They Sent a Cat to Saturn

Description Share Post They Sent a Cat to Saturn Poems by Valerie Bloom, illustrated by Ken Wilson- Max (Otter-Barry Books) What are ‘boonoonoos‘? Then again, what is ‘swullocking‘? In Brave New Words, Valerie Bloom resolves to learn ‘a new word every day‘ in order ‘to impress, make people stare‘ Thereafter, readers can learn the meanings of her selection. However, they are only a start… Might there be words to learn to prove that you’re not different? What if you do that, but prove only that you belong anyway? Then again, what of idioms? Strange instructions that make no sense? Furthermore, what about poetry creations? Maybe creating a pensée sequence, following the poet’s example? They Sent a Cat to Saturn is a superb collection of poetry. Each work is accessible, demands reader participation, interest and reaction. The elegance of form is superb. For example, the verse within the Little Light Relief section, offer opportunity to recite and learn. What about Good Excuse or Bandanas, Wraps and Boas? Like Stars With Flaming Tails, the poet’s CLiPPA award winning title, They Sent a Cat to Saturn is a poetry title to read, repeat and read anew. Bookwagon is so proud to recommend this book of poems.