Presenting to you my most recent reviews on Amazon. Thank you so much,
beautiful people. I cannot thank you enough for taking the time to do this.
Please scroll down for a Bonus poem *wink*
✅- Saadiya 5.0 out of 5 stars
A beautiful book of poetry that will make you believe in humanity again
Reviewed in the United States on July 25, 2023
Selma i A poet extraordinaire who has such a tender heart that it’s love for
nature spills out Selma is her poetry with every poem she writes. Her kindness
shines through her soft words and tender phrases when she addresses her
fellow human beings. A poetry book that will restore your faith in human
kindness and love.
✅- Colleen 5.0 out of 5 stars
Poetry that touches the heart and mind.
Reviewed in the United States on July 23, 2023
In the introduction of Selma’s debut poetry book, In the Shadow of Rainbows,
she shares her truths:
“The events that left imprints on me happened in my head and helped me to live
a reality that was felt.”
In_The_Shadow_of_Rainbows. Kindle Edition.
From the shadows and into the transformative light of rainbows, Selma’s poetry
emerges to make connections between her experiences and her readers. For a
time, we step into her shoes and see through her eyes. She encourages us to…
“come with her, I’ll help you find your poem…”
There’s something here for everyone. The poem, “Song for Kenji,” spoke to my
love of nature. “The House,” reminded me of the things we like to bury from our
past; and “You Know Her,” reminded me to pause and be grateful for each new day.
Selma’s words flow seamlessly, and her poems are filled with vivid imagery.
I took my time savoring this poetry. I let each poem roll around in my heart and
mind. Selma’s message is to motivate us to be the best we can be, and to live a
life full of right intentions, and to show our love for others. This positive message
resonates throughout the book.
✅- Lynn 5.0 out of 5 stars
Poetry to sing in the rain!
Reviewed in the United States on July 26, 2023
Selma’s poetry is real and relatable. Her writing explores both beauty and
brokenness. Her poems acknowledge life’s shadows and storm clouds but
through the tears, we might just see a rainbow shining through. As Selma
says in her introduction, “I’m confident that one poem in this book will take
your hand, reunite you with your echo and take you home.” I definitely found
more than one to take my hand; in fact my list of “favorites” would get too
long for this brief review!
Dreams they grow and they flow in black and white your deepest secrets show in shadows hid in darkest nights. Could there be escape from unearthly plight? Is it sunlight, or are you caught in headlight beams- rooted, incapable of fight or flight? Face your demons - dodge sting & bite, that chase and scare one so. Keep aim on light whence you go with glow teem © 2022 selmamartin.com
Thanks so much for blessing me with these gorgeous reviews that make the
journey all the more delicious. I bless you all.
Stay in the shade, dear friends, and let’s continue asking the universe for cool
and gentle rain to look favorably on our lands. xoxo
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Great reviews. Loved your poem.
So happy you liked it, Diana. Sending you cool breezes that just blew in last night. Stay cool, dear friend. xoxo
Awesome reviews Selma dear.
Thanks, Sadje. You are precious. xoxo
You’re most welcome
Wonderful review and amazing poem, Selma. Love it. 💕
Thanks, sweet Grace. xoxo
You are so welcome.💕
Congratulations! It’s a stunning collection! ♥️💕🫶
Sweetness of you. Thanks dearly. xoxo
💕♥️💕
wonderful reviews and a beautiful poem, Selma.
congratulations 🎉🤍
Thanks, Destiny. Glad you liked the poem xoxo
always a pleasure 🤍
Woo hoo!
I love your words. Blessings, Beth.
Goodness, Selma, congratulations from the bottom of my heart. I just got the book 2 mins ago and I look forward to reading it.
xoxo
Aww, you are sweet. Thanks dearly. I appreciate it more than you can imagine. Bless you for that. Looking forward to your thoughts.
Sending cool breezes your way: some just blew in with the rain last night. xoxo Stay cool.
My pleasure dearest Selma. I can’t wait to read it. Thank you for the love, the blessings, and the breeze hon. Lots of love ❤️
A beautiful review of an extraordinary book! <3 A lively, encouraging poem, Selma!
So happy you liked it, dear Cheryl.
Oh, we got rain last night–finally–basking in the coolness. Sending you some too. xoxo
So happy you got some much-needed rain, Selma! <3
Nice reviews!
Yes, these make me so happy. Thanks for reading and commenting, dear Raj. xo
Thanks,Selma
Wonderful reviews. Keep them coming 🌹
Kajal, you are the sweetest. Thanks for celebrating these with me. xoxo
Fantastic, Selma! 💕🙂
I’m honored indeed, dear Harmony. Thank you. xoxo
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Congrats on the wonderful reviews, Selma! Your exquisite book is so deserving, and I love your poem at the end. So happy for the success coming your way! xoxo
How thrilling for you to see your book out there, getting read! I am excited to get to it. The summer heat motivates me to stay inside and get some reading done. 😊
Beautiful, Selma! Congratulations on the positive reviews!