embedded in the heart of open mic night at the Blue Room where anyone can spit some lyrics ... and on this night just who is in the audience will surprise you.