Peonies & Prose
Dragonfly Dances: Poetic Musings on Life
Sandi Duverneuil's Debut Collection of Poems
About the Author
My debut book, Dragonfly Dances: Poetic Musings on Life, is a collection of poems with themes ranging from family, cultural adjustment, nature, society, and more.
Raised in the vibrant artistic community of Southampton, NY, my early exposure to a kaleidoscope of arts and cultures sparked a passionate connection to both French and Japanese traditions.
My lifelong dream of immersing myself in the atmospheric charm of
France was fulfilled when my partner, G, and I packed our
bags and moved to the picturesque French Riviera. I've also lived
in Fukuoka, Japan where I taught English as a Foreign Language (JET program).
My poetry intricately weaves together French and Japanese influences with the cultural tapestry of my upbringing. The rhythmic pulse that infuses my creative process is underscored by the eclectic playlist that accompanies me while writing, creating a symphony of inspiration.
Writing and painting have given me so much joy (must be my natal Venus in Libra!)
As I dive more into astrocartography, I'll be sharing what I learn that helped me unpack (no pun intended) my most recent expat experience.
Spoiler alert: Living near my Saturn line was not easy, just as astrocartographer Helena Woods predicted.
Connect with me on Instagram @peonies_prose to learn more about my latest creative pursuits and travels!
Tirra Omilade
This is truly an inspirational and motivational book based on the author's life. This book embodies "life as poetry." I am especially touched by the poems about Sandi's family.
And how amazing that Sandi is fluent in both English and French and so the book has the poems in both languages.
Be inspired and touched by all the creativity flowing from Dragonfly Dances.
Alex Strine for IndieReader
In the preface to DRAGONFLY DANCES: Poetic Musings on Life, poet Sandi Duverneuil writes about wanting to share her “authentic duality,” and that becomes the keystone of the whole work. The first half comprises English poems, and the second half is in French—drawing a literal line through the different aspects of Duverneuil’s life.
Duverneuil is also not shy about how personal the collection is, influenced by her time spent living in New York, France, and Japan, as well as the loss of those she loves.
The death of her mother plays a major part in the construction of several poems, and when she writes “Mom, please help me deal with this,” the reader feels like maybe they’ve overheard a personal conversation they shouldn’t have.
The vulnerability that Duverneuil puts on display is commendable, as it makes the whole collection shine with sincerity.
Lorrine Patterson
Dragonfly Dances, Poetic Musings on Life is a beautiful collection of poems that will move your mind, body and soul with poetic love.
Sandi takes you on her journey of her most challenging times in life to encouraging you along the way.
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