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Monday, 26 February 2007 21:19

In the Light of Day
A Father's Poetry Reflecting Life Lessons for His Children

Author: Michael Williams
Publisher:
ISBN 1-4257-3326-3; 978-1-4257-3326-1
Cloth Hardback, $20.00, 49 pages

"Truth is clear
Yet hard to see


Know that some will
Pick
At your truth
Like birds of
Prey
But live your truth anyway
Breathe it
Believe it
For it is the only clear
Path
To all that matters
"

Delight in each passing moment with author Michael Williams, as he celebrates the trials, triumphs and discoveries of living through his poetry. In the Light of Day is a remarkable collection of memories, messages, conversations and experiences that chronicle life lessons from childhood to adulthood from a father to his children.

The verses of In the Light of Day are more than a father's advice to his sons; they are a man's hopeful glimpse into a future of promise for all children. It is truly a tribute to the strength of the human spirit, and a reminder to every reader that dreams are meant to be realized, futures are meant to be built and that anything can be accomplished if you believe.

In the Light of Day is one of the few books written from a father's perspective to his children, providing a unique view that has yet to be thoroughly explored in the genre of poetry. The universality of this wonderful collection of poems lends itself to readers young and old, at any stage in their life, and most importantly, reminds us all that "It is a miracle that love only remembers what remains in the light of day".

About the Author

Michael Williams is a graduate of Xavier University in Cincinnati, Ohio. He lives in Raleigh, North Carolina with his wife Sharon of twenty-two years and his sons Matthew and Christopher. Michael began writing when he was 12 years old, reflecting on lessons and experiences and offering his own insight into life. His background as a successful business person has provided him the opportunity to lead sales professionals to success through motivation, development and mentoring. He has also created programs throughout his career that have helped leaders exceed goals, realize potentials and achieve dreams.
 

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Hats Off! to Betty Dotson-Lewis, whose book Bluegrass Music: The Sunny Side of Appalachia, Bluegrass from the Grassroots, is being used in the North Carolina Bluegrass Mapping Project.

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