Perennial is the artist touch Transfixed on their journey outside of art To listen to another To deny their voice To protect thought As to covet reality To herald a root of many returns Golden age of golden frequency The light lost to false eye When the soil turns so turns the soul
Michael Aaron Casares
The Vanishing Poet Audio Series
Listen to The Vanishing Poet on The Root of Many Returns Substack New on The Root of Many Returns Substack, the audio release of the Vanishing Poet. As we've begun transitioning websites, I am now releasing select poems from my 2020 publication, The Vanishing Poet. This book of poetry collects the chapbooks I published between … Continue reading The Vanishing Poet Audio Series
Wilson County Public Libraries’ 2nd Annual Book Festival in Floresville, TX
I will be reading from The Vanishing Poet on Friday, June 5th at 3pm and in a panel discussion with fellow poets on Saturday, June 6th. Copies of The Vanishing Poet and other books will be available for sale. —Michael Aaron
2026: Hello From the Newest Age
In forethought and fore-creating the present and the future, the newest development is a bridge to the forthcoming. Updates pertinent to the here and now: All updates regarding my work and my publishing house, Virgogray Press, will be shared here and filtered out into the ethos that is the world wide web and social media. … Continue reading 2026: Hello From the Newest Age
Leam
The poem explores the delicate interplay of intimacy and human connection. Through vivid imagery of dreams and sensuality, it captures moments of acceptance and desire. The essence of shared experience is emphasized, highlighting the significance of genuine encounters and the warmth they bring in a transient yet profound midnight setting.
Good Luke
New poetry.
Hot Soak, Chardonnay
The piece reflects on the silence suffocating American literature, likening it to a lost dream within an absent context. It critiques the void in creative expression, emphasizing the hunger for meaning and the disappointing reality of unfulfilled promises. Ultimately, it portrays a longing for a revival of authentic voice and connection.
We May Not
eventually get to this; But we will get to that.
The World is Fake
The text reflects on the nature of deception and truth within human experience. It highlights the struggle to differentiate between reality and illusion, suggesting that societal indoctrination obscures true understanding. As people navigate this complex landscape, they grapple with the burden of manipulated history while questioning the origins and foundations of their beliefs.
The Hear and Now
The passage reflects on the intricacies of life, illustrating the contrasts between silence and noise, acceptance and judgment, and understanding and relativity. It emphasizes personal worth and interconnectedness, encouraging readers to recognize their growth and beauty, while navigating the complexities of existence with love, understanding, and a focus on the present moment.
The Root of Many Returns 