The following are reviews from readers who have purchased J. Allen's first book, BEFORE DARKNESS FALLS as well  as some commentary on some of his poetry.

People who bought this book also bought:

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Loving through Heartsongs (Heartsong Series) Mattie J.T. Stepanek, Mattie J. Stepanek (Illustrator), Foreword by Maya Angelou

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Celebrate Through Heartsongs Mattie J.T. Stepanek, Mattie J. Stepanek (Illustrator), Foreword by Jerry Lewis

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Tales and Poems of Edgar Allan Poe (Collector's Library) Edgar Allan Poe, David Pinching (Afterword)

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Leaves of Grass Walt Whitman

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Why I Wake Early: New Poems Mary Oliver

 'Before Darkness Falls,' leaves the want of more, never to stop reading. If this exquisite collection of poetic artistry, with the special personal introduction to each poem, was read by all, the darkness falling now upon us, the bloodshed, prejudices, emptiness and negativity would extinguish itself, uniting the world, with peace, happiness and the springtime of love, to fill and consume each heart, soul and mind. Tracey O.

Also recommended: There are all so many. Allen's poetry gives the gift of himself in every poem to carry within and treasure for a lifetime and beyond. He has a beautiful insight to Love and Peace. Thank You Allen. You've changed my life for the best.

Tracey (spaceylin@yahoo.com), Grateful to all military personel, February 21, 2005,

'Before Darkness Falls' by, J. Allen Wilson

'Before Darkness Falls', opens the closed hearts, souls and minds, bringing an enlightening awareness to the beauty of precious life, filling all with a desire to reach out to all to respect, help and admire. Allen places himself in all realms of emotions of life, passionately conveying them tenderly. His pen presses against the paper differently in each poem, yet maintains an ever touching, graceful continuity. His words bring to the surface all the emotions anyone may feel at some point in their life. Eliminating the segregation of society with the appreciation for all life, as was equally given. 'Before Darkness Falls' touches on controversial issues, bearing both sides with a hope to lessen the selfish actions of haste. Completing, with poetry that frolics with the gaiety of refreshing love. He brings forth the joy of love, hope, light and comfort, to fill the emptiness of times in life that is all too easily filled with darkness. Allen's sensitivity seen with the eyes of his heart, flows directly to the reader's, as if the same blood flows in the two. 'Before Darkness Falls', leaves the want of more, never to stop reading. If this exquisite collection of poetic artistry, with the special personal introduction to each poem, was read by all, the darkness falling now upon us, the bloodshed, prejudices, emptiness and negativity, would extinguish itself, uniting the world, with peace, happiness and the springtime of love, to fill and consume each heart, soul and mind. Tracey O.

Also recommended: There are way too many titles of his poetry to name. Allen is a wonderful artist, I could read his works on and on.

Steven, Not the well know Steven., November 29, 2004,

Great Poems and True Life Readings

One of the best books I have read that is base upon poems an true life Experiences. I recommend this book to all readers , yong and old. A delightful fun filled imitative book.

A reviewer, a regular 'Joe', November 12, 2004,

Pleasantly surprised!

I am not a big fan of poetry but a friend convinced me to read some of Before Darkness Falls. I had to give it 5 stars because the writings were so unique and interesting I continued to read the entire book! I am looking forward to J. Allen Wilson's next one.

RESPONSES TO INDIVIDUAL POETRY

The following are reviews from readers who have purchased J. Allen's first book, BEFORE DARKNESS FALLS as well  as some commentary on some of his poetry.

People who bought this book also bought:

•

Loving through Heartsongs (Heartsong Series) Mattie J.T. Stepanek, Mattie J. Stepanek (Illustrator), Foreword by Maya Angelou

•

Celebrate Through Heartsongs Mattie J.T. Stepanek, Mattie J. Stepanek (Illustrator), Foreword by Jerry Lewis

•

Tales and Poems of Edgar Allan Poe (Collector's Library) Edgar Allan Poe, David Pinching (Afterword)

•

Leaves of Grass Walt Whitman

•

Why I Wake Early: New Poems Mary Oliver

 'Before Darkness Falls,' leaves the want of more, never to stop reading. If this exquisite collection of poetic artistry, with the special personal introduction to each poem, was read by all, the darkness falling now upon us, the bloodshed, prejudices, emptiness and negativity would extinguish itself, uniting the world, with peace, happiness and the springtime of love, to fill and consume each heart, soul and mind. Tracey O.

Also recommended: There are all so many. Allen's poetry gives the gift of himself in every poem to carry within and treasure for a lifetime and beyond. He has a beautiful insight to Love and Peace. Thank You Allen. You've changed my life for the best.

Tracey (spaceylin@yahoo.com), Grateful to all military personel, February 21, 2005,

'Before Darkness Falls' by, J. Allen Wilson

'Before Darkness Falls', opens the closed hearts, souls and minds, bringing an enlightening awareness to the beauty of precious life, filling all with a desire to reach out to all to respect, help and admire. Allen places himself in all realms of emotions of life, passionately conveying them tenderly. His pen presses against the paper differently in each poem, yet maintains an ever touching, graceful continuity. His words bring to the surface all the emotions anyone may feel at some point in their life. Eliminating the segregation of society with the appreciation for all life, as was equally given. 'Before Darkness Falls' touches on controversial issues, bearing both sides with a hope to lessen the selfish actions of haste. Completing, with poetry that frolics with the gaiety of refreshing love. He brings forth the joy of love, hope, light and comfort, to fill the emptiness of times in life that is all too easily filled with darkness. Allen's sensitivity seen with the eyes of his heart, flows directly to the reader's, as if the same blood flows in the two. 'Before Darkness Falls', leaves the want of more, never to stop reading. If this exquisite collection of poetic artistry, with the special personal introduction to each poem, was read by all, the darkness falling now upon us, the bloodshed, prejudices, emptiness and negativity, would extinguish itself, uniting the world, with peace, happiness and the springtime of love, to fill and consume each heart, soul and mind. Tracey O.

Also recommended: There are way too many titles of his poetry to name. Allen is a wonderful artist, I could read his works on and on.

Steven, Not the well know Steven., November 29, 2004,

Great Poems and True Life Readings

One of the best books I have read that is base upon poems an true life Experiences. I recommend this book to all readers , yong and old. A delightful fun filled imitative book.

A reviewer, a regular 'Joe', November 12, 2004,

Pleasantly surprised!

I am not a big fan of poetry but a friend convinced me to read some of Before Darkness Falls. I had to give it 5 stars because the writings were so unique and interesting I continued to read the entire book! I am looking forward to J. Allen Wilson's next one.

RESPONSES TO INDIVIDUAL POETRY