Bøger af Michael Phoenix

A combination of poetry, original quotes and short stories. A few of the poems form most of the short stories. Everything written in the book comes my experiences in life. "The one for whom you search Is impossible to find For the sense will fail And you will be lost..." - Ghost in the soul's shadows

The stories, sometimes one or two lines, are from attending live model drawing sessions at a local gallery. Never good at visual art, still attempted several times on a tablet. Viewing each model and pose, I saw a character and story.The stories vary in length, mainly due to time of pose. Some were only 1 - 2 minutes, others as long as 10. They also vary in subject / genre. I allowed my imagination to completely take over. Genres range from everyday life, more hardcore erotic, and a lot more.Reality was defined as what we perceive through the 5, physical, senses. Erotic? Up to the individual (beliefs, morals, etc.). Hopefully, this way change your definitions and perspectives in a small way...

A Valley and Beyond was my first, serious, venture into media. It was launched on May 18, 2013 and ended in July 2016. The magazine evolved into Surreal ValeCity. This is a "Best Of" book with articles and photos. The articles are all from the Lehigh Valley, PA area. Some photos are from Philadelphia, PA.I wrote and designed the entire book, front to back cover. The formatting may appear scattered at times. It is very intentional for a few reasons. At points: save space, preserve the original format of the article, plus one more...This book gives you a small sample of the Lehigh Valley. Like my other books and media: My life, heart and spirit are in every word and moment.

This book is a rich exploration of human relationships, sensuality, and personal authenticity. At its core, it follows characters through emotionally and physically intimate experiences, probing deeper themes of desire, integrity, and personal freedom. The narrative is deeply philosophical, blending elements of romance with introspective conversations and experiential workshops that dive into the essence of emotional connection and embodied sensuality.The protagonists explore not only physical intimacy but also the importance of truthfulness and self-awareness in relationships. Through multiple scenarios-some involving intimate partners and others in retreat-like workshop settings-the book emphasizes the power of honesty, consent, and deep personal exploration.A recurring theme is the conflict between societal expectations and personal desires. The characters wrestle with questions of fidelity, freedom, and emotional integrity, all framed within a broader inquiry into what it means to truly connect with another person, not just physically but intellectually, emotionally, and spiritually.Dialogue plays a major role, with characters frequently engaging in thought-provoking discussions on vulnerability, self-expression, and what it means to live truthfully. The narrative oscillates between intense physical moments and reflective, almost meditative passages that push the reader to think deeply about modern relationships and personal growth.