Poetry by Steven Manchester

What is being said about this book:

In Layman Terms is a fascinating book of poetry. It successfully represents something that is woefully underrepresented these days: the loving emotions of the male. With all the aggression and anger depicted in books, on television, and in films, we tend to forget that it is love that really drives us as human beings. In Layman Terms is an intimate examination of this love, and is a fantastic read. Steve Manchester has a style that is eminently enjoyable, and carries the reader gently through an exploration of feelings and family ties. You will find yourself gliding through the collection, and at its conclusion feel that you have read something both refreshing and meaningful.

- Shane Coughlin, Editor & Poet (UK)

In a style as smooth as fine brandy, Manchester bravely delves into the complex relationships of life. The author uses vibrant imagery and simple, unforgettable verse.

- Kris Moon, Editor, Titan Magazine (MA)

Steven Manchester is a magician of words. One of my favorite authors, he is a poet with the flexibility of experience and imagination to take you from realms of darkness to thresholds of passion and places in between you've never imagined possible. In Layman Terms is a collection of poetry that many of us will identify with, share memories, joys and tears.

- Victoria Valentine, Publisher

Skyline Literary Magazine (NY)

Steven Manchester

We are pleased to present In Layman Terms, a pensive Anthology by Poet Steven Manchester, which encourages in the Reader a surprising degree of personal introspection. As the title suggests, the work is characterised by its simplicity in expression and in themes and subjects imbedded in reality whilst subtly exploring emotions and feelings. Employing both verse and prose, In Layman Terms is reminiscent of Steven's previously published Collections, A Search for Inner-Peace and The Never-Ending Quest (both published by Mellen Poetry Press of NY under the pen name, Steven Herberts).

Mountain Mist Productions is pleased to present In Layman Terms and we welcome Steven Manchester who comes to us with an impressive list of credits, some of which are:

The Unexpected Storm (P.S.I. Research; Hellgate Press, 2000)

an autobiographical account of Operation Desert Storm.

At The stroke of Midnight (Skyline Publishing, 2002)

a collection of horror stories.

Jacob Evans (Twilight Books, 2002) a collection of short stories (novel), ranging from spiritual to suspense, encompassing one man’s magical life.

A Father’s Love (Publish America, 2003) dual novellas.

Warp II: At the Speed of Absolute Foolishness (Stonegarden, 2004) dual comedies.

Forget Me knots from the Front Porch (anth; Obadiah Press)

Open My Eyes, Open My Soul (anthology; Mcgraw-Hill)

The Published Author’s Guide to Promotion (Publish America)

Nudges from God (anthology; Obadiah Press)

Chicken Soup for The Bride’s Soul (anthology; HCI)

Chicken Soup for The Caregiver’s Soul (anthology; HCI)

Under the pseudonym, Steven Herberts, Steven has written:

6-5; A Different Shade of Blue (Kroshka Books, 1996) a non-fiction work on modern-day prison life, as seen through the eyes of an officer.

A Search for Inner-Peace (Mellen Poetry Press, 1997)

The Never-Ending Quest (Mellen Poetry Press, 1998)

The Correctional Officer: Inside Prisons (Nova Science Publishers, 1998)

Steven has also penned:

Knit Wit Greeting Cards (Rising Tide Ent., 2003)

Steven has written/produced several films:

Hearing Zoe (Mulligan Gang Productions; 1999)

Acquaintances (Rising Tide Entertainment; 2001)

Hurry Up & Laugh (Abnormal Society Studios; 2003)

Flatlanders (Abnormal Society Studios; 2004)

Steven has published more than 80 articles both local and abroad. His work has been showcased in such national literary journals as Taproot Literary Review; American Poetry Review and Fresh! Literary Magazine, as well as various magazines which include Angels on Earth; Obadiah; Titan; G.F.O. (U.K.), Skyline Literary, Dark Animus (Australia) and Spinnings Short Stories and he has contributed to internet publications such as Zine5; New Mystery Reader; Wilmington Blues; Heartwarmers; The Murder Hole; Father's World, and dozens of others.

Steven is an accomplished speaker, and currently teaches the popular workshop Publish: See Your Work in Print for Southcoast Learning Network in Massachusetts, as well as the Learning Connection of Rhode Island.

He has completed his first full-length novel, The Rockin’ Chair, and five full-length screenplays, Three Shoeboxes; Gooseberry Island; Rolling Hill; End of Watch and Public Scenery. He is currently working on his second novel, Pressed Pennies.

When not spending time with his sons and his beautiful daughter, writing, teaching, or promoting his published books/films, this Massachusetts author speaks publicly to troubled children through the “Straight Ahead” Program.