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    In One Breath the Haiku Exhales a Butterfly
    In One Breath the Haiku Exhales a Butterfly
    In One Breath the Haiku Exhales a Butterfly
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    In One Breath the Haiku Exhales a Butterfly

    By R. D. McManes

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    "In One Breath the Haiku Exhales a Butterfly, is a book that deviates from the norm, taking the right turn instead of a left turn. Its author, R D McManes, is not your average bear. He is an original. He speaks to his readers in a soft voice that is easy to understand and relate to."
    -the John Mellencamp of haiku.

    "In summation, Mr. McManes' book of haiku is a breath of fresh air. I heartily recommend it. It is an enjoyable read, touches the soul and sole, and will leave an indelible imprint on your mind."
    -Robert D. Wilson, Editor-in-Chief, Simply Haiku and author of Vietnam Ruminations

    "As the title haiku of his new book implies, R. D. McManes expertly breathes imagery onto the page, generously allowing the reader a peek into the world as he perceives it, a world where something as ordinary as a Kansas sunset or as simple as a cotton field can reveal itself as something more. This is what haiku is all about!"
    -Erin Harte, Editor, Haikusun, and Haiga Editor, Simply Haiku

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisheriUniverse
    Release dateJan 6, 2004
    ISBN9780595755301
    In One Breath the Haiku Exhales a Butterfly
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    R. D. McManes

    RD McManes is the author of seven books of poetry and has had poems published in numerous poetry publications. He has conducted workshops and presentations for the Kansas Author's Club. He is a head and neck cancer survivor since 2007. Mr. McManes resides near Scranton Kansas.

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