The Prayers Of A Black Sheep: A Poetry Collection

By AJ Kelley

50 unique poems tell the traumatic life of a boy who never fit in with societies expectations. From relentless bullying, to harrowing addiction, to crippling depression and anxiety, read his story through deep metaphors, thought provoking messages, and distinctive word play that tells tragedy through creativity. These poems are literally years i

• Language: English
• Publisher: AJ Kelley
• Release date: Sep 13, 2022
• ISBN: 9781088049822

AJ Kelley

Born in Las Vegas, NV, AJ Kelley's passion for writing ignited at a young age. From the tender age of 9, he started crafting stories, initially sharing them with family and friends. However, as he approached his late teens, his dedication to the craft intensified.AJ began weaving beautiful poetry and spinning tales that captivated his readers for years. This dedication culminated in the publication of his debut book, "No Fairytale Allowed," when he was just 22 years old.In 2022, AJ took a poetic turn with the release of "The Prayers Of A Black Sheep," a collection of poems inspired by the challenges of his own life journey.Now, at the age of 30, AJ is gearing up to launch a thrilling new dystopian trilogy, drawing inspiration from the young adult novels of the late 2000s, including hits like Divergent, Maze Runner, and The Hunger Games.This is just the beginning of AJ Kelley's literary journey, and he has an exciting array of creative works in store for the near future. Stay tuned!

Book preview

For those that feel like a ghost in a crowd, you’re not the only one.

                   -AJ Kelley

THE CHAPTERS

I.  INFANT SOUL

FLIGHT 

TUNNEL 

THE WORLD

DANCING WITH LIFE

HEROES

LEARNING

STAINS

DREAMS

WALK

GOD 

II.  CHILD SOUL

YOU

FAMILY 

RAIN

GOOD TIMES

BULLIES

HIDDEN

MISSION: FAILURE

ESCAPE

EXPECTATIONS

CREATIVITY

III.  YOUNG SOUL

UGLY

CRUSH(ED)

LONER

I HATE ME (1 OF 3) 

LEARNING DISABILITY

ANXIETY

ABANDONMENT 

PUBERTY 

ON MY OWN

DETERMINATION

IV.  MATURE SOUL

RESPONSIBILITY 

GIVING ALL

SPIRITUALITY

MY SECRET ADDICTION

DRUGS 

GRUDGE

ME. 

STALKED 

CLEANSED 

I LIKE ME (2 OF 3) 

V.  OLD SOUL

FORGIVENESS

ENERGY 

CHANGE

EXCEPTIONAL MAN

YIN/YANG

MEDITATION

EGO DEATH

ELEVATION 

I LOVE ME (3 OF 3)

THE PRAYERS OF A BLACK SHEEP (TPOABS) 

1

INFANT SOUL.

FLIGHT

My wings excelled life’s race.

Now I’m face to face with a cell planet ready for me to dive into its glorious dimension.

I’m ready to intake love and freedom in its natural splendor.

I multiply as I intertwine with a hug from God's extended arms. 

I hear god humming notes arranged for me to sustain this gift of life.

I want to indulge in manifestations of physical encounters with mankind.

My limbs stretched, and the drums of my heart secured my place in the physical universe.

Warm kisses and soft hugs spin in its imaginary form as I pray that my exceptional expectations fall through.

Everyday, I mold into this wonderful figure that will someday breathe, walk, see, hear, and exist in the realm of loving beings.

They’ll smile and welcome me with waves of gratitude and sincere embrace.

Dear world, please save space for me.

This life is where I want to be.

TUNNEL

My eyes cradle the tunnel's end.

It teases rays of light.

It leads the way for journeys filled with butterflies and colored forests.

In the name of god, let this body walk through and reap the perks of freedom.

Let my exit bring soft letters and joyful upbringings.

Don’t let the horns of regret burn my foundation into unmoving piles of ash.

Let my breath radiate in infinite quantities.

Let me go through, let my soul finally speak.

THE WORLD

My pupils dived into fathomless oceans.

I swam past