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Author-Poet Aberjhani's Groups
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ARTEANIMA
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The Power of Good Music
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Poetry Collaborations
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Fun Time at the Movies
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Author-Poet Aberjhani's discussions
ELEMENTAL Art and Book Travels to Historic Orangeburg
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Started this discussion. Last reply by Author-Poet Aberjhani Sep 30.
Links to One Author-Poet's World
Christmas When Music Almost Killed the World
Web site for the increasingly popular novel described as a rock and roll metaphysical journey through the wonders of possibility.Songs of the Angelic Gaze by Aberjhani
A collection of angel poems at Poet Seers. These started out as an unnamed series on AuthorsDen and then evolved into the Songs of the Angelic Gaze poem before developing further into the core of the Bridge of Silver Wings Collection.Good Reads and Good Friends
Where some of the most serious bookaholics in the known universe, including Aberjhani, hang out to share literary interests, blogs, poetry, fiction, creative nonfiction, and of course books. Features the ficiton series "Uncut Goodies" by Aberjhani.The Creative Artistry of Luther E. Vann
Meet modern artist Luther E. Vann. Celebrated for his style of applying classic techniques to scenes of modern life, Vann's work will be showcased at the Jepson Center for the Arts in Savannah, Georgia, Spring 2008. His forthcoming book, ELEMENTAL, featurChristmas When Music Almost Killed the World
"Christmas When Music Almost Killed the World" (ISBN 0966235673) combines popular music culture, science fiction fantasy, and horror to create a uniquely engaging metaphysical epic. The story takes us inside the world of Danny Blue, a young man strugglingReading Rumi after September 11, 2001
What do we make of a Jungian therapist's approach to exploring the life of famed popular poet Jelalludin Rumi in the form of a novel? Quite a lot actually.Creative Thinkers International
A free site for creative thinkers and artists of all persuasions. Features photo sharing, blogs, poetry, fiction, bios, news feeds, original articles, videos, links, music uploads, individual profiles, and much more. Trademark is positive slant on use ofThe Smoking Poet Fall 2007 Edition
Online ezine special edition feturing authors Paul Levine and Aberjhani as featured writers. Section on Aberjhani includes new poems along with the 9/11 tribute "Angel of Remembrance: Candles for September 11, 2001."The American Poet Who Went Home Again
Fiction, poems, essays, travel writings, history, Encyclopedia of the Harlem Renaissance, by an American Poet at large.Bright Skylark Literary Productions
Authors Guild site for world author Aberjhani, author of "The Wisdom of W.E.B. Du Bois" and "The Harlem Renaissance Way Down South."Welcome to Aberjhani's Corner at Creative Thinkers International
Author-Poet Aberjhani's Videos
The Nature of Words and WorldTube in My Life
RECENT PUBLISHED WORKS
--May 2008, ELEMENTAL THE POWER OF ILLUMINATED LOVE book of poems featuring art by Luther E. Vann.
--May 2008, THE AMERICAN POET WHO WENT HOME AGAIN book of creative nonfiction, memoir, and literary journalism.
--March 2008, poem “Angel of Hope’s Persistent Flight,” in Poets’ Picturebook Ezine.
--Dec 2007, book of poetry titled THE BRIDGE OF SILVER WINGS.
--November 2007, novel CHRISTMAS WHEN MUSIC ALMOST KILLED THE WORLD (Black Skylark Singing Press)
--September 2007, Launched Creative Thinkers International web site.
MEDIA COVERAGE
--Sept 2008, Grits.com Podcast Interview with Marlive Harris and Luther E. Vann.
--4 June, 2008, review of ELEMENTAL, The Power of Illuminated Love published in CONNECT Savannah.
--March 2008, novel “Blood Kin, A Savannah Story,” featuring a foreword by Aberjhani, hit number four on ESSENCE Magazine Best Sellers List.
--7 March, 2008, featured in news article “A Taxi Writer” in Savannah Morning News.
--12 January, 2008, subject of feature article “Words and Paint” in Savannah Morning News.
--2 December, 2007, “Chase Von Interviews Aberjhani” for the ezine Student Operated Press.
--July 2007, interview with Randall Barfield featured in online ezine POETRY LIFE AND TIMES.
--February 2007, photo featured in "Preview Magazine" feature commemorating exhibit of art by Sam Gilliam at the Telfair Museum in Savannah, Georgia.
PRESENTATIONS, HONORS, & PERFORMANCES
--June 2008, “Man That Poetry Made” featured poem on GotPoetry.com
--April 2008, profiled for National Poetry Month on Peoples’ Lounge website.
--February 2008, presented membership in the Telfair Museum’s Friends of African-American Arts in Savannah, Georgia.
---Fall 2007, Featured Poet in the Smoking Poet Ezine.
--April 2007, joined the Academy of American Poets.
--January 2007, named The Writing Forum Poet of the Month.
--January 2007, presented anonymous sponsorship for Black Skylark Z-Ped Music Player web site on Authors Den.
--May 2006, named "Savannah Poet and Spoken Word Artist of the Year 2006" in CONNECT SAVANNAH Readers' Poll.
--October 19, 2005, joined The Authors Guild, Inc., and The Authors League of America, Inc.
Profile Information
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Author-Poet Aberjhani's Blog
Seal's Timely Version of "A Change is Gonna Come"
(British rocker Seal sings Sam Cooke's classic "A Change is Gonna Come")… Continue
Posted on October 7th, 2008 at 4:30pm — 3 Comments
To Render a Worthwhile Service
Posted on September 25th, 2008 at 5:26pm — 6 Comments
The Politics of the Muse and The Light that Never Dies
Posted on September 16th, 2008 at 3:24pm — 3 Comments
Love and Friendship Rule in "Reign Over Me"
Posted on September 13th, 2008 at 4:00pm — 1 Comment
Waiting Out Hurricane Ike at Grits.com
Posted on September 12th, 2008 at 2:31pm — 1 Comment
Author-Poet Aberjhani's Photos
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For the Love of Power and Stability in Relationships 19 Replies
Note: My thanks to Marlive Harris of Grits.com and author LaConnie Taylor Jones for inviting me to share a few thoughts on this very dangerous topic and to participate in the A Love For All Time...
Tagged: virtual, book, tour, Harris, Marlive
Started by Author-Poet Aberjhani in The Power of Women and Stability in Relationships. Last reply by La Belle Rouge~Poetess Of The Heart~ 1 day ago.
Book Signings
Hello - Although I am excited about my first book signing, I don't personally know or have met anyone, that has had the pleasure of this type of experience. I have prepared a checklist of activiti...
Tagged: book-signing
Started by Joseph J. Breunig 3rd in The CTI News Room Oct 6.
ELEMENTAL Art and Book Travels to Historic Orangeburg 3 Replies
Savannah, Georgia (USA)––A countless number of museum-goers and art lovers from across the globe viewed artist Luther E. Vann’s acclaimed ELEMENTAL exhibit at the Telfair Museum Jepson Center fo...
Tagged: Aberjhani, Museum, Telfair, Luther, E.
Started by Author-Poet Aberjhani in The CTI News Room. Last reply by Author-Poet Aberjhani Sep 30.
The Great CTI Spotlight Artist Quiz 8 Replies
After receiving suggestions that it might be too time-consuming to track down clues pertaining to each CTI Spotlight Artist without knowing who the artist was, we have decided to divide the qui...
Tagged: poets, writers, survey, art, photography
Started by Aberjhani in Creative Thinkers International First Anniversary Celebration (Sept 10-16, 2008). Last reply by Aberjhani Sep 27.
Proposed Calendar of CTI 1st Anniversary Events 16 Replies
Hello Friends of Creative Persuasions–– Below is a preliminary calendar of events scheduled to celebrate Creative Thinkers International’s 1st Anniversary from September 10-16. Please note tha...
Tagged: books, artists, music, authors, international
Started by Aberjhani in Creative Thinkers International First Anniversary Celebration (Sept 10-16, 2008). Last reply by Robby Baby Sep 16.
Groups
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The Path of a Creative Thinker at CTI
CREATIVE THINKERS INTERNATIONAL MEMBERSHIP GUIDELINES
1. Membership at CTI is free and open to all those interested in either the production or appreciation of the creative arts, to include literature, visual art, dance, music, film, spiritual theory, the social sciences, philosophy, general humanities, scientific inquiry, education in general, and other disciplines intended to enhance the quality of life for all humanity.
2. Materials posted by Members of CTI are their sole responsibility and not that of CTI management or any other member of the CTI site.
3. While recognizing that the work of creative artists is often controversial by its very nature, CTI prohibits and discourages the posting of any overtly obscene and intentionally inflammatory material. These include overt pornography, racist diatribes, religious slander, and any postings promoting discrimination against or the oppression of other human beings.
4. In the interest of stimulating creative growth, we encourage dialogue and even debate. However, Members should avoid leaving intentionally offensive or antagonistic remarks on the pages of Fellow Members. We can disagree and still remain a harmonious community.
5. Explore, grow, share, and enjoy your creative success.
Please remember, these guidelines are likely to evolve as the site itself continues to evolve and develop. We welcome and encourage your input. After all, yours are some of the best minds on the planet so we would be very foolish not to listen to what you have to say.
The CTI Admin Team
1. Membership at CTI is free and open to all those interested in either the production or appreciation of the creative arts, to include literature, visual art, dance, music, film, spiritual theory, the social sciences, philosophy, general humanities, scientific inquiry, education in general, and other disciplines intended to enhance the quality of life for all humanity.
2. Materials posted by Members of CTI are their sole responsibility and not that of CTI management or any other member of the CTI site.
3. While recognizing that the work of creative artists is often controversial by its very nature, CTI prohibits and discourages the posting of any overtly obscene and intentionally inflammatory material. These include overt pornography, racist diatribes, religious slander, and any postings promoting discrimination against or the oppression of other human beings.
4. In the interest of stimulating creative growth, we encourage dialogue and even debate. However, Members should avoid leaving intentionally offensive or antagonistic remarks on the pages of Fellow Members. We can disagree and still remain a harmonious community.
5. Explore, grow, share, and enjoy your creative success.
Please remember, these guidelines are likely to evolve as the site itself continues to evolve and develop. We welcome and encourage your input. After all, yours are some of the best minds on the planet so we would be very foolish not to listen to what you have to say.
The CTI Admin Team
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CTI SPOTLIGHT ARTISTS
CTI Spotlight Artist Marne L. Kilates, August 16-31, 2008
Marne L. Kilates, the CTI Spotlight Artist for August 16-31, hails from the Philippines and is the highly regarded editor of “Poet’s Picturebook,” an ezine of exceptionally fine art and literature. He is also a translator and the author of several books, including Mostly In Monsoon Weather. For more about Marne, please visit his profile at http://creativethinkersintl.ning.com/profile/MarneLKilates .
CTI Spotlight Artist Tasha Coleman, August 1-15, 2008
Creative disciplines of virtually every type, from filmmakers and actresses to environmentalists and jazz musicians, are represented at CTI. The poets among us comprise a fairly large number and one of them, Tasha Coleman, is our new CTI Spotlight Artist for August 1-15, 2008. Those who have visited Tasha’s profile and commented on her work know already that she writes with considerable sensitive insight about family life, personal relationships, spirituality, and positive motivation. We invite you to learn more about this college student and native of Georgia by visiting her profile at: http://creativethinkersintl.ning.com/profile/TashaColeman .
CTI Spotlight Artist Georg Edvard Mateos, July 16-31, 2008
The CTI Spotlight Artist for July 16-31, 2008, Georg Edvard Mateos, is the celebrated author of four books, including “The Man on the Grassy Knoll” Trilogy, and “Portrait of a Sad Man.” In addition, since December 2005, he has been among the most prolific and popular members writing on the AuthorsDen website with some 462 titles and 7,215 reviews. His pen is as skilled in classical modes of poetry as it is in modern expressions of prose. To learn more about his profoundly rich life and work, please visit Georg at: http://creativethinkersintl.ning.com/profile/GeorgEdvardMateos
CTI Spotlight Artist Marina, July 1-15, 2008
One of the traditions at CTI that has helped us form a meaningful and yet flexible sense of community is the Spotlight Artist. It is not a competition or popularity contest of any kind but simply a way of drawing greater attention to the creative offerings presented so generously by specific members. Marina, our CTI Spotlight Artist for July 1-15, 2008, hails from Germany and is both one of our most generous sharers, with more than 80 photos at CTI, and one of the first to join our growing community. We could tell you more about her art or her recent travels to Egypt but invite you to discover her world for yourself by clicking on her profile at http://creativethinkersintl.ning.com/profiles/profile/show?id=marina .
CTI Spotlight Artist BlackBirdHyperdrive, June 16-30, 2008
One thing that has not changed at Creative Thinkers International is the sheer abundance of creative individuals and types that populate the CTI community. One of those individuals is the poet known as BlackBirdHyperDrive, our CTI Spotlight Artist for June 16-30. A visit to BlackBirdHyperDrive’s profile and a perusal of his blogs reveals a creative thinker whose works often explore such powerful themes as the transformative power of shared spirituality, philosophical introspection, and romantic perspectives in the lives of individuals as well as the larger society. We invite you to learn more about his words and world by visiting his profile at http://creativethinkersintl.ning.com/profile/BlackBirdHyperDrive
CTI Spotlight Artist Marlive Harris, June 1-15, 2008
Our CTI Spotlight Artist for June 1-15, 2008, Marlive Harris, not only maintains a powerful literary presence on Creative Thinkers International but through her Grits.com site exercises such a presence all over the Internet. Among the many qualities that make Ms. Harris unique, valued, and welcome in various communities is her passion for promoting literary culture in general. She has accomplished this with written reviews, book trailers, podcasts, interviews, promotions, and other effective methods that blend a classical literary sensibility with innovative online technology. We are honored to present her as the new CTI Spotlight artist and invite you to learn more about her by visiting her profile at http://creativethinkersintl.ning.com/profile/MarliveHarris .
CTI Spotlight Artist Robert M, May 16-31, 2008
Versatility is a quality we have come to associate with many of our members and Robert M, our new CTI Spotlight Artist, is one of the most versatile among us. The fortunate visitor to Robert’s profile page gains entry into a world of eclectic musical compositions ranging from classical European melodies and Indian ragas to jazz, rock, and blues. Moreover, as various commentators have noted, enough of his precision-crafted poems adorn the site to fill two or three volumes. We could go on quite a bit about his tailored background images, video choices, and the fact that he has established several groups at CTI. But rather than doing that, we invite you to explore for yourself his created wonders at http://creativethinkersintl.ning.com/profile/RobertM
CTI Spotlight Artist Vickie L. McColley, May 1-15, 2008
As everybody knows, diversity is one of our primary strengths at CTI and the members of our community represent cultures from all over the world. They also represent individuals at different stages of their creative careers and development. One of those members is Victoria L. McColley, known to some as the Romantic Poetess, to others as Groovy Charmer, and to some simply as Vickie. It is our pleasure to present her at this time as the CTI Spotlight Artist for May 1-15, 2008. A long-time member at CTI, Ms. McColley has proven particularly adept at utilizing the site’s many features to enhance and present to the world her own unique vision of creative artistry. In addition to being a member of the CTI community, she also has more than 100 titles on AuthorsDen with more than 1,000 reviews of her writings there. The working title of her forthcoming first poetry collection is “Love Love Love: Poetry from the Heart, Soul & Voice of Love.” For more on the Vickie’s work and world, please visit her profile at http://creativethinkersintl.ning.com/profile/RomanticPoetessVickieMcColley
CTI Spotlight Artist Poetry Life & Times April 16-30, 2008
Our friends at Poetry Life and Times have featured a number of CTI’s members in their e-zine and, on top of that, have now been one of the great champions of modern poetry for some ten years. They actually have the archives to prove it! Their current issue not only honors one of poetry’s nobler traditions with its dedication to our very challenged "brothers and sisters in Tibet, Burma and Darfur,” but remains true to its mission by providing a platform for some of the most vibrant contemporary poetic voices on the planet. It is truly our honor at CTI to present Poetry Life and Times as our Spotlight Artist for April 16-30, 2008. The image of the monk featured as their main page profile image is borrowed from their current issue. To learn more about Poetry Life and Times and how you may submit your own work for publication consideration, please visit them at http://creativethinkersintl.ning.com/profile/PoetryLifeandTimes .
CTI Spotlight Artist Luther E. Vann April 1-15, 2008
Often described as a poet who utilizes visual art to write his poems, Luther E. Vann is an acclaimed artist who was fortunate enough to receive some of his first art instructions from recognized masters of the Harlem Renaissance. Like all artists of note, he shaped what he learned into a style of his own that fuses deeply spiritual imagery, metaphysical philosophy, and strong social realism. After a lifetime of dedication to his craft, his work will go on exhibit at the Telfair Museum in Savannah, Georgia, from April 16-August 17, 2008, and his first book, ELEMENTAL, The Power of Illuminated Love, is scheduled for publication in May. We’re honored for the opportunity to present Vann as the CTI Spotlight Artist for April 1-15 and invite you to visit his profile to learn more about him at
http://creativethinkersintl.ning.com/profile/Weallare111
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The head of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) has deplored the murder of Thai journalist, while stressing that it is vital for the future of press freedom in the South-East Asian nation for the perpetrators of the attack to be brought to justice.Ban delighted Nobel Peace Prize awarded to "long-standing" ally for peace
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The top United Nations official in Iraq today strongly condemned the assassination of an Iraqi member of parliament, Saleh al-Auqaeil.Ban concerned over Zimbabwe impasse, urges parties to reach deal soon
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Extrajudicial killings, torture and arbitrary arrests, mostly attributed to the defence and security forces and encouraged by a culture of impunity, have contributed to a considerable deterioration in human rights in the Central African Republic (CAR), according to a United Nations report released today.UNICEF Ambassadors, The Wiggles, use jingle to encourage kids to wash hands
Popular Australian childrens entertainers and United Nations Childrens Fund (UNICEF) Goodwill Ambassadors, The Wiggles, have created a catchy tune to help motivate millions of children worldwide to transform the mundane act of handwashing into an enjoyable habit, thereby improving hygiene and reducing the risk of disease.Financial turmoil could usher in new green era, says top UN climate official
The current global market crisis could provide an opportunity for the world financial system to reconstruct itself to promote "green" growth, the top United Nations climate change official said today in New York.Haiti in desperate need of socio-economic development, stresses UN envoy
The recovery and humanitarian relief efforts in Haiti - an impoverished country devastated recently by four successive storms in as many weeks - will not succeed unless the international community addresses the nations social and economic crisis, a senior United Nations official stressed today.© 2008 Created by Aberjhani
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Afrika Midnight Asha Abney
Free at last...
those words pronounced so fervently,
so passionately with love,
but punctuated with a gunshot and slain.
Free at last...
those words that stay with me,
despite them being slain,
by an assailant,
who's mind was closed,
to what was the pain,
of those who were not free,
those who wished to be,
set free under this kings words.
...thank God all mighty,
free at last!
Free at last,
free at last,
thank God all mighty,
free at last!
Let us reverberate these words,
in the echoes of our heart,
the power of these words,
never to depart.
Let these words puncutate in peace,
the meaning of our soul,
not left in the punctuation of a gunshot,
a punctuation of violence,
a violence beyond control.
SING IT TO ME MY BROTHER!!
SING IT TO ME MY SISTER!!!
...the meaning of those words,
those words that free us at last
...to be free at last,
free at last
...THANK GOD ALL MIGHTY,
FREE AT LAST!!
I have this in my blog, but I thought you might like it on your page
Be well, friend :)
It's really nice that CTI has had such tangible benefits for me. My groups, my friendship with poetess, and now a prize pack! It's rare that something on the net has such tangible benefits for you :)
OH!! Check out what poetess posted as a response to my post "Bridge" at the Gothic Group! IT is SOOO cool! It's "Groovy!" LOL The end is hilarious too, one of those unexpected things LOL LOL
Robby baby
Have a great night!
Robby Baby
I am a humble engineer by profession. This background might seem entirely unconnected with the world of art, but for decades I have been wielding the brushes as a hobby.
I believe we are all creative, we are all great and there is enough for everyone. I believe in the positive thinking and stress free living and in the balance of all things.
Presently I am travelling in the USA and will be back home in Mumbai, India . Upon my return I will update my site.Keep in touch,
god Bless.
to be cast upon the sacredness of loves blade,
I will be there for the sacrifice,
to hold that word up to heaven,
and say "Here lies that word of hate,
that word of scorn,
that upon the shores of the world,
is now so utterly shorn."
When I cast that word of hate upon the wind,
I will take joy when all those who spoke that word rescind,
from the utterance of that word,
that spread its seed of scorn upon the space,
of the wind that took its rounds all apace,
around the world,
spreading sin.
Let us make haste,
to sacrifice this word of hate,
upon the altar of our love,
to cast it on a funeral pyre,
and take it to its final resting place,
by a dove of peace,
to be transformed into a word of peace,
in the restful heavens above.
A poetic gift for you, off the cuff :)
Have a wonderful night :)
That is a very nice presentation of your favorite quote :)
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