Stay At Poem Dad - by Scottt Raven (Paperback)

Book Synopsis

An intimate and poetic look into the realities of fatherhood, grief, and the resilience that holds us together in a world swinging between joy and sorrow, Stay At Poem Dad is a poetry collection that navigates the delicate balance of parenting, personal heartbreak, and the hope for reconciliation. Written during a year marked by his son's arrival, his wife's relentless work as a medical professional, and the heavy loss of a beloved family member, Scottt Raven shines a light on love, child rearing, and life itself.

Review Quotes

"In Stay At Poem Dad, Scottt Raven gives us an intimate and poetic look into the realities of fatherhood, grief, and the resilience that holds us together in a world swinging between joy and sorrow. Written during a year marked by his son's arrival, his wife's relentless work as a medical professional, and the heavy loss of a beloved family member, this collection navigates the delicate balance of parenting, personal heartbreak, and the hope for reconciliation-both in his own life and in the broader world." - Renzo Del Castillo, Author of the Award-Winning Poetry Collection, Still

"Scottt's poetry shines a light on love, child bearing, and life. As he and his wife raise their son, they marvel at his curiosity, gentleness, and the wisdom he possesses. Bonzai, also known as B. Raven, is learning to 'be brave, be wild' and full of courage, love, and hope as he plays and grows." - Debbie Wanninkhof, Teacher, Peace Advocate, and Author of If I Could... Magical Wishes For A Child

"Scottt Raven approaches his life and art with exploration, improvisation, playfulness, and a radically open mind and heart. It shows in his dazzling poetry collection about his first year of fatherhood, channeling Shakespeare and Shel Silverstein." - Adam Klasfeld, MSNBC Legal Contributor, Journalist, and Scottt Raven's Co-Best Man

"I challenge you to find a human being half as dedicated to literary dexterity as Scottt Raven. This book is a Rubik's Cube in a russian doll made out of an origami swan." -Kyle Rapps, Co-Founder of Mayhem Poets and Scottt Raven's Co-Best Man

"Dada, Dada, DAAAAADAAAAA!!!" - Bonzai M. Raven, Scottt Raven's Son

"Can I get a belly rub, Munchkaroon?" - Dr. Yaden Cohen, Scottt Raven's Wife

"That's deep, Son. You certainly have a way with words." - Grandpa Peter Tarazevits, Scottt Raven's Dad

"You're an excellent father." -Grandma Lana, Scottt Raven's Stepmother

"I'm proud of you and love you very much." - Bonnie Raven Tarazevits, Scottt Raven's Mother, posthumously and at his Bar Mitzvah in 1993.