Reality Covet Lost
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
Click to ReadThe Vanishing Poet Audio Series
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 2003 and 2008. While some of these poems were published amongst the…
Click to ReadWilson 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
Click to Read2026: 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: Any questions or points of interest are welcome to be shared at michael.aaron.casares@gmail.com. Thanks for your interest. Developments are in progress. -Michael Aaron Purchase Your Books by Clicking on any…
Click to ReadLeam
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.
Click to ReadHot 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.
Click to ReadThe 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.
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