TULSA, Okla., Dec. 3, 2009 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- From the heart of a boy whose life was shaped due to exposure to different cultures and learning comes an anthology of poetry that aims to interact in three-dimensional communication among the author, the rhythm of the words, and the lovely readers. Poet-author Teddy Kosoko-Thompson engages everyone's minds with diverse ideas and profound sentiments in his literary debut, The Shepherd Boy.
Arranged categorically, this collection of poetic pieces touches on different facets of life -- social, cultural, spiritual, inspirational, family, children, love, humor, and more. These stories in lyrical poetry reflect down-to-earth life issues that readers can relate to and learn from. It follows the story of a nomadic boy who, by inheritance, travels through different terrains trekking with his herds. He encounters different forms of adventures and challenges but ends up finding love and is destined to wear a crown. Another story centers on a metropolitan story of a guitar boy who experiences awful treatment from his supposed stepdad during his teenage years but later becomes a famous music star. All the time, his girlfriend stands by him through thick and thin. There's also a story of the fisher of men that shares how patience can be golden. The fisherman leaves his home to fish, but his dependent family goes for over a month without a good meal. At the peak of his trying period, he encounters a dilemma that ends up as a golden opportunity which will forever change his life.
"I dedicate this book to those whose voices can hardly be heard, The people this book intends to impact with The Shepherd Boy Project. Be our guest at: www.theshepherdboy.org to familiarize with the project," invites the author.
The Shepherd Boy encapsulates a full range of emotions and thoughts that are very honest and real. This is just one of the many intriguing poem collections the author has in stored for all. For more information on this book, log on to www.Xlibris.com.
About the Author
Teddy Kosoko-Thompson comes from a humble family that cares much about the kids' well-being and education. He earned his BS Degree in Management Information Systems from Oklahoma State University, Oklahoma, where he is now residing and working toward another program. He has contributed to various community organizations and global efforts, including volunteering and donating to the Red Cross toward the Katrina and Tsunami flood and the events of 9/11. His discovery of poetry started around 1997 when he was working two jobs in Tulsa. Some of his other interests are listening to music, visiting comedy clubs, walking at the park, playing lawn tennis, as well as reading inspirational books.
The Shepherd Boy * by Teddy Kosoko-Thompson
Publication Date: November 14, 2009
Trade Paperback; $19.99; 140 pages; 978-1-4415-9732-8
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