The Very Least of Me by Len Lawson Offers More for the Summer

The Very Least of Me by Len Lawson offers far more introspect, nostalgia and reflections of life than you bargain for! While reading his debut work of poetry and short stories, he made us stop and reflect on his journey that many of us can certainly relate to. Through his poetic depiction using the manifestation of pain, connecting to nature and making reference to historical symbolisms, Lawson shows readers his heartfelt identity with the signs of life and prefaces his journey with variable signs of distinction. 

Lawson also offers three short stories which invoke humor, drama and personal reflection. We experienced new, defining messages that were revealed each time we read his poems and short stories. His poem, The Very Least of Me, which is the namesake of his book, is filled with spiritual revelations and ruminations. The poem Colorblind captures the emotion of the poet's perception about how he envisions a colorized world and the polarization of skin color in relation to our existence and relationships. The short story, The Lady of Lonely Pond is an adaptation of fantasy versus a harsh reality, in the soul of insecurity that leads to deadly consequences. Have a tissue handy for that story. This book made us yearn for more from the author.

Author Len Lawson

Len Lawson began his writing career by winning 3rd place in a middle school poetry contest for Arbor Day and winning Honorable Mention for a high school essay contest on the American flag. Since then, he has been writing poetry, short stories, and began a fiction novel series. He has a master's degree in English from National University near San Diego, California. He teaches English at Morris College in Sumter, South Carolina, where he was named the 2012-2013 Professor of the Year. Len also teaches adjunct English courses at various colleges and universities in South Carolina. When he is not writing books, Len is a freelance editor and a guest contributor to local newspapers.

Learn more about Len Lawson at www.lenlawson.com. Be sure to follow his social media channels on Facebook, Twitter and Google+. You can get a copy of The Very Least of Me on Amazon.com and BarnesandNoble.com. Feel free to contact Len for information on upcoming book signings, readings and book club appearances at lenvillelaws@gmail.com. This is one summer poetry read that we highly recommend.