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Mad Bear Books is an independent publishing cooperative, imprint and literary community founded in 2012. Sicilian Haiku—Migrant Shadows is out now! 📕 https://madbearbooks.com
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What is currently on your reading list? 📚 #writerslift #books #booktok #bookworm #author

This powerful excerpt comes from Sicilian Haiku—Migrant Shadows by Freddie Omm, a #haiku collection that captures resilience, loss, and hope. More than just words, this book is #poetry for a cause—proceeds go toward supporting refugees. #writingforacause #refugeesupport #writerslift

There’s nothing quite like the love of reading—the way a book can transport you, challenge you, and connect you to stories beyond borders. 📖 #poetryforacause #writerslift #books #booklovers #refugeesupport #haiku #author

Which book are you getting lost in right now? 📚 #books #fyp #booklovers #reading #bookrecommendations #writerslift

Freddie Omm has always been driven by a passion for activism. Here he is at Rock Against Racism—a pivotal event in the fight against prejudice. With his latest book, he’s #writingforacause. #rockagainstracism #antiracist #punkrock #writerslift #author #activist #oldschoolcool

Step into a world where legends, history, and humanity intertwine. 🌍 In Sicilian Haiku—Migrant Shadows, Freddie Omm masterfully weaves the timeless myths of Sicily into a poignant tale of resilience and hope, drawing profound connections to the struggles of today’s refugees. #writerslift #books

When you cozy up with a good book, what is your drink of choice? Coffee, tea, or something else? We recently had a nice cup of ☕️ followed by a 🫚 tea here in #denhaag. #books #readers #writerslift #coffee #tea #coffeeaddict

Get to know Freddie Omm, the mind behind Sicilian Haiku—Migrant Shadows! 🖋️ Every purchase of his book supports refugees—proof that stories can make a difference. 💛 #writingforacause #writerslift #writer #poet #haiku #meettheauthor #activist

Sicilian Haiku—Migrant Shadows is more than a book; it’s a journey through words, weaving the struggles and hopes of refugees into poignant haikus. Each verse reflects resilience, humanity, and the shared longing for a brighter tomorrow. Every purchase supports refugees. #haiku #poem #writerslift

Wherever you’re going—you should always bring a good #book. 📕 #denhaag #thehague #writerslift #booklover #writingcommunity

It's #ShamelessSelfPromoThursday! We'd love for you to check out our latest book. It's a timeless collection, and all proceeds go directly to charities that support refugees. #writerslift www.amazon.com/Sicilian-Hai...

What’s on your 2025 reading list? 📚 #author #nowreading #writerslift

New year, new pages! 📚 As we step into 2025, let’s make it the year of stories—ones we read, ones we write, and ones we share. 🖋️ What’s on your reading list or writing goals for the year? Let’s turn those resolutions into reality, one page at a time. #NewYearsResolutions #writerslift #books

How would you describe Sicilian Haiku—Migrant Shadows? It’s writing that makes a difference: All profits from the sale of this book will be donated to migrant support charities. #writerslift #Sicily #haiku #poetry #writingforacause #author #refugees

Did you pick up a new book in 2024? Let us know your top pick! 📚 #writerslift #books #2024recap #bookrecommendations #bookish

Here’s a haiku—read by the author—for you today. This poem is an excerpt from Sicilian Haiku—Migrant Shadows. 📕 #writerslift #denhaag #indiebooks #poetry #haiku

Let's get a #writerslift post going! Share your #books, #podcasts, #blogs, and more! We'll go first. Here's our 📕 that benefits #refugees: www.amazon.com/Sicilian-Hai...

We see poetry everywhere… In motion, in justice, in nature. And now, in a book. 📖 #PoetryForACause #indiebooks www.amazon.com/Sicilian-Hai...

We couldn’t be more thankful for each and every single person who leaves a review for our #book! 🙏 #author

Meet the #author! 📕   Freddie Omm and his lovely dog, Coco, invite you to check out Sicilian #Haiku—Migrant Shadows. It’s not just a journey through the lore of Sicily. It’s poetry for activism and supports a great cause.   Curious to learn more? Find us on Amazon!   #bookrecommendations #thehague

Where are you going today, and more importantly, what #book are you taking with you? #author

Still have some holiday shopping to do? 🤔 Let us help! ❤️ Not only does Sicilian Haiku—Migrant Shadows make a great gift—it’s also for a good cause! Each purchase supports non-profit organizations that help refugees. #books #charity #giftideas

We love this #littlefreelibrary in The Hague! ❤️ Sharing the love for reading and exchanging books with your neighbours is one of the kindest things you can do. Does your neighborhood have one? #boeken #library

Are you yearning for tales of adventure, romance, determination, and love? This exquisite collection captures the soul of Sicily, blending its vivid landscapes, myths, and stories of longing into the precise, evocative form of #haiku. We hope you’ll make this #book a part of your holiday reading.

If reading is your happy place, then we should be friends. #books

This excerpt from Sicilian Haiku—Migrant Shadows is brought to life with the author’s own loyal companion. 🐾 A tribute to Argos, the faithful #dog of ancient myth, this moment captures the bond between human and animal—timeless, unwavering, and deeply moving. Is there a special dog in your life?

To our friends and fellow authors celebrating #Thanksgiving over in America, we'd like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to you for simply being you! We hope your day is filled with all your favourite things. What are you giving thanks for?

How rude! We've been on BlueSky for a few days already without introducing ourselves! We're an indie publishing cooperative, imprint and literary community that came together in 2012! We'd love to get to know you!

Part of this #haiku, read by Freddie Omm, is an excerpt from Sicilian Haiku—Migrant Shadows. The #poem is one of many in his latest collection which tells tales of migrants through the lens of mythology, modern-day refugee stories, and the author’s journeys. #books #poetry #haikupoetry

Alesa: A love story etched in time and landscape. 🏺❤️ Freddie Omm’s poem Alesa, part of Sicilian Haiku—Migrant Shadows, masterfully intertwines the history of an ancient Sicilian city with the tender journey of a long marriage. #books

From timeless myths to modern-day migration, this powerful #haiku collection has readers captivated. 🌍 Every copy purchased supports migrant charities—join us in celebrating storytelling that makes a difference. 🖋️📖 Learn more: tinyurl.com/2vt2xzvz