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This book is the sequel to The book The Power Of Words. The meaning of The Power Of Words 2 is that it is never-ending. One book finishes, and another arises as the sequel. The ideas as well as the imaginations of the writers make us feel alive in this world, and not alone. Imagination comes from the heart, mind, body as well as the soul of the writer. If any of our words cause trouble or pain to anyone in this world then I would like to say sorry. But our intent was to reduce pain and to make each and everyone happy in this world. All of the knowledge of the world is based on imagination. All are not perfect in this world. So I hope you also now feel conscious about your imagination and that you will also write and not waste your valuable time without doing anything.

In this collection, there are various poems and short stories about love, hate, happiness, sadness, wars, etc. To motivate people as well as to make people aware of such things in life. The 26 letters of the alphabet are the twenty-six voices of God coming to earth to serve people in modern times.

Varied Expressions: A Review of «The Power of Words 2 Book Review»
by Sushant Thapa

The Power of Words 2, written and edited by Binod Dawadi from Kathmandu, Nepal, and Sydnie Beaupre from Canada, respectively, presents a minimalist and straightforward outlook on life. We have poems written by Binod with uncapitalized titles, and poems by Sydnie have capitalized titles. The book also contains fiction written by Binod and Sydnie separately. 

The poet asserts that he is happy without luxury—this is a minimalist idea. The poems are simple, and they flow spontaneously. I see wisdom and honesty in the self-expression of both the writers of this collection. A belief in a higher power, such as Jesus and Buddha, has evolved into a common desire for enlightenment and a deeper understanding of humanity. The existence and belief of gods in human form have been celebrated. 

The birth of many Gods like Jesus Christ, 

Gautam Buddha and the like help to spread, 

Enlightenment. (Context)

There is a reference to Kubla Khan, a literary work by Samuel Taylor Coleridge, in one of the poems written by Binod. This reference to a notable literary work provides an authentic intellectual attire to this collection. Binod’s ability to relate to the literature of the past is worthy of note. There is a poem titled «Oneirism,» which means dream-like experiences. This poem has that personal touch, and it has been expressed well. It has been proven that poetry is the highest form of human expression. 

In one of the poems, Binod evokes beauty by taking the name of Helen. A good vocabulary, like oneirism, literary references, and new ideas, makes this collection fresh. The poet values knowledge, as evident in the written poems, but he also imparts knowledge and shares his excellent insights with us. They come with graspable meanings and enlighten us. Gatsby, Romeo and Juliet as lovers, Romance in Titanic, and Hamlet are also recalled. 

 Knowledge is God, and God is knowledge. (Fiction) 

The line mentioned above shows how the poet values knowledge above all. How poet Binod defines fiction is also important to understand his art. This poem, titled «Fiction,» has defined his idea of imagination and fiction. Imagination is valued at last, which is the tool of worship for all poets and writers. The poems in this collection help us understand the importance of knowledge and the value of imagination.  

But also, if people get knowledge and gain 

Awareness from my imagination, 

I should imagine and use fiction. (Fiction) 

The poems in this collection also represent the grimness of the mind. The not-so-bright side of the mind is also represented. Confessing one’s psychological state is a daring thing to do. We live in a rapidly growing, modern, and materialistic world where the mind is often undervalued in favor of wealth and high goals. However, poet Binod turns inward and addresses his mind. Poetry can be a healing touch of representation if we dare to be self-critical. Inner consciousness and mental well-being are honest representations, which should not be mistaken for mere confession. The poet is trying to open himself up for us. Poetry will keep that bold voice undying. 

In the poem titled «The Power of Dream,» many great personalities are mentioned. They are the ones who have become successful by overcoming their weaknesses. Some were born differently-abled.  There are names like Jennifer Bricker (an American gymnast born without legs), Stephen Hawking, Albert Einstein, S.T. Coleridge, Sigmund Freud, William Shakespeare, Martin Luther King, William Blake (who composed the famous poem Sick Rose; it is mentioned in the poem «The Power of Dream» written by Binod), Newton, and the Wright Brothers. 

How Binod provides the message in this poem by connecting with these personalities is really enlightening. The message is uniquely portrayed in his expression. The message is also varied, effective, and well communicated.  

The poem entitled «Right To Live» has a humanitarian tone. It talks about equality of rights. 

The reference to a famous poem by Robert Frost titled «Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening» is exceptional in this book because it has been linked to a horse and its fidelity that never deceives. The idea that a horse is not infidel to its master is put forth in this poem. The Trojan Horse is also remembered. 

In Stopping by Woods on a Evening 

Robert Frost forgets times and enjoys, 

Nature. But his horse shakes a bell, 

Showing the delay of time and telling the reader that they went very far (Infidelity) 

The poems in this book seem too direct, but they convey their ideas straightforwardly. Young readers will also find this book understandable. They can get acquainted with literary and vital references in the book. The references in the book are varied and essential. They create impressions on the readers’ minds and cannot be forgotten.  

The story about essence warriors, entitled «Victorious,» is a diverse and culturally rich work of fiction. Sydnie Beaupre writes it. Magic, good and bad vampires, also make up the fiction section. Binod has written about the nature of good and evil vampires. In the story, Binod is a good and kind Vampire. It carries a moral message. A good vampire is aware of the evils of society. He wants to contribute to the goodwill of society. A good Vampire can be a modern-day character.    

In the fiction part of the book, the connection between Binod’s benevolent vampire and Sydnie’s Japanese yokai (not all yokai are evil) shares similarities. The fight between spirit and human, as well as some yokai preventing a spirit from attacking a human, all build up significant interest in the fiction section of this book. The first story of the fiction section, written by Sydnie, is captivating. It is also unique. This story has the charm of true literary creativity.  The coherence, character development, and what the characters do are portrayed correctly in the first story entitled «VICTORIOUS» by Sydnie Beaupre. 

The second story in the collection by Sydnie concerns a familial relationship. It is also equally creative. It offers social insight. The story is titled «Such Broken Beginnings.» 

Overall, this second book in The Power of Words book series justifies the existence of creativity. I recommend this book to creative learners and writers. In conclusion, this collection is an insightful use of time from the perspective of both the writer and the readers. 
© Sushant Thapa

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Biography of Sushant Thapa

Sushant Thapa is a Nepalese poet from Biratnagar-13, Nepal who holds a Master’s degree in English literature from Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi, India.

He has published five books of English poetry namely: The Poetic Burden and Other Poems (Authorspress, New Delhi, 2020), Abstraction and Other Poems (Impspired, UK, 2021), Minutes of Merit (Haoajan, Kolkata, 2021), and Love’s Cradle (World Inkers Printing and Publishing, New York, USA and Senegal, Africa, 2023), Spontaneity: A New Name of Rhyme (Ambar Publication, New Delhi, 2023).            

Poems written by Sushant has been published in places like Sahitto Bilingual Magazine, Sahitya Post, The Gorkha Times, The Kathmandu Post (Print), The Poet Magazine, The Piker Press, Trouville Review, Lothlorien Poetry Journal, Impspired, Harbinger Asylum, New York Parrot, Pratik Magazine edited by Himalayan Poet Yuyutsu Sharma (Print), The Beatnik Cowboy, The Dope Fiend Daily, Atunis Poetry, EKL Review, The Kolkata Arts, Dissident Voice, Journal of Expressive Writing, Sindh Courier, Bharath Vision,  As It Ought To Be Magazine, Spillwords, Mad Swirl, Ink Pantry, International Times, Roi Fainéant Press, Medusa’s Kitchen, Outlook India, Prodigy Magazine, Bold Monkey Review, Argotist Online Poetry among many.