'Spirits Of The Old Square - the things that go bump in a French Quarter night' is available NOW!

Now available! 'Spirits of the Old Square: The Things That Go Bump in a French Quarter Night'

...There is precariousness in the French Quarter - death, madness,
and many things that cannot be explained. 'Spirits of the Old Square'
is a collection of poetry and photographs, as well as one short story,
inspired by some of New Orleans' more eerie residents: ghosts,
vampires, graveyard wanderers, and other things that go bump in a
French Quarter night...

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'Dark Days, White City' now available at Quimby's Bookstore in Chicago!

'Dark Days, White City' my collection of Chicago-inspired poetry 
and photos (with one short story) is now available for sale at 
Quimby's Bookstore in Wicker Park located at 1854 W. North Ave., 
Chicago!

Love for 'French Quarter Rain' on Amazon!

Love

By A. Russell on August 4, 2015
Format: Kindle Edition
I have two New Orleans poetry books by this author and adore them both. 
French Quarter Rain is a feast of crafted phrases and words spun together 
to transport me to my beloved Nola.

Fabulous Poetry about the French Quarter

By Dawna L.B. on September 9, 2015
Format: Paperback

Miss Falina's Books capture the true Essence of New Orleans...
The city stole my heart, and this book rekindles the passion every time I 
read it.

By smeedie on April 23, 2015
Format: Paperback

I have visited New Orleans & every time I open one of Melanie's 
books it takes me right back!

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New 5-star review of 'Gaslit Shadows'

By Teri N. on September 9, 2015
Format: Paperback
Having lived in Nawlin's when I was younger 
I can relate to the love that Melanie has for 
the Crescent City. These poems brought back 
wonderful memories of my time in the city and 
reignited a yearning for the mystery and intrigue 
of the Big Easy.

Order yours here! 

New 5-star review for 'Vieux Carré Days'

"So Very Nola"
By A. Russell on August 4, 2015
Format: Kindle Edition
I adore this book! When I'm missing nola I 
curl up with this and a cup of coffee and I'm 
*there*. Evocative, sultry and sexy; this petite 
book of poetry is phenomenal.

Order yours here! 

New 5-star review for 'Dark Days, White City'

By Teri N.on September 9, 2015
Format: Paperback
Beautifully written, heart felt musings about a 
city that generally gets a bad rap. It takes on a 
whole different dimension through the eyes of 
someone who loves where they live and brings 
that love to the readers.

Order yours here!

A new 5-star Amazon review for 'Dark Days, White City'

July 17, 2015
Format: Paperback

I really enjoyed reading this collection 
of poems by Melanie P. Falina. 
"Dark Days, White City" does a wonderful 
job of capturing the harshness of Chicago’s 
winters and at the same time the beauty of 
them. The photos that she's included are 
beautiful. I highly recommend reading it, 
you'll enjoy it!

Order yours by
clicking HERE. 

A wonderful new 5-star review for 'Dark Days, White City' on Amazon...

June 28, 2015 via Amazon.comFormat: Paperback

The poems in “Dark Days, White City” capture Falina’s memories and sentiments as well as the harshness of Chicago’s winters. The intensity of such extreme weather is described in vivid detail, yet manages to convey a sense of elegance as well. The accompanying photos are beautiful, and they remind us that beauty can be found in bitter circumstances. An added bonus are the older works found at the end of the book. I especially enjoyed the mysterious story “In search of Peacock Alley.” It left me wanting to read more.

A new 5-star review for 'Vieux Carre Days' - "Imaginative and moving!"

A wonderful new Amazon review for Vieux Carre Days:June 18, 2015
Format: Paperback
Excellent writing! Very moving! 
Takes me there and brings back memories :)
Love the perspective, very imaginative! 
Gonna grab all her books and can't wait for the next one!

Sent in by a reader...

'Crescent City Fog' is in good company. :) 

Another happy reader!

Another happy reader with her copy of 
'French Quarter Rain.'

Order yours here:  http://www.amazon.com/French-Quarter-Rain-inspired-Orleans/dp/1500440760/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1430325770&sr=8-1&keywords=french+quarter+rain

A new 5-star review for 'French Quarter Rain'...

A new 5-star review for 'French Quarter Rain' on Amazon.com!

April 23, 2015
Format: Paperback

"I have visited New Orleans & every time I open one of 
Melanie Falina's books it takes me right back!"

Order yours here:  http://www.amazon.com/French-Quarter-Rain-inspired-Orleans/dp/1500440760/ref=sr_1_6?ie=UTF8&qid=1430068631&sr=8-6&keywords=melanie+p+falina

A new 5-star review for 'Dark Days, White City'...

Check out the new 5-star review for 'Dark Days, White City' on Amazon.com!

April 26, 2015
Format: Paperback

"I thoroughly enjoy reading these poems; Melanie captures both the soft beauty 
and the desolate bleakness of winter, feelings that we can all relate to during 
this bitter season. The photos along with the poems are a wonderful addition 
of wintry chill."

Purchase yours here: http://www.amazon.com/Dark-Days-White-City-Inspired/dp/1511402199/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1430068631&sr=8-1&keywords=melanie+p+falina

'Whispers In The Courtyard' is here! 80-New Orleans inspired poems all in one book!

As my four books of poetry were published individually some people asked if there would one day be a printing of all four together - like an anthology. Well, that day has arrived! 

If you'd rather read all the poetry from 'Gaslit Shadows,' 'French Quarter Rain,' 'Crescent City Fog,' and 'Vieux Carré Days' (80 poems in all) in one book rather than purchasing four separate books then 'Whispers In The Courtyard' is for you!

(And it makes a great gift for NOLA-lovers too!)

Click here! 

Autographed copies of 'Gaslit Shadows' and 'French Quarter Rain' at New Orleans-area Barnes & Noble...

There are autographed copies of both 'Gaslit Shadows' and 'French Quarter Rain' 

available at Barnes & Noble in Mandeville, Louisiana...

If you're in the area stop on in:

3414 Highway 190 Suite 10, Premier Center II, Premier Centre, Mandeville, LA 70471

(985) 626-8884

'Dark Days, White City' is here! Poetry inspired by Chicago during its winter season...

'Dark Days, White City' is here! Poetry inspired by Chicago during its 
winter season...30+ poems and several photographs which tell the story of winter in 
Chicago - order your here! 

A new 5-star review for 'Vieux Carre Days: Poems Inspired by New Orleans'

There's a new 5-star review for 'Vieux Carre Days: Poems Inspired by New Orleans' 
posted on Amazon...

"Beautifully written, capturing the emotions and visions of a place that I have 
never been, but feel so close to."

Get yours here:  http://www.amazon.com/Melanie-P.-Falina/e/B00OCWSNX8/ref=dp_byline_cont_book_1

More of my poetry around the world!

#NolaToMiamiBeach ...A happy reader on the beach with 'Gaslit
Shadows.'  Keep the photos coming!

My books are available here:  http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss_1?url=search-alias%3Daps&field-keywords=melanie+p+falina

My books in London!

Another happy reader had my books with them
while they were out and about on a lovely day
in London recently and shared the photos with
me!
(I love this trend...please keep the photos coming!)
#NOLAtoLondon

Get yours here: http://www.amazon.com/Melanie-P.-Falina/e/B00OCWSNX8/ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1?qid=1425252064&sr=8-1

New Orleans in Hollywood...LA.-to-L.A.

Huge thanks to a happy reader in California who sent 
these wonderful photos of my books with the 
Hollywood sign! So cool! 
#NOLAtoHollywood

Order yours here:  http://www.amazon.com/Melanie-P.-Falina/e/B00OCWSNX8/ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1?qid=1425252064&sr=8-1

A new review of 'Gaslit Shadows'

A new Amazon review of 'Gaslit Shadows'...

Format: Kindle Edition
A very captivating, interesting read!
The poems a very skillfully written,
keeps you enticed. Loved it!

Order yours here: http://www.amazon.com/Gaslit-Shadows-Poems-inspired-Orleans/dp/1500122483/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1425066169&sr=8-3&keywords=melanie+p+falina

A new review of 'Crescent City Fog'

What people are saying about Crescent City Fog...

Format: Paperback
I haven't been to New Orleans in years, but it holds
a special place in my heart. Crescent City Fog took
me right back to the Big Easy without me even leaving
my living-room. Falina clearly loves NOLA and it shows
in spades. I really loved this collection of poems because
it created such a vivid atmosphere.
Falina's poetry was so captivating, I'm now planning my
next trip to the Crescent City and craving some beignets.

Order yours here:  http://www.amazon.com/Crescent-City-Fog-inspired-Orleans/dp/1502752972/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1425066169&sr=8-2&keywords=melanie+p+falina

NOLA poetry meets Disneyland Paris

A happy reader with his books in Disneyland Paris...

New Orleans in Paris!

Two of my books being read near The Church of St. Eustace in Paris! #NolaToParis 

A wonderful shout-out from artist/painter Kerin Neff Beard!

A huge thank you to artist and painter Kerin Neff Beard who featured my NOLA poetry in her blog. Click here to check it out!

And while you're at it be sure to look at her fabulous and heart-felt paintings of New Orleans life...
Visit her on Facebook, Etsy, and on her official website too!  

I see a trend happening...and I love it!

I've been receiving photos of my readers with their copies of my books...
and I couldn't be happier!
#NOLApoetryInHand #KeepThemComing

What people are saying about Crescent City Fog: Poems inspired by New Orleans

A new review of 'Crescent City Fog'...
Format: Paperback
"The poems in Crescent City Fog are a nice blend of emotions,
observations, memories, and experiences in New Orleans. This
is the fourth of such books by [Melanie P.] Falina, but somehow
these poems seem to convey a little more tenderness than the others.
Indeed, this collection is a very engaging and pleasurable read."

Order yours here: http://www.amazon.com/Crescent-City-Fog-inspired-Orleans/dp/1502752972/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1425066169&sr=8-2&keywords=melanie+p+falina

Vieux Carre Days: Poems Inspired by New Orleans

Now available!

Vieux Carre Days: Poems Inspired by New Orleans in print and eBook editions!