What inspires most poets and lyricists to write the most beautiful masterpieces of their times? Inspiration can come from anywhere, but the most powerful comes only from within; it is the most potent emotion only the heart inside us can give.

In Poetry from the Garden of My Heart, Phyllis Dootoff delves into the various facets of the most glorified theme in the world of poetry: love. Through her poems such as "As Only a Rose Can Give," "Memorizing You," and "Heart Full of Empty Love," Phyllis shares love in different forms and the different emotions felt by someone whose heart loves truly.

About the Author

Born in Delano, California, Phyllis A. Dootoff started writing poetry as a teenager. Several poems she wrote back in high school were entered in poetry writing competitions; some were even published. She is a single mother who raised two sons, now both married with children. Currently living in Orange County, she works for a construction company and also enjoys sewing and designing clothes and gowns.

"Poetry From the Garden of My Heart" is a 30-page paperback with a retail price of $8.00. The ISBN is 978-1-4349-6974-3. It was published by Dorrance Publishing Co., Inc of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. For more information, or to request a review copy, please go to our virtual pressroom at www.dorrancepressroom.com or our online bookstore at www.dorrancebookstore.com.