beyond the paneling by Christine Brooks

“beyond the paneling” is a life transformed into poetry.  Christine Brooks lives in the words she strings together soulfully and skillfully, revealing a lifetime in unforgettable memories captured perfectly.  Whether it’s in the vision of a soggy cocktail napkin, a House of Beauty, barking dogs, a stranger on a train, or a date with the Lord, each poem reveals a slice of life worthy of becoming a work of art, meant to be transformed into poetry. “beyond the paneling” is a memoir of powerful poems revealing the heart and soul of a poet who excels in transforming unforgettable experiences into works of art. Add Christine Brooks to the list of “Poets to Follow.”

–Karol Jackowski is the author of several books and articles, most recently Sister Karol’s Book of Spells, Blessings, and Folk Magic.

A major talent for the small and telling details courses through behind the paneling. Emily can be heard, Bukowski, too. But the voice is all Christine Brooks’.

–Tommy Shea