Christine D. Patterson
While everyone is sleeping, I walk through the conscience of the mind from the day before. I hold hands with forgotten words like compassion, empathy, and hope. Hearing their stories of how they were once respected, but now they have been outcast and have faded away. These words go unheard of for hours and sometimes for many days. They take my hand once again and walk me to the horizon of this world. They bow their heads in shame because Hope is now terminally ill. They shield their eyes because dawn approaches their small world once again. I gently tuck them back into the silence of the night. The dawn is now in my sight. I pick up my pen and watch my army of words march from paper to your heart, soul, and mind. I am a dreamer, and I must keep these words alive.
My poetry books are based on what I see in this world of today. I do not sugarcoat the poems that I write. Truth is much harder to accept. As poets, we write the words on paper. It is up to the reader to acknowledge and comprehend the meaning. Understanding the depths of those meanings can be a journey in itself, one that invites reflection and introspection. Through every line, I hope to spark a connection that resonates, urging you to explore not just the words, but the emotions and stories behind them.
My novels are for the readers who like to take the road to the unexpected, not knowing if you will make it back or not. The journey through my narratives is filled with twists and turns that challenge both the characters and the audience. I invite my readers to embrace uncertainty, for it is within those unknowns that the most profound insights often lie.
My children’s books are for the ages of 3 through 7. The books teach colors, numbers, and friendship. The books also give me a chance to put a smile on a child’s face when their day is not going well. Each story is crafted with the intention of sparking imagination and curiosity, encouraging young minds to explore the world around them. Through relatable characters and engaging plots, I hope to inspire kindness and creativity in every child who reads them.