Welcome to a raw and introspective journey with this original poem, a poignant exploration of the tangled relationship between alcohol, memory, and the human spirit. Penned with visceral honesty, “I Just Want to Drink” delves into the psyche of a narrator seeking solace in the bottle—not to erase the past, but to trade one pain for another, however fleeting or illusory. This piece mirrors the struggles of literary giants like Ernest Hemingway, F. Scott Fitzgerald, and others who found both inspiration and ruin in their addiction, a theme resonant with the ethos of Mind on Fire Books. As you read, let the words transport you to that dark bar where sorrows gather, and reflect on the bittersweet dance between brilliance and despair.
I just want to drink.
Not to forget,
Because I won't.
But, so that I can feel
a different pain.
Even if it isn't real.
Take me to that dark bar
where they welcome fellow sorrows.
These crows prefer the somber.
Order up a double shot, and a chaser.
Then drink them fast to cover up
the potential pains of a sober "later."
Drink until the light stings
like sun rays that noon brings.
Approve it.
Consumed with toxins abound
I st-mumble while standing.
What problems? I let go.
Order another round.
One for everyone in town.
What's there to be sad about now?
Until I remember,
what I wanted to forget.
What was it again?
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Folklore and Flesh: A Dark Fiction Collection of Folklore and Body Horror
Step into the uncanny with Folklore and Flesh—a collection of visceral horror stories and haunting poems that blur the boundaries between myth and the body. From ancient rituals and supernatural transformations to the raw ache of grief and memory, these tales invite you to explore the shadowed places where folklore becomes flesh.
This collection binds 10 creative short stories and a dozen visceral poems.
ARC Release: October 11th (Myths and Legends Day)
Presale Opens: November 20th (Blotmonath – Month of Sacrifice)
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