BETTER LEFT UNSAID

About the Book

BETTER LEFT UNSAID is a poetic statement of unabashed courage that dares plumb the waters of self and other-examination while also relating universal relevancy, a place where even “tainted certainty” must be acknowledged. Hoover’s images are at once clear and precise. The works combine both subtle and raking sounds to produce a genuinely holistic experience. Michael J. Hoover is a master of symbol, irony and tempered, periodically restrained, tone; his commentary ranges from the serenade of heart’s song through the satirical to the sardonic. His vision acknowledges an acceptance of “God’s purse where there is no change.”

About the Author

Michael J. Hoover is a master of symbol, irony and tempered, periodically restrained, tone; his commentary ranges from the serenade of heart’s song through the sati rical to the sardonic. His vision acknowledges an acceptance of “God’s purse where there is no change.” Pushcart Prize nominee and award winning poet, Michael J. Hoover is co-founding editor of Hanover Poets’ literary journal Digges’ Choice. He is regularly featured at Pennsylvania and Maryland venues. Serving as Poet Laureate of the Greater Hanover Area from 2007-2009, he wrote a weekly column on poetry for The Evening Sun, soon to be published as a collection. Master educator of English who also advises a literary and art magazine and sponsors openmic nights for students and adults, Hoover is a published and gallery-shown photographer and proud father of three grown children.