I’m so grateful that my beautiful daughter took the time out of her very busy schedule (Vice President, mother of three and philanthropist) to record a few videos in support of my upcoming book, “One Petal At A Time,” which is only two days from preorder! Please watch the video and be sure to like…
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Book Review By Barbara Leonhard, Editor Of MasticadoresUSA!
My good friend, fellow poet, talented reviewer and editor of MasticadoresUSA, has reviewed my upcoming book, and what an amazing and comprehensive job she has done! Thank you, Barbara, though the phrase “Thank you” does not do justice for the gratitude I have for this review, which has tenderly touched my heart (I needed tissues…
Poetry Reading By Karima Hoisan, “Forks Of Ivy” From “One Petal At A Time”
My good friend, Second Life movie maker, extraordinary poet, and graphic artist, Karima Hoisan, recorded her poetry reading with some of my photography and put it together with her original music to create this feast for the senses. Please see the embedded video below to enjoy, but to get the best sound and experience, it’s…
Press Release In Asia And Book Cover!
My good friend, talented poet, multiple Amazon bestseller and overall wonderful person, Michelle Ayon Navajas, has graciously agreed to do a press release in Asia. Please click on the link below for the full press release in The Update India! Thank you, Mich!
My Interview With Prolific Pulse
My interview with Prolific Pulse and cover reveal are now live! Closed captions and the transcript are available for the hearing impaired. Thanks again to Lisa Tomey-Zonneveld not only for hosting and editing the interview but also for publishing my book – a truly multi-talented, kind and giving woman that I now call my friend!…
Review And Latest Cover Reveal Video Of Upcoming Book!
My good friend, prolific poet, Amazon Bestseller, uplifting character and overall great guy, Sarfraz Ahmed, wrote the review below of my upcoming book, One Petal At A Time. From: Sarfraz Ahmed, Poet (UK) 2024 One Petal at a Time by Joni Caggiano is a masterpiece of poetry, exposing the poet’s true vulnerability as she captures…
Open Casket Reading By Navin Manik
My good friend, fellow poet and gifted narrator, Navin Manik, has posted a fantastic reading of my poem, Open Casket, a poem from my upcoming book, “One Petal At A Time.” He did such an amazing job, putting in appropriate pausing and inflection, he captured it beautifully (disclaimer at the end of the video)….
Scorn
fall upon and discard my saggy breast never good enough could never pass your family’s test other women your eyes linger and sink talk of my beauty, char crisp dust lust for others, your toxic deceitful wink someone else can taste your viscid hate I tire of you and your foul distain clog…
Hidden in childhood – reading of God’s Grace
To purchase Hidden In Childhood, go to this link Amazon. This book makes a precious gift to anyone with a family member who was abused or is still being abused. For children raised by parents that provided a healthy and safe environment to grow up in, this book gives them an idea of what many…
“Freezer burn” live on MasticadoresIndia
Freezer Burn by Joni Caggiano Snow had fallen for five days in a row, and we were no longer allowed outside. Yet, my hateful sisters, Ruth and Elizabeth, somehow obtained mom’s approval to drive to the deli right up the street. Mom gave them money for sandwiches and hot cocoa. They both stuck their tongues…