Vase: A Poetry Collection: A Body Filled With Memory, Desire, and Decades of Womanhood

Vase: Bold, sensual, unflinching. Poems of desire, love, heartbreak, and the fierce power of the female body—celebrating what it holds, creates, and gives.

Suddenly, when faced with endometrial cancer, (Sept. 2025),  it was as if the archive of my life insisted on being seen. The female vessel—the vase that holds so much, creates so much, carries so much—was under threat, and with that came an urgent, electric clarity. My body spoke. My memory stirred. My heart answered.

Vase , by Author Patti Friday, is a daring, intimate collection of poems spanning decades, exploring desire, love, loss, and the fierce, tender power of the female body. Written in a raw, sensual, and sometimes abstract voice, these poems honor the body as vessel, memory, and source of creation, while tracing the joys, heartbreaks, and revelations that shape a woman’s life. From clandestine youthful encounters to mythic reflections on intimacy, Vase celebrates the fullness of living, loving, and being entirely seen.

COPYRIGHT 2007-2025 Patti Friday b.1959.

NEW Canadian Poetry Book for Holiday Gifting 2025 by Author Patti Friday The Pirate Code

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Dear Friends,

In the last 4 weeks I gathered up almost every poem I'd ever written since 2010.  I'm happy to share with you that all of these poems are now in this new book!

Set your compass for uncharted emotional waters. The Pirate Code is a fiercely imaginative collection of poems that blends nautical mythology with intimate inner voyages. Patti Friday explores courage, desire, rebellion, and the hidden laws that govern every heart. From storm-tossed longing to the quiet anchor of hope, each poem reveals the wild territories we dare to claim as our own. Bold, lyrical, and deeply human—this is a treasure map for anyone navigating life’s restless seas.

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Peace Love Create Art Gather,

Patti xo

COPYRIGHT 2007-2025 Patti Friday b.1959.

Christmas Gift Ideas for Children 2025: Lucky the Christmas Mushroom Book by Patti Friday

"Lucky The Christmas Mushroom" is hoping you will make his story part of your holiday traditions!

Pine Tree Island is a magical place. Lucky The Christmas Mushroom lives there. He has a very important seasonal project to wrap up with his team of forest friends! A fun, folktale that is sure to become part of your family's holiday traditions! A festive story for kids of all ages!

Available HERE.

 

COPYRIGHT 2007-2025 Patti Friday b.1959.

NEW Book: Tommie's Tomato Stand by Patti Friday

Love, Laughter, and a Historic Leap Across the Atlantic

Tommie never thought her little farm stand stacked with tomatoes, fresh bread, and pies would place her at the heart of small-town history. But Wasaga Beach in the 1930s was full of surprises. Between barn dances lit with twinkling lights, chocolate tomato soup wedding cake, cousins strumming banjos, and neighbors raising toasts, Tommie discovers not only her love story but also her place in a community bound together by courage and kinship.

Amid the laughter and farm-fresh charm unfolds an extraordinary event: the legendary 1934 transatlantic flight that roared into the skies from Wasaga’s sandy runway. Ordinary people Beachers, farmers, families, tourists, and dreamers played their part in a moment of aviation history that carried the spirit of a small town all the way to England.

Blending humor, folklore, and heartfelt storytelling, Tommie's Tomato Stand is a celebration of family, community, and the way love takes root in the most unexpected places.

COPYRIGHT 2007-2025 Patti Friday b.1959.

NEW Children's Book 'Bakery Bop' by Patti Friday

When the lights go out and the bakery door clicks shut, something magical begins…

Welcome to A.I. Cakes—that’s Absolutely Incredible Cakes—a famous little bakery in a small Ontario town. By day, it’s full of hungry customers and the sweet scent of frosting. But at night? Oh, that’s when the real fun begins!

As the moon rises, cakes come alive—leaping from their display cases and twirling onto the checkered floor. Under the sparkle of a disco ball and flashing spotlights, cupcakes, cheesecakes, Black Forest slices, and more turn the bakery into a wild, whirling ballroom.

Meet this zany gang of frosted, flaky, fabulous treats as they dance the night away doing the waltz, foxtrot, jive and Cha-Cha!

Full of energy, giggles, and sugary sparkle, Bakery Bop is a quirky, delicious romp for early readers—where bedtime means party time, and cake crumbs tell the story.

Order Bakery Bop here

COPYRIGHT 2007-2025 Patti Friday b.1959.

Key Features and Importance of an Author's Backlist

An author's backlist refers to the collection of books or works that the author has published in the past but are not their most recent or actively promoted releases. These works are often older but remain available for readers to purchase and enjoy.

Key Features of an Author's Backlist:

• Past Publications: Includes all previously published titles, whether they are standalone books, series entries, or works in anthologies.
• Diverse Stages of Career: It may include early works, mid-career books, or even well-established classics if the author is notable.
• Sales Potential: A strong backlist can continue generating royalties for an author, especially if new readers discover their current works and seek out older ones.
• Reissues and Updates: Backlist titles can sometimes be reissued with new covers, introductions, or revisions to rekindle interest.

Importance of an Author's Backlist:

• Discoverability: New fans often explore an author’s backlist after enjoying their latest work.
• Revenue: Even if backlist books don’t receive active promotion, they can provide a steady income stream.
• Brand Building: A solid backlist enhances an author’s portfolio and establishes credibility in their genre or field.
• Opportunity for Revival: Popularity in one title might prompt reprints or adaptations of older works.

For authors, a well-maintained backlist can be as important as new releases, helping to sustain their career over the long term.

Patti 

(Here's my current backlist!)

COPYRIGHT 2007-2024 Patti Friday b.1959.