The Tiger – poem
O Tiger, Tiger, burning bright.
The Doubting Knight and the Fairies
A bold knight doubts the existence of the fairy people until his Queen makes him a bet, and shows him how wrong he is.
Tidal Wave – fantasy poem
When a Tidal Wave/Tsunami strikes a peaceful beach town, one man struggles to survive its horror in this action packed narrative fantasy poem.
The Warrior and the River -fantasy poem
The story of a battle wearied warrior resting by a placid river who dreams of a time of peace, only to be brought back to the reality of war too soon. A beautiful, contemplative fantasy poem.
Dragon Killer – fantasy poem
This fantasy poem tells the story of a knight who tries to steal a powerful book of magic guarded by a dragon. Unfortunately, the spells that guard the book are more powerful than his.
The Captive Wizard – a fantasy poem in allegory
A fantasy poem about a wizard who is unfairly accosted while traveling thru the realm of an evil queen, and gets more than even for the harm done him. Of course, it doesn’t hurt to have your own fire breathing dragon around when you need him.
The Viking Princess – fantasy poem
No ordinary princess here, this is a fantasy poem of a Viking princess battle ready, and battle hardened. A “shield maiden” as often called, and just itching for battle.
Chivalry is Never Dead – fantasy poem
“Chivalry is never dead!
hand on hilt to varlet said
“Chivalry will never die
but certainly you will!”
A fantasy poem of a knight without a sense of humor.
The Monolith – science fiction poem
A single monolith stands guard on a far moon to guard a planet from invasion, left by who? This fantasy and science fiction poem tells the story.
The Creature – fantasy poem
A sad fantasy poem of a mythical creature, part dog, part dragon, the last of its kind, slain without need, or thought, and passes into the Great Light of God to be remembered only as a legend.
The Passing of the Beast – fantasy poem
A fantasy poem that mirrors Beauty and the Beast, but here, the Beast perishes – and only then does the woman he has deeply loved realize that she has loved him, as well. A best fantasy poem.
The Woman and the cat – fantasy poem
This fantasy poem about finding a stray kitten on the street saves a lonely woman from her isolation, and brings the cat and her together as a family sharing their mutual love.
The Dance – a romantic fantasy poem
“The Dance” is a fantasy poem of romance almost like a short love story. Written in free verse, it is a fantasy or reality we all have wished for — here symbolized by a romantic dance to a Sinatra tune, between an older, but still very much in love couple. And as they dance, it seems to bring all of that together. A best fantasy poem, and poem of a long and close romance.
Cinderella – fantasy poem
This top rated Cinderella poem is a full version of the story where I was careful to include all the Disney characters, fairy godmother, mice, evil step sisters, grand ball, prince, and glass slipper.
Battle of the Coastal Raiders – fantasy poem
A surprise Viking raid is turned into a complete rout and Viking defeat when the king of the land sets a desperate trap. It is a fantasy poem of courage, battle, and survival.
Das Valkyrie — fantasy poem
A fantasy poem written of the Norse Valkyrie who flew thru the sky seeking dead heroes to fight beside the Gods in Valhalla.
Hansel and Gretel — fantasy poem
The story of Hansel and Gretel getting lost in the woods, taken prisoner by an evil witch, and finally escape — all placed into a fantasy poetry. One of the most popular poems on my website.
Beauty and the Beast – fantasy poem
The story of Beauty and the Beast somewhat in the Disney version put into fantasy poetry.
Star Bender – fantasy poem
Star Bender is a conversation within a dream between an earth mortal, and a Supreme Being, traveling between the stars which asks and answers the questions of who we are, and what is our future.
The Flower – fantasy poem
A fantasy story , in allegory, of a beautiful, but shy woman, trapped by her own loneliness, who meets a man, purely by chance, and of the relationship that builds between them. A personal favorite, and a best fantasy poem, although one of romance.
So Long Ago – fantasy poem
A woman, lost at sea on a ship much like the Titanic, the love of her husband never wanes until he grows old and ghost-like, they are reunited. A very ghostlike feeling permeates this entire fantasy poem and love story. I consider it a best poem.
Arriella – and the Evil Magician – fantasy poem
Arriella is a grand fantasy poem about a beautiful princess kidnapped by an evil magician, and how she is rescued by a brave knight with the help of a magic cloak and magical spells.
The Dream – a fantasy poem
Eery and dreamlike – this fantasy poem tells the story of an older, but still beautiful woman who lives alone, but is guarded by the ghost of a past love.
Dwarf King – narrative fantasy poem
Sparing the life of a lone dwarf, a knight is repaid a hundred times over when the dwarf, a king of his kind, saves the knight and his queen years later. A terrific story and top narrative fantasy poem.
The Good Witch and Errant King – fantasy poem
Convinced all witches are evil a king slays them, and the kingdom suffers greatly. He then seeks forgiveness of a good witch who cures the kingdom “in a stroke of light”. A best fantasy poem.
The Good King and Faithful Knight – fantasy poem
A brave, but older knight falls on hard times, and is accidentally seen by the king, who, shocked at his condition, gives him the life he deserves. A personal favorite fantasy poem.
Rainbow Bridge – fantasy poem
Rainbow Bridge in Norse Mythology is a bridge between earth & the gods. Today, it is where deceased pets wait for their owners passing, and then journey together to Heaven’s Gate.
The Legend of Evermore – fantasy poem
This best fantasy poem answers the question what happened to Tasmerelda? It combines several forms of poetry all into one poem, all flowing easily. A personal favorite.
Alone – fantasy poem
A fantasy poem, in allegory, of a beautiful woman who makes a choice to reject a great love, and pays for it in growing lifelong isolation. A best fantasy poem.
The Lobsters – fantasy poem
My fantasy has always been to purchase a lobster or two, and set them free, far in the deep sea – as a gesture of thanks. This is a fantasy poem and story where such a thing happens.