Song of the Silver Cormorant and Other Poems

In the 6th book of her writing career JD Jakubcin has created several masterpieces in the new post-modern folk poetry genre. Her blend of mythology and realism represents a unique approach. The 36 poems in this " Silver Cormorant" collection include a majority of previously unpublished material. Surprises and ironies abound in this poetry collection, including two satirical pieces for Valentine's Day and yet the January and August poems bloom with sentimental romance. Joanna has invented an unusual poetic voice with modern scientific references blended into a sound reminiscent of Tolkien. The works in this volume will transport you to a dream world of outlandish imagination including spiritual hymn-like rhythms, steam punk themes, traditional folk themes from around the world, mythical beings, the seasons, the peaks of human triumph, comical wit, satire, and sometimes the introspection of a literary pioneer. Even the less cheerful poems provide encouragement with a piquant perspective. Joanna's other books include the " Journal Flies Overboard " written under the pen name Joan Ruth. "The Adventures of Dysingli Soon" was an imaginative action adventure story written by Joanna in 2012 as a historical fiction set in 13th century Ukraine. A few years ago, Joanna published an unusual group of poems entitled "Not Ready for Winter Springs." This book included a compendium of her works from 2010 through 2015; some repeated from previous books. She produced three colorful poetry calendars from 2015 to 2017 which enjoyed great success at community events and art shows in the Central Florida region. The calendars featured local scenery in her poems, such as "July at Lake Jessup." She performed her Autumn Rain poem from the 2015 Poetry Calendar at the Winter Springs Hometown Harvest event.