Title: Songs From the Heart: Poems That Stir the Soul and Awaken Faith in a Chaotic World
Author: Ann Howle Davis
Publisher: XlibrisUS
ISBN: 978-1-9845-7492-3
Pages: 114
Genre: Poetry
Reviewed By: Tiffany Ezuma
Pacific Book Review
With her poetry collection Songs From the Heart: Poems That Stir the Soul and Awaken Faith in a Chaotic World, debut author Ann Howle Davis has written an accessible book that captures the generosity and warmth of the human spirit. Her poetry is personal and detailed, which will allow readers of all ages and backgrounds to connect with.
Davis’s Christian faith plays a big part in her writing. The subject of many of her poems is her relationship to God. Poems like “Christ Prayed,” “Has Anyone Seen My Joy,” and “In Spite of It All” are standouts. Each poem has a corresponding Bible verse to accompany it, which extends the reader’s context for the author’s meaning behind her words. This makes the collection perfect for Bible study groups or those who are looking for a deeper connection to their faith. Davis’ poems are the real-world example of the verses and may spark a larger discussion around them.
In her acknowledgements, Davis writes that completing this book was fifty-eight years in the making. With each poem, she included the date when it was written, which serves as a nice little tidbit for the reader. She jotted down thoughts and ideas as they came to her in order to craft this collection. Even without knowing her process, it’s clear this book was a labor of love. The inclusion of her process should serve as an inspiration to readers who want their own creative outlet but haven’t felt the confidence to go out and do it.
Songs From the Heart: Poems That Stir the Soul and Awaken Faith in a Chaotic World is a great read for those looking for a heartwarming
