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40 Poems At 40 Paperback – 7 Feb. 2022

by Ingrid Wilson (Author)
5.0 out of 5 stars 11 ratings
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A short poetry collection containing 40 poems of personal growth, written from the perspective of the poet at 40 years old.
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  1. ISBN-10
    173975770X
  2. ISBN-13
    978-1739757700
  3. Publication date
    7 Feb. 2022
  4. Language
    English
  5. Dimensions
    15.24 x 0.46 x 22.86 cm
  6. Print length
    70 pages
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"Ingrid's poetry soars to the sky when the seasons change. It dwells in the most secret corners of the soul when dark moments knock on the door."

- Gabriela Marie Milton, author, Woman: Splendor and Sorrow


"Her work is charted, landscaped, travelled, explorative and laden with adventure."

- Nick Reeves, author, Archery In The UK

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Experiments in Fiction
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ 7 Feb. 2022
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 70 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 173975770X
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1739757700
  • Item weight ‏ : ‎ 113 g
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 15.24 x 0.46 x 22.86 cm
  • Best Sellers Rank: 1,320,669 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • Customer reviews:
    5.0 out of 5 stars 11 ratings

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Ingrid Wilson

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Ingrid is the owner and editor of the publishing house Experiments in Fiction, which takes its name from her popular blog. She has been writing poetry since childhood, and more recently has launched her passion for writing into a career.

A featured contributor at MasticadoresUSA, and bartender at dVerse Poets’ Pub, Ingrid has had her writing published in many online publications and print journals. In July 2021, she published 'The Anthropocene Hymnal,' a poetry anthology representing a response to the climate and ecological crisis. She published her first solo poetry collection, 40 Poems at 40, via EIF in February 2022.

You can find her on Twitter @Experimentsinfc and Instagram @Experimentsinfiction.

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5 out of 5 stars
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A trove for those of us learning to live and to love.
5 out of 5 stars
A trove for those of us learning to live and to love.
40 Poems… is poetry of place and space, and here lie the clues and the beauty to Wilson’s poetry. Her work is charted, landscaped, travelled, explorative and laden with adventure. There are bright, sad, dreamy postcards telling of the beauty of Barcelona, the slate-grey, but singing, county of Cumbria, Malaga, ‘the emptiness’ of Manchester, ‘the fields’ of London, ‘the ancient pasts’ of Newcastle, the mysterious beauty of Slovenia, Venice and its lullaby… lapping water is never far from her ear. A reflective, rich debut that reveals, in startling images and with dextrous word-play, a trove for those of us learning to live and to love.
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  • Queen bee
    5.0 out of 5 stars So many favourite poems. This book is a gem!
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 11 April 2022
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    I am not an avid poetry reader. TBH I have several poetry books bought in support of talented friends that have stayed on my shelves barely touched but 40 Poems at Forty is a collection I keep close to hand so I can read these beautiful poems again and again. I keep changing my favourites as I fall in love with yet another one. I read them all in one greedy sitting - then I went back to take small sips. They remind me of a changing sky and landscape - light then shade, wondrous, playful, poignant. So much to love about this book.
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  • A W
    5.0 out of 5 stars Inspiring and truly touching emotionally
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 13 July 2022
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    The author is happy to share her journey through her art. I felt her joys and sadness, and optimism for the future. One of the most engrossing books of poetry I have read to be honest!

    On my 40th birthday, I think I probably ate well and drank wine. Ingrid Wilson has left a us legacy of that awakening moment in both words and genuine feelings! Truly Inspiring… thank you!
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    5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 14 March 2022
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    Excellent collection of poetry from a wonderful author. Highly recommended.
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  • Nick
    5.0 out of 5 stars A trove for those of us learning to live and to love.
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 4 March 2022
    Format: Paperback
    40 Poems… is poetry of place and space, and here lie the clues and the beauty to Wilson’s poetry. Her work is charted, landscaped, travelled, explorative and laden with adventure. There are bright, sad, dreamy postcards telling of the beauty of Barcelona, the slate-grey, but singing, county of Cumbria, Malaga, ‘the emptiness’ of Manchester, ‘the fields’ of London, ‘the ancient pasts’ of Newcastle, the mysterious beauty of Slovenia, Venice and its lullaby… lapping water is never far from her ear.

    A reflective, rich debut that reveals, in startling images and with dextrous word-play, a trove for those of us learning to live and to love.
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    5.0 out of 5 stars
    A trove for those of us learning to live and to love.

    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 4 March 2022
    40 Poems… is poetry of place and space, and here lie the clues and the beauty to Wilson’s poetry. Her work is charted, landscaped, travelled, explorative and laden with adventure. There are bright, sad, dreamy postcards telling of the beauty of Barcelona, the slate-grey, but singing, county of Cumbria, Malaga, ‘the emptiness’ of Manchester, ‘the fields’ of London, ‘the ancient pasts’ of Newcastle, the mysterious beauty of Slovenia, Venice and its lullaby… lapping water is never far from her ear.

    A reflective, rich debut that reveals, in startling images and with dextrous word-play, a trove for those of us learning to live and to love.
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  • Selma in Japan
    5.0 out of 5 stars Wowed by author's confidence to put her words out there to help others.
    Reviewed in Japan on 30 March 2022
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    This is not the first time I've purchased a book by this author. As an enthusiast of the written word and passionate about material on the environment and ways to learn how to do the right thing for our planet, I first came upon Ms. Wilson's first book, an anthology, "The Anthropocene Hymnal. Songs of a Self-defining Era." Wow, the caliber of talented poets was readily evident to me. That book got me all teary-eyed in how I related to the things the authors described in their world. All of them. 
    But when I read the poem entitled "Leave a Light Footprint" by Ingrid Wilson, I knew then that this was someone whose words I wanted to continue to read. My soul connected with Ingrid Wilson's work, and so I followed the author. 
    And now, she has published a solo book, and I couldn't be happier. 40 Poems at 40 by Ingrid Wilson has my respect. I took my time reading this one, delved deep, and found more about the human behind the lovely words. The poetry collection pleased my heart, and my respect grew knowing how she went from self-loathing to self-acceptance and how that gave her the confidence to put her words out there for other people who might also be going through similar situations. 
    I was especially touched by the poems about the sea-- tremendously, but equally moved by "Poem to My Children," "Solstice of The Heart," and "Holding Up The Sky." 
    40 Poems at 40 by Ingrid Wilson is not as long as the first one, but there's no doubt that it's equally satisfying. But you'll just have to purchase it to find out for yourself. 
    I highly recommend this book and the one that I mentioned first. I bought the paperback on both books, and I'm happy to see and touch them to continue feeling connected to the aura of the author. I will continue to support this author going forward. Satisfied customer in Japan, Selma.
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    Selma in Japan
    5.0 out of 5 stars
    Wowed by author's confidence to put her words out there to help others.

    Reviewed in Japan on 30 March 2022
    This is not the first time I've purchased a book by this author. As an enthusiast of the written word and passionate about material on the environment and ways to learn how to do the right thing for our planet, I first came upon Ms. Wilson's first book, an anthology, "The Anthropocene Hymnal. Songs of a Self-defining Era." Wow, the caliber of talented poets was readily evident to me. That book got me all teary-eyed in how I related to the things the authors described in their world. All of them. 
    But when I read the poem entitled "Leave a Light Footprint" by Ingrid Wilson, I knew then that this was someone whose words I wanted to continue to read. My soul connected with Ingrid Wilson's work, and so I followed the author. 
    And now, she has published a solo book, and I couldn't be happier. 40 Poems at 40 by Ingrid Wilson has my respect. I took my time reading this one, delved deep, and found more about the human behind the lovely words. The poetry collection pleased my heart, and my respect grew knowing how she went from self-loathing to self-acceptance and how that gave her the confidence to put her words out there for other people who might also be going through similar situations. 
    I was especially touched by the poems about the sea-- tremendously, but equally moved by "Poem to My Children," "Solstice of The Heart," and "Holding Up The Sky." 
    40 Poems at 40 by Ingrid Wilson is not as long as the first one, but there's no doubt that it's equally satisfying. But you'll just have to purchase it to find out for yourself. 
    I highly recommend this book and the one that I mentioned first. I bought the paperback on both books, and I'm happy to see and touch them to continue feeling connected to the aura of the author. I will continue to support this author going forward. Satisfied customer in Japan, Selma.
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  • Cheryl Batavia
    5.0 out of 5 stars A Celebration of the First 40 Years
    Reviewed in the United States on 12 February 2022
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    40 Poems At 40, Ingrid Wilson's collection of eloquent semi-auto-biographical poems, celebrates a significant milestone, her fortieth birthday. Wilson doesn't shy away from dealing honestly with the difficult periods and devastating events of her life. More than a mere survivor, she has triumphed over adversity, and her poems chronicle her experiences in a most uplifting manner. Ingrid's poems provide encouragement to the rest of us in all the struggles of our lives.

    Some of Wilson's poems reflect on the beauty of nature and her love for her children in a very sensitive and profound way. She speaks with affection about her childhood home in England to which she has recently returned from life abroad.

    Ingrid Wilson is an absolutely brilliant writer, but she is also a generous and loving human being. Her humanity shines in this stunning poetry collection.
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  • Dawn Pisturino
    5.0 out of 5 stars Five Star Review
    Reviewed in the United States on 25 November 2022
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    In this collection of poems commemorating Ingrid's fortieth birthday, we are given a glimpse into the mind, heart, and soul of an incredibly talented and articulate poet. Ingrid contemplates the misgivings and successes of her own life in astounding verses that speak to the minds, hearts, and souls of her readers. Her honest examination of herself and her world can be summed up here:
    "As my own treasure house is my own soul
    I have fought long, I have fought hard to keep it
    and in self-keeping, still my dreams are whole.
    I have fought long, I have fought hard to keep it
    you cannot have it now, e'en if you would:
    it's my reward, and only I shall reap it."
    Ingrid has her own publishing business now, the fulfillment of a lifelong dream.
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  • Michele Lee
    5.0 out of 5 stars Ingrid's celebratory collection is a poetic gift for readers!
    Reviewed in the United States on 22 March 2022
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    Written to celebrate turning forty, poetess Ingrid has gifted the world with her reflective poetry that covers a wide range of subjects. Her poems are relatable and universal, yet they distinctly deliver her unique poetic style and personal journeys, including travels. She is an intuitive and talented writer, and her collection is a must read!
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  • Merril D. Smith
    5.0 out of 5 stars Heartfelt "Word-Music"
    Reviewed in the United States on 11 July 2022
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    Ingrid Wilson's poems take readers on a journey--England, Spain, Venice, and more. We feel the joys of love, broken hearts, and family grief and joys. Her heart-felt poems are indeed forms of "word-music." They are both accessible and eloquent.
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