Why I Embraced the Challenge of the Shakespearean Sonnet
From the Shallow End to the Deep End revives the classical Shakespearean sonnet with ninety-seven poems exploring modern themes such as relationships, abuse, faith, and death. Through strict meter and rhyme, this collection proves that structure can deepen emotional impact. It invites today’s readers to rediscover the sonnet as a living vessel for truth, beauty, and relevance—and to dive deeper into timeless poetic form.