Author Shanita Vichare reviewed A road Travelled by Author Brenda Mohammed

A Road Travelled: Poetry to delight. is a Medley of Author Brenda Mohammed’s thoughts and impressions from her lightbulb moments as she says, rightly.

The varied poems are picked from her amazing life’s journey, poets sensibilities, and historic moments of ‘World History: Corona Virus’s murky moments of life. There seems to be a feeling of doom and disaster as one reads about the millions of death due to this pandemic. She has written on sundry topics, of love’s woes and jilt, broken marriages and infidelity. But she has a strong faith that the act of kindness and humanity will be more profane and sacred, under these dark clouds, hovering over humanity.

Brenda’s poems are framed in a ‘Global Space’ as she has been a ‘Globe-Trotter’, more of wanderlust, and her light- bulb moments have always urged her to pen poems. Her persona in poems – has been to flashy destinations from London’s Eye, Buckingham Palace, Switzerland, Austria, Hollywood in the USA, or on beautiful Caribbean cruises. So there is a wild chase of emotions.

Her voice is crisp and clear, her tone is very discerning, keeping in the retrospective about her poetic arena. Her poems showcase varied styles from the heightened romance and passions- of Romeo and Juliet types: “ Strange Love, ” yet there is a rebuke and one-sided love, which questions and flatters, the ego of the lover.

In ‘Love Is Not A Theory’ she brings out the colours of life very emotionally and describes how shades of love change with the passage of time. The roller coaster ride of love and fame is forever changing. Brenda has fashioned this poem in a ‘Monologue ’ style. Love is contagious, universal, and innocent. She gives befitting examples and takes the reader along with her on her journey.

If it frets, the lover’s reaction will also be fretful, sulk, and sullen.

For her, love is enriching, a bond of trust, that doesn’t rust or change with, the seasons, nor is it skin deep. There are beautiful analogies made by her and she sure knows the secret of love!

There are voices that speak – love is so fragile, faint, and quiet and yet it gets under your skin! Sometimes her lovers are ‘Prudent’.

The chemistry of the love birds and their mental agony is so well expounded in her love poems. I must say, she is so realistic and yet emotive. Her lovers are the people who crave for attention. The twinning of the lovers – is like “ the summer to his winter lips ” and “ demeanour under his skin” in his wakeful state. Or must I say, I remember ‘Mid-Summer Night’s Tale! William Shakespeare’s Romantic Plays. Archaic but not deluded.

“Grass Is Not Greener” Is a perfect poesy where all is fair when cupid strikes at the lover’s bosom. But when it withers it fades, creates ego issues, and a rift is felt in your relationships. Apologies are hard to come and the bottled feelings lead to disaster and illness. Her lucid language helps to atone love and acts balmy on the ruse or fragmented moments. The prolific poetess certainly conveys to act fast and connotes to having dopamine, rather than resort to anger and guilt.
On the rebound, you may find a better lover, but it may not be any more different than the old lover.

“Dinner Time” – Here the lover is living in a make-belief glasshouse. The lady love waits for her lover, or husband to return. As she lays the dinner table for two, she soon realizes she is ‘solo’. The forlorn and feign feelings in the husband & wife relationship is weaved very diligently, I felt that I was able to understand the rift between the two.

Her lady in love is not deluded she just packs her bags and leaves the home for good. Brenda Mohammed as a poetess talks through her characters in poems and she confronts the problem. There is no cacophony of the ego and guilt in her women’s persona. Her women come out to be brave in the end, more mature and discerning. I really loved these poems on love. Isn’t ‘Love’ the ‘most misconstrued’ word?

The Cover Page is very catchy which makes one ponder at that ‘Bulb’ which ignites the fire.

The Cover was made by Mary L Schmidt a famous artist from Motivational Strips’.

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Review by Author Mala Naidoo for A Road Travelled by Author Brenda Mohammed

A ROAD TRAVELLED obtained another five-star review within a week of it being published on Goodreads and Kobo.

"The poet’s compositions are engaging as they are intriguing.
Like the title of the collection implies, the reader travels along life’s journeys with the composer.
Poems capture everyday life experiences rather than the abstract with accessible connections through characters, places, and situations in a flowing narrative style.
Embedded in each poem is a moral message for the enhancement of life’s journey. ‘
A Road Travelled’ is wise in tone and knowing in subject matter framing lessons that will stand the test of time.
An entertaining read on a range of topics that invite the reader to return to the physical and spiritual realm of the poet for clarity on life’s challenges and shared joy."

Thank you Mala Naidoo for this wonderful review.

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A POETRY COLLECTION BY AUTHOR BRENDA MOHAMMED

!. STRENGTH FOR THE DISHEARTENED: MOTIVATIONAL POEMS is the author's debut collection of Motivational and Inspirational Poems. This collection is intended to empower the disheartened, discouraged, and persons who have lost faith in life and people and lack self-esteem.
It is the poet's wish that the poems will renew faith in the lives of the disheartened and be a light unto their path.

AVAILABLE ON AMAZON CLICK HERE

2.DREAMS OF THE HEART: A POETRY COLLECTION, is a selection of a number of unique poems written by award-winning author Brenda Mohammed. The author will transport you into several different worlds with her mesmerizing and tantalizing poetry. This is the author's second book of poetry and is dedicated to all Dreamers and Lovers of Literature. Sit back, relax, and enjoy this book if you need to uplift your spirits.


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3. A ROAD TRAVELLED: POETRY TO DELIGHT is the author's 25th published book and her third book on Poetry featuring a wide range of inspirational poems on Love, Love's woes, Travel, Happiness, and effects on life during lockdown at the time of CoVid 19.

The Book Cover was designed by Mary L Schmidt and depicts the author's inclination to write poetry during light-bulb moments.

Besides Poetry to delight by the author, you will find amazing tributes for Author Brenda Mohammed from fellow authors:

Shiju H Pallithazheth Tribute to Banker Turned Writer

Mala Naidoo A Woman who Inspires

Debabrata Mohanty A Song from my heart

Christabel Sylvester My Classic Lady

Dr. Emmanuel Tende A Woman of Letters

Mohammed Erfun Amin My Heroine in Poetry

REVIEWS:

Shanita Vichare

Dr. Vandita Dharni

The brilliant Foreword was written by Florabelle Lutchman who states, "It is the hope that when you read this author's poems that the messages contained therein will help you as you face the challenges of day to day living."
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Review by Dr. Vandita Dharni for A Road Travelled written by Author Brenda Mohammed

I am very pleased to advise that Amazon has published A ROAD TRAVELLED in both Kindle and Paperback.
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I also want to share with you the Book Review by Dr. Vandita Dharni.
THANK YOU, Dr.Vandita Dharni
The book, ‘A Road Travelled’ has been written by the prolific author Brenda Mohammed who has earlier authored 24 books.
It portrays a mélange of emotions keeping various themes in focus: primarily love, love’s woes, travel, and effects on life due to lockdown during the pandemic.
She is an avid reader herself and a true wordsmith with a penchant for words.
She has etched her poems very soulfully with a distinctive style and panache.
Her poem, ‘A Lover’s Dream is an endearing account of a lover envisioning the ideal woman of his dreams who is intelligent and is “forever a spark under his skin”.
She’s a perfect blend of beauty with brains.
The next poem, ’Evil Stalks the Land’ is a poignantly woven narrative that revolves around Joe, the perfect husband and father, ardent churchgoer, and a sincere man.
Yet when evil stalked the land,
“He fell prey to that life and sank very deep.
To climb out of it, the walls seem too steep.”
It reveals the uncertainty of life.
People fall prey to evil so easily especially if they are vulnerable.
A poem from her collection that really touches my heart is ‘Grass Is Not Greener’.
It is a realistic poem, a stark reminder to the readers not to harbour grudges against their loved ones but to forgive and forget the past.
Her advice is lucid and she is tenacious about adhering to her principles of burying the hatchet and letting bygones be bygones.
Her sound words of advice echo clearly when she says:
“Apologise quickly to your loved ones and make amends
Before illness or a disaster strikes and your life ends.”
Her poem ‘Lost in London’ is a reverie about her visit to London where she imagines seeing all the sights and sounds of the city only to find herself lost in the maze of the crowd.
The man who had promised to show her around never turns up.
She later realizes it’s only a dream and she feels relieved.
Another poem that recounts her experiences in London is the poem, ‘Walton Mariner’ where the poet mentions her memorable visit to that park, with picturesque views of swans, sunny treks, and the River Thames.
It ends on a note of nostalgia where she expresses her desire to revisit this land so close to her heart.
Another poem that revolves around a country is ‘Switzerland’ which she calls a country with panoramic landscapes, scenic beauty, and towering mountains with Alpine lakes and grassy valleys.
She particularly talks about her visit to the fountains, churches, and the iconic flower clock.
Two poems that stand out strikingly are the ones based on the lockdown,
‘Changing Times’ and ‘Life Was Beautiful’.
They showcase the author’s innate compassion and concern for people who are undergoing the trauma of being in lockdown mode.
She generates awareness among people about the impending dangers and how to combat this terrible pandemic. Her ultimate advice to her readers is to pray and ask God to intervene.
On the whole, this book is a reader’s delight and I wish Brenda all the very best for it!
Dr. Vandita Dharni

A TRIBUTE TO AUTHOR BRENDA MOHAMMED by DR. EMMANUEL TENDE

A ROAD TRAVELLED is the author’s 25th published book and her third book on Poetry featuring a wide range of inspirational poems on Love, Love’s woes, Travel, Happiness, and effects on life during lockdown at the time of CoVid 19.
The Book Cover was designed by Mary L Schmidt and depicts the author’s inclination to write poetry during light-bulb moments.
Besides Poetry to delight by the author, you will find amazing tributes for Author Brenda Mohammed from fellow authors:
Shiju H. Pallithazheth - Tribute to a Banker turned Writer
Mala Naidoo A Woman that Inspires
Debabrata Mohanty A Song from My Heart
Christabel Sylvester My Classic Lady
Dr. Emmanuel Tende A Woman of letters
Mohammad Erfun Amin My Heroine in Poetry.
Shanita Vichare A Review
Vandita Dharni A Review
The brilliant Foreword was written by Florabelle Lutchman who states, “It is the hope that when you read this author’s poems that the messages contained therein will help you as you face the challenges of day to day living.”

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However, I want to share the brilliant tribute penned by Dr. Emmanuel Tende Nzengu known as MANUFORGOD, and to thank him.
He is a brilliant Poet and a member of both How to Write for Success and Motivational Strips Literary Forums.
I was pleasantly surprised when he wrote me this tribute which has been published in the book A ROAD TRAVELLED.

A WOMAN OF LETTERS

I would like through my poetry!
To pay homage to a beautiful being!
Pay homage to a woman of letters!
This woman's name is Brenda Mohammed!
Let me honor this woman!
Who by poetry saves lives!
Let me honor this woman!
Who has the words that cure ailments!
Let me honor this woman!
Who is the voice of the voiceless!
Let me honor this woman!
Who by poetry predicts the future!
Let me honor this woman!
Who through poetry tells the past!
Let me honor this woman!
Who by poetry makes us travel!
In time and in space!
Let me honor this woman!
Who inspires poets in the shadows!
Let me honor this woman!
Who deserves a Nobel Prize for Literature!
Because she made poetry
A remedy for some!
And therapy for others!
It has allowed poetry to cross borders!
And to travel the world! Thanks to her collection of poems!
She uses poetry as therapy!
To save human lives!
She uses poetry as a peacemaker!
To reconcile couples!
She uses poetry as a language!
To talk to nature!
She uses poetry as justice!
To condemn evil!
She uses poetry as a gift!
To do good!
She uses poetry as a gospel!
To win souls!
She uses poetry as a weapon!
To warn the infamous! She uses poetry like a flame!
To rekindle souls!
She uses poetry like a song!
To wake up those who sleep!
She uses poetry as fiction!
To give voice to the abstract!
She uses poetry as a link!
To bring together the poets of the world!
She uses poetry as an experience!
To tell us about her!
She uses poetry as a prophecy!
To predict the future!
She uses poetry as a passion!
To teach others the rules!
She uses poetry as a refuge!
To relieve the afflicted!
She uses poetry like a wind!
Who blows where it wants!
She uses poetry like an umbrella!
To protect women from the rain of violence!
Her poetry rhymes with emotion!
And when you read her poems you become a fan!
This is why I find real pleasure!
To read her poems as they inspire me!
Her works will remain forever
Engraved in our memories!
Because poetry has made her immortal.
Congratulations Brenda Mohammed.
ManuforGod
BIO: Dr. Emmanuel Tende Nzengu known as MANUFORGOD is of Congolese nationality (DRC)
He is a medical doctor in training, entrepreneur, slam artist, and poet.
In 2018 he won the big slam scene organized by Lipoposlam in Kinshasa. which gave him the right to represent his country, the DRC, at the first edition of the African Cup of Slam Poetry (CASP) in N'Djamema in November 2018.
He is the author of several poems among which: "Paradise of the eyes" "Living together" and many others.
He is also one of the co-authors in the Amazon No 1 bestselling Anthology against Domestic Violence, Break the Silence produced by the How to Write for Success Literary Forum of which Brenda Mohammed is the Founder.
MANUFORGOD is passionate about beautiful letters that let themselves be guided by the natural music of words in order to offer its listeners and readers irresistible spectacle syllables that undress.