• The Cut

    The Cut

    One-Line Poem
    from 13 reviews.
    General  Poetry

  • Fable of Folly

    Fable of Folly

    3-line poem
    from 8 reviews.
    General  Poetry

  • Amazonia

    Amazonia

    Cinquain
    from 18 reviews.
    General  Poetry


FanStory wrote to kiwisteveh: Adventure finished second in the contest "Rhyming Poetry Contest"
August 20, 2019 at 12:13AM

July 31, 2019 at 10:39PM


FanStory wrote to kiwisteveh: The Puppeteers finished second in the contest "Free Verse Poetry Contest"
June 20, 2019 at 12:13AM


FanStory wrote to kiwisteveh: Congratulations! Quenched won the contest "5-7-5 Poetry Contest"
June 4, 2019 at 12:13AM
    Ginnygray: Great job, Steve! Congratulations. -
    karenina: Way to go Steve! Well deserved! Congrats!--Karenina -
    Pam (respa): Congratulations, Steve. I see you "quenched your thirst" with this win! Well deserved. -
    MissMerri: Good going Steve. Congratulations! -
    kiwisteveh: Thank you, all. I'm on a bit of a roll at the moment - making up for the lean times!
    -


FanStory wrote to kiwisteveh: Congratulations! Gentle hand won the contest "Sonnet Poetry Contest"
May 22, 2019 at 12:13AM
    MissMerri: See? I knew it!! Congratulations Steve! This was right. -
    Pam (respa): Congratulations on the win, Steve. Well deserved. Now you can write that sequel!! -
    LisaMay: Nice one Steve! Terrific poem. -
    kiwisteveh: Thanks everyone. Sometimes the right words fall into the right order with just the merest push from me. -
    poetwatch: Congratulations Steve, for an exceptional sonnet. :) -


FanStory wrote to kiwisteveh: The Wreckers of Lannerbrofell finished second in the contest "Share A Story In A Poem"
May 10, 2019 at 12:13AM
    MissMerri: Congratulations Steve! A fascinating story. -
    nancyjam: Felt this was a winner. Congratulations! -


FanStory wrote to kiwisteveh: to darkness finished third in the contest "3-6-9 Poem"
April 25, 2019 at 12:13AM


FanStory wrote to kiwisteveh: Beloop the Dawn finished second in the contest "Nonsense Verse Challenge"
April 5, 2019 at 5:10AM


FanStory wrote to kiwisteveh: A Thousand Flowers finished third in the contest "Love Poem Poetry Contest"
March 25, 2019 at 12:13AM
    MissMerri: Congratulations Steve! This was exceptional poetry. -


FanStory wrote to kiwisteveh: Congratulations! Flight won the contest "5-7-5 Poetry"
March 5, 2019 at 12:13AM
    Ms. Snyder: A very well deserved win. I enjoyed your 5-7-5 and the entire presentation! Cheers, Fonda -
    humpwhistle: Congratulations, Steve! You're on a roll! -
    Pam (respa): Congratulations on a well deserved win, Steve. I loved the heron and the poem! -
    LisaMay: Definitely a worthy winner. Wonderful imagery. -
    krys123: Congrts Steve, I'm happy for you.
    Alx Krys -
    kiwisteveh: Thank you all! Long may the roll continue. Or does that mean it's all downhill? -


FanStory wrote to kiwisteveh: Visitor finished first in the contest "Masterpiece Remastered"
February 28, 2019 at 12:13AM
    Artasylum: Congratulation and many congratulations on your whirlwind book tour Your arms must be very tired. Rest up and I look forward to more... yours, diana -


FanStory wrote to kiwisteveh: Congratulations! Gaudeamus Igitur won the contest "Rhyming Poetry Contest"
February 26, 2019 at 12:13AM
    phill doran: yah hoo - well done that man... poetry! what will he think of next? -
    Ulla: Congratulations!! -
    MissMerri: Congratulations for this fine accomplishment Steve. The poem was clever and fun to read, and it looks very good in blue! ;") -
    Sugarray77: Congratulations, Steve!! Well deserved.

    Melissa -
    krys123: Cogratulations, Steve, for writing a winning poems the everyone cn identify with,
    Wonderfully perceptive and universal.
    Alx Krys -
    kiwisteveh: Big thank you, everyone. I am delighted to be back in that winning place! -


FanStory wrote to kiwisteveh: Beside the River, Long Ago finished second in the contest "Love Poem Poetry Contest"
February 3, 2019 at 12:13AM
    krys123: Congratulations Steve, Brilliantly conceived.
    Alx -
    MissMerri: Congratulations Steve. I loved this poem! -


FanStory wrote to kiwisteveh: Congratulations! Gathering Storm won the contest "5-7-5 Poetry Writing"
January 13, 2019 at 12:13AM
    krys123: Congratulations Steve. Universal 5/7/5 syllabic format. Well done.
    Alx -
    krys123: Congratulations Steve. Universal 5/7/5 syllabic format. Well done.
    Alx -
    Pam (respa): Congratulations on a well deserved win, Steve! -
    rspoet: Congratulations on the win, Steve! Superb imagery in this one. -
    kiwisteveh: Thank you all!

    I don't visit my profile often, as you can tell from the year-old news... -


FanStory wrote to kiwisteveh: Once were gold finished third in the contest "Rondel Poetry"
December 28, 2018 at 9:10AM


FanStory wrote to kiwisteveh: We Are the Dead finished second in the contest "Halloween Poetry Contest"
November 5, 2018 at 12:13AM
    phill doran: like I said "I hope you come second!" - well done Steve... -
    humpwhistle: Congrats, Steve. Tramp . . . tramp . . . tramp. -
    kiwisteveh: Thank you everyone. I rarely visit my own profile page. Nice to see the lovely comments.
    -


FanStory wrote to kiwisteveh: Made Whole finished second in the contest "5-7-5 SEQUEL POETRY CONTEST"
October 14, 2018 at 12:10AM


FanStory wrote to kiwisteveh: Seasons finished second in the contest "Cinquain Poetry"
September 21, 2018 at 12:13AM
    Sugarray77: Congratulations on your 2nd place win!! Well done. Melissa -
    krys123: Congratulations Steve on a wonderful entry and your second-place finish.
    Alx Krys -
    MissMerri: Way to GO! Beautiful Cinquain, beautiful ribbon. They were meant for each other. ;p -


FanStory wrote to kiwisteveh: Ali Baba's Nightmare finished second in the contest "Six Word Poetry Contest"
August 25, 2018 at 12:13AM
    karenina: Too funny! I really laughed out loud!
    Congrats on a second place tie!
    Karenina -


FanStory wrote to kiwisteveh: Hic iacet sapientia finished second in the contest "5 Line Poem"
July 8, 2018 at 12:13AM
    Ginnygray: Congratulations on second place, kiwisteveh -
    krys123: Congratulations, Steve, a very well deserved and accomplished win.
    Alx -


FanStory wrote to kiwisteveh: Congratulations! Guttering Candle won the contest "Faith Poetry Contest"
June 23, 2018 at 12:13AM
    rama devi: Congratulations! Happy for you. I thought this one might win! -
    jlsavell: Well deserved!!! Incredible work! What a talent.
    Congratulations !!!!

    Jimi

    -
    rspoet: Congratulations! Talent is always better than luck. Well done! -
    krys123: Congratulations on being just the one!
    Alx ;.~)
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    Ginnygray: Congratulations Kiwisteveh on a great win! -


FanStory wrote to kiwisteveh: Ravens finished second in the contest "5-7-5 Poetry Contest"
May 20, 2018 at 12:13AM
    krys123: Congratulations, Steve, for your second-place achievement in this contest. Take care and have a good one, my friend..
    Alex -


kiwisteveh: For those who haven't caught up yet by reading my post 'Published at Last' my very first book of poems has just been released.

It is available on Amazon under the title "Life, Love and Other Disasters", author Steve Herbert.
February 4, 2018 at 5:52PM
    MissMerri: I just received my copy yesterday. I want to tell you how delighted I am to read such a well-put-together, literally flawless book. There is not a single poem that isn?t totally enjoyable. The book is only 38 pages, and when your readers finish, they will wish it were twice as long. I will read it through many more times. It is well worth the minimal cost. Congratulations Steve! You and Anne did it right! -


FanStory wrote to kiwisteveh: Keep Digging finished first in the contest "Write an Epigram"
January 31, 2018 at 12:13AM
    judiverse: Congratulations on your contest win. judiverse -
    brenda bickers: Happy Birthday Steve, hope you have a great day.
    Brenda:))x -


FanStory wrote to kiwisteveh: Daedalus finished third in the contest "Minute"
December 17, 2017 at 12:13AM
    Dorothy Farrell: Congratulations! I thought this one of yours was a winner. We can be wrong! The great myth so well made into a minute poem. Very clever. Dorothy -
    MissMerri: Congratulations Steve, for this clever poem placing in the contest. I just read it, and was quite impressed. MM -


FanStory wrote to kiwisteveh: That night... finished second in the contest "One Line Poem"
December 5, 2017 at 12:13AM


FanStory wrote to kiwisteveh: In the Shadows finished second in the contest "Halloween Poetry Contest"
November 8, 2017 at 12:13AM


FanStory wrote to kiwisteveh: I Saw You Dance the Tango finished third in the contest "Love Poem Poetry Contest"
October 29, 2017 at 12:13AM


FanStory wrote to kiwisteveh: Blow-Up finished third in the contest "Limerick 5 Line"
October 19, 2017 at 10:10PM


FanStory wrote to kiwisteveh: Dawn finished third in the contest "Katauta Poetry Contest"
October 14, 2017 at 12:13AM


FanStory wrote to kiwisteveh: Haiku (solitary bee) finished second in the contest "Haiku Poetry Contest"
September 29, 2017 at 12:13AM
    kiwisteveh: Thank you all. Good to be back somewhere near the winning list. -
    Dean Kuch: Congrats, Steve.
    Excellent writing.
    -


FanStory wrote to kiwisteveh: Ghosts of the Past finished third in the contest "Write a poem in Leonine rhyme"
August 25, 2017 at 12:13AM


FanStory wrote to kiwisteveh: Pirates Aplenty finished second in the contest "Write a Poem about Pirates"
July 31, 2017 at 12:13AM


FanStory wrote to kiwisteveh: Forgive Us... finished third in the contest "Loop Poetry Contest"
May 8, 2017 at 12:13AM


FanStory wrote to kiwisteveh: My Bumblebee finished second in the contest "Children's Rhyming Poem"
March 30, 2017 at 7:10PM


FanStory wrote to kiwisteveh: The Squire and the Lost Soul finished second in the contest "Halloween Poetry Contest"
November 5, 2016 at 12:13AM
    Dean Kuch: Congrats, Steve!
    Great job!
    ~Dean -
    kiwisteveh: Thank you everyone. Rama, I expect to see that sari in bite-sized pieces...
    -
    Eternal Muse: Congratulations on getting the Seal of Quality, Steve! -


FanStory wrote to kiwisteveh: Congratulations! Petty Temples won the contest "Faith Poetry Contest"
October 16, 2016 at 12:13AM
    Eternal Muse: Congrats to my favorite Poet! You are the best ever. -
    tfawcus: Congratulations, Steve. This was an exceptionally fine poem. -
    kiwisteveh: Thank you one and all. I shall stop griping immediately! -
    mfowler: A deserved winner. Congrats, Steve. -
    Irish Rain: Just HAD to re-read this AGAIN. Astounding!!!! -
    MissMerri: A big Hurrah! This was a marvelously crafted poem. Villanelles are difficult. You make it look easy. MM -
    judiverse: Congratulations on your contest winning "Petty Temples." judi -
    rspoet: Congratulations! Talent will rise, sometimes it even rises to first place. Well done! -


FanStory wrote to kiwisteveh: Aleppo Gushes Blood finished third in the contest "Rondeau Redoublé"
October 11, 2016 at 12:13AM


FanStory wrote to kiwisteveh: Death By A Thousand Cuts finished second in the contest "Acrostic Poetry Contest"
October 6, 2016 at 12:13AM


FanStory wrote to kiwisteveh: Captive Words finished second in the contest "Antonym Poetry Contest"
September 21, 2016 at 12:13AM
    closetpoetjester: Excellent write Steve. This was the best one I've seen in awhile, of these short forms. P -
    MissMerri: So happy to see my prediction came true! Congratulations to you... (and to me for being so smart. lol ) -
    rama devi: Congrats! Knew this would place! :-))) -


FanStory wrote to kiwisteveh: Dangerous Crossing finished third in the contest "Tanka Poetry Contest"
September 10, 2016 at 12:13AM


FanStory wrote to kiwisteveh: Lovely Stream finished second in the contest "Write an Awdl Gynt poem"
July 31, 2016 at 12:13AM


kiwisteveh: Bronze - got to be my favourite colour!
July 23, 2016 at 4:24AM
    I am Cat: At least you get on the roster. I can't remember the last time I even placed in any type of contest. The only ones I enter anymore are the site based ones and I don't even come close I guess? Who knows? lol
    So bronze it is.... My entire house has bronze hardware, turn it into a doorknob. ;) -
    Dean Kuch: I'll take bronze over nothing but air any day of the week. -


FanStory wrote to kiwisteveh: Broken Bird finished third in the contest "Free Verse Poetry Contest"
July 23, 2016 at 12:13AM


FanStory wrote to kiwisteveh: Wild Horses finished first in the contest "Traditional English Sonnet (Animal)"
July 12, 2016 at 12:13AM
    mrsmajor: A Big Congratulations!....Your poem was a joy to read!
    -


FanStory wrote to kiwisteveh: Save Our Souls finished second in the contest "Quinzaine Poetry"
July 5, 2016 at 12:13AM
    MissMerri: Congratulations for this second place win! I loved the poem, myself. Excellent response to this prompt. -
    rspoet: Congratulations! The most poetic entry. -


FanStory wrote to kiwisteveh: Ticking Monster finished second in the contest "Write a Shakespearean Sonnet"
July 2, 2016 at 12:13AM


FanStory wrote to kiwisteveh: Just Like Baseball finished second in the contest "How sporty are you?"
May 24, 2016 at 12:13AM


FanStory wrote to kiwisteveh: Word-Weaving finished third in the contest "Triolet Poetry"
May 17, 2016 at 12:13AM
    PoemsOfDD: Steve, congratulations on your win. Well done ~DD -


FanStory wrote to kiwisteveh: Once Upon A Fairy Tale finished third in the contest "Acrostic Poetry Contest"
April 29, 2016 at 12:13AM


kiwisteveh: Back in December, when I had the good fortune to win a couple of site contests, I decided to 'invest' some of my winnings by entering two serious poetry contests.

Last week I was notified that I had been short-listed in the first of these - in the top ten of over 1000 entries from around the world. Top five will win prize money and all of the short-listed poems will be published in their anthology.

Sadly, there is no way I can make it half-way around the world to the awards announcement in the UK on Easter Saturday, but the event will be live-streamed on You-Tube. First prize is 1000 pounds so I have my fingers crossed! Anyone else who wants to cross theirs for me is most welcome.

More after the announcement and I will then be able to post the poem.
March 13, 2016 at 4:45AM
    rama devi: Great news--crossing fingers for you, friend! :) -
    I am Cat: I'm crossing all appendages Steve as I know that, although winning the poetry is amazing, winning the monetary prize could also mean a lot for your family!
    Good luck, can't wait to hear! -
    nancyjam: Great news Steve. Keeping fingers crossed. Best of luck. -
    mfowler: You're good enough. Here's to the champagne and deserved success. Congratulations on your success to date. -
    Dean Kuch: Good luck, Steve. Knock their bloody socks off, heh-heh.
    ~Dean
    ~Dean -
    Julie Dascoli: Wow good luck on the competition I hope you do well I'm sure you will. Mean while
    keep on writing. I can't wait to hear how you go. Julie D. -


FanStory wrote to kiwisteveh: Congratulations! What Year Is It? won the contest "Non-Fiction Writing Contest"
February 24, 2016 at 12:13AM
    giraffmang: Nice one Steve. Good writing always comes out on top. -
    humpwhistle: Hey, Poet, stick to your side of the aisle! Kidding, kidding. Great piece, Steve. Congratulations. -
    kiwisteveh: No one is more stunned than me! My only theory is that they felt the 'poor me' content of the poem indicated I really need the money - which is true!
    -
    Adri7enne: That was such a great story! A well-deserved win, Steve. Congratulations!! -
    Writingfundimension: Congratulations. This is always a very stiff competition, so rising to the top has got to be sweet! -
    Just2Write: Way to go Steve! I'll bet your car ate your $100.00 already. Oh well. This was such a great non-fiction entry. R. -


kiwisteveh: My Inbox is empty, I have no Replies and no Reviews.

Looks like a Trifecta to me - what do I win?!
February 6, 2016 at 5:48PM
    DIS-illusioned: Um...a trimester? (You know, to balance out the trifecta?)
    Enjoy! :-) -
    I am Cat: You need to 'follow' me... I'll keep you busy, my dear. ;) I promise you! ;) -
    kiwisteveh: I do have to suffer the pangs of guilt every time I get a new fan and I don't fan them back, but I don't think I could deal with an overflowing Inbox! -


FanStory wrote to kiwisteveh: Congratulations! Third place finish in the reviewing contest!
February 1, 2016 at 11:28PM
    giraffmang: Excellent job Steve. congratulations -
    kiwisteveh: Not up to the standard of you too yet, but this is a first for me! Watch your backs!
    -
    Lovinia: WOW! Steve's first time ... congratulations on a grand achievement. Even third is hard work, though usually enjoyable. Well done my friend. Hugs - Lovi xoxo -
    I am Cat: Awesomely done Steve! So glad to see you recognized! ;) Yeeeehaa! (that's so you'll understand the 'speak' LOL) ;) -
    Adri7enne: Congratulations, Steve! Hard work and well recognized. Yea!! -
    Adri7enne: Congratulations, Steve! Hard work and well recognized. Yea!! -
    kiwisteveh: Thank you, people. I don't know when I will ever have the time to match this effort.... -


FanStory wrote to kiwisteveh: Congratulations! Cake of the Year won the contest "Share A Story In A Poem"
December 25, 2015 at 12:13AM
    Gloria ....: Yea, Steve! Now it's drinks on you my dear. Merry Christmas and congratulations. :)) -
    kiwisteveh: Curious how you two found out so early - don't see it announced anywhere...
    -
    kiwisteveh: Oh, and thank you. I am on a roll. better go and finish off my Christmas poem...
    -
    rama devi: Bravo. Not surprising! Your story poems rock! :) -
    MissMerri: CONGRATULATIONS Steve! This just might become a habit for you... Winning all these blue ribbons! I think you hold the record, for sure. Your story poem was a winner in every way. I'm so happy for you. You are definitely on a roll! -
    Gloria ....: Magic and community profile thoughts was how I found out. :)) -


FanStory wrote to kiwisteveh: Congratulations! Wild and Free won the contest "Alouette Poetry"
December 16, 2015 at 12:13AM
    Gloria ....: Sweet! Excellent choice and wonderful Alouette. :)) -
    Dean Kuch: See? I told ya, lol.
    Way to go, Steve. Congratulations.
    ~Dean :} -
    Cumbrianlass: Yes! Excellent. I'm so pleased for you, Steve. Congratulations! -
    rama devi: Congrats! I thought this might win! Bravo. :) -
    Adri7enne: Another well-earned win, Steve. Congratulations! -
    kiwisteveh: Thank you, everybody. I'm on a roll now - working on my Story Poem..... -
    Just2Write: Yay! See? I told you. Congratulations, Steve!
    An excellent Alouette. -


FanStory wrote to kiwisteveh: Congratulations! Faith is a wraith won the contest "Faith Poetry Contest"
December 4, 2015 at 12:13AM
    I am Cat: Oh... oh yes! HA! YESSSS! See? What did I tell you? Huh? Well this has restored my faith in a LOT of things! Booya! ;) -
    CD Richards: I commented in my review that I thought this should win. This is an outstanding piece, brilliantly done! -
    humpwhistle: A bridesmaid no more! Congrats, Steve. Well earned. -
    Dean Kuch: Congratulations, Steve. Very well deserved.
    ~Dean -
    Lovinia: Exceptional poem my friend. WOW! One of your best. Courageous and such skill. Nothing better than a master free verse poem ... or a damn good sonnet. I love both. Congratulations, I'm over the moon with this one. Huge hugs - Lovi xoxo -
    kiwisteveh: Thought I replied already....

    Thank you, one and all. Yes, I will stop whining about the bridesmaid thing now. Well, until the next time, anyway... -
    Neonewman: Congrats on this well deserved win Steve!
    -


kiwisteveh: One more bonnet in my bridesmaid's collection!
October 3, 2015 at 4:54AM
    IndianaIrish: Congratulations on sharing a second place win with your poem, Steve! -
    Joy Graham: congratulations. I'm thrilled to share third place. -
    kiwisteveh: Yes, Cat, you won third place in the reviewing contest. I believe the prize is a toy mouse, stuffed with catnip and a bell on his tail. And if you play your cards right, you can catch my bridesmaid's bouquet when I hurl it!
    -
    I am Cat: Woo hoo!

    Wait.😳
    Does that mean I have to marry again?

    Nope. 🙀
    No thanks, if this doesn't work out... Nope.
    Keep your bonnet, it's lovely.
    Beautiful.
    Really.
    It's you. 😘

    *runs!* -


kiwisteveh: Thank you, all.

You can't keep a good sniveller down - I didn't even get a placing with my sonnet!! Maybe I'll make it with my 1-6-1
July 23, 2015 at 2:50AM
    I am Cat: I'm pulling for you Steve
    *hands you a Kleenex* ;) -
    michaelcahill: I don't want to scare you, but I'm in the 1-6-1. More than one reviewer informed me that my syllable count was correct. So I think you may have some competition!! -
    Gloria ....: Well there's the Steve we know and love. :) -


FanStory wrote to kiwisteveh: Congratulations! Cycle won the contest "Ask A Question"
July 20, 2015 at 12:13AM
    Julia.: Congrats! Finally the bride instead of a bridesmaid. Still want to toss that bouquet? :)
    -
    kiwisteveh: Thanks, Julia. I shall stop whinging and complaining now - until next time anyway... -
    kiwisteveh: PS The bouquet was getting a little manky anyway after being recycled so many times - I've binned it! -
    Mystic Angel 7777: Told you it was coming!!!! Congratulations as you truly earned it. -
    rosehill (Wendy): Ha, no more sniveling allowed. Congratulations on a great entry in your darkly disturbing but oh so brilliantly written piece. Can you point me to the bin where the bouquet landed? - Wendy -
    Joy Graham: Congratulations! That just leaves me as the un-winner bridesmaid :( -
    ravenblack: Congrats! I told you you would win this one. -
    Taffspride: Congratulations. I'll be waiting to hear you say it when the all blacks are beaten by the best team!!!! -
    mrsmajor: A Big Congratulations..this was a wonderful piece of writing...thanks! -
    MissMerri: Well, I am SO happy you found that blue ribbon you were looking for! Congratulations and keep 'em coming. Adonna -


kiwisteveh: I have entered eleven site contests in the past four months and have collected FIVE second place ribbons (Do they actually give you a ribbon?!) as well as to third placings and an Honorable Mention!

I'm ready for a win, people!
June 10, 2015 at 2:49PM
    TAB_that's me: Nope, it doesn't even show up with anything on your profile page. -
    nor84: In Classic Fanstory, my most recent shows up, not the member contests or site contests from a year or so ago. There's a medal with "1" on it, then it says, "For You, the War is Over finished first in the member created contest "War."
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    TAB_that's me: That is for first place, if you get 2nd or 3rd, nothing, nada. -
    MissMerri: All I can say is, NEVER give up. You write like a winner, so very soon you will be rewarded for your efforts. I'm sure of it. And... second isn't so bad either. Look at it this way... You've won something in over half of the contests you've entered. (A pretty good record) You've collected about $145 dollars, fun money. That should make you smile. I do think there should be a notice under "Accomplishments" telling of each one of your wins, whether second, third or HM. That is, after all, a noteworthy accomplishment. But, I hope you will win several blue ribbons in the next four months. Keep entering. :p -
    Mystic Angel 7777: I think that second is really quite outstanding - think how many well versed writers you stand against before discounting the placement. More importantly, you have touched so many with your grace, wit, humor, clarity, and elegance - surely that is a far better reward than a silly ribbon in the accomplishment column .... I know you have touched me deeply in your verse and review and if I could grant you the win I would. Instead, I dub you Sir Knight of elevating eloquence and thank you from the depths of my heart for your chivalry in the art of elegant verbiage. -
    xotic flotsam: Its magical theoretical ribbon, like a logical hypothetical gibbon. You transcended external validation long ago. Without fail, your work competes with none other than yourself. Surf your gift. Crush it. With no one on the beach. -
    Colette Breeze.: Well,the piece sounded a bit wild, with many styles and beliefs maybe mixed together,was it that you believe in the Celtic's?It seemed that you then mixed the piece with witchcraft ,and finally with the earth-goddesses-however,if that was the case,how could you be earth's mother when you are a man?Had you had a drink? -


kiwisteveh: Yay! My Author of the Year trophy arrived - all the way from USA...
February 28, 2015 at 6:14PM
    alf collier: You mean they found that little hideaway?? -
    nancy_e_davis: I received mine too Steve. It is nice isn't it! I am very proud. Nancy -


FanStory wrote to kiwisteveh: Congratulations! The Duke of Vanterelle won the contest "Share A Story In A Poem"
February 9, 2015 at 12:13AM
    nor84: Great poem! Reminded me of the Highwayman. -
    michaelcahill: Wow. What an epic piece. No one had a chance!! -
    MissMerri: Congratulations Steve!! I doubt anyone will be surprised. What a poem! -
    adewpearl: Congratulations :-) Fantastic story! -
    IndianaIrish: Congratulations on your poetic story win, Steve. -
    Leineco: Congrats Steve! A perfect example of a Story Poem! Well deserved win :-) -
    Eric1: Well done Steve, well deserved win my friend. -
    Cariboubill: Man! You know how to tell a story. Congratulations! -
    rosehill (Wendy): A well deserved trip to the top of the podium. What a spectacular read. -
    nancyjam: Congratulations, Steve. I kinda thought this would be a winner. Great poem and a well deserved win. Nancy -
    kiwisteveh: Thanks, everyone! I sweated blood over this one.
    Now I'll turn my attention to the Free Verse contest, since I already have the Valentine's poem in the bag... :O) -
    Warren Rodgers: Congrats, Steve. Truly an exceptional poem and well deserved win!
    Rodger -
    N.K. Wagner: Congratulations, Steve. Great job!
    :) Nancy -
    Dorothy Farrell: Congratulations Steve - Knew you had a winner here. Dorothy -


FanStory wrote to kiwisteveh: Congratulations the 2014 Author of the Year!
January 14, 2015 at 3:08PM
    judiverse: Congratulations, 2014 author of the year! Job well done. Great work! judiverse -
    Muffins: Congrats, what an honor! -
    Lena Borghi: Congratulations, Steve! Well deserved :) Lena
    -
    Adri7enne: Wow! Nice, Steve. So happy for you. Congratulations, guy. -
    pipersfancy: Hey! Really great news! Congratulations to you, Steve. This is a well-deserved recognition! -
    mrsmajor: Congratulations, well deserved!
    Victoria -
    Dean Kuch: All the boils and girls down here in the crypt are dancing with joy, Steve. Congratulations on yet another outstanding achievement. ~Dean
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    humpwhistle: Hey, Steve, congratulations! A perfect choice. -
    RGstar: Well done, Steve. Keep trucking. Best wishes,
    RG -
    krys123: Congratulations Steve for this completely wonderful honor.
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    rjpurdy: Congratulations Steve. Couldn't happen to a more deserving author. -
    IndianaIrish: Warmest congratulations, Steve, for this grandest of FanStory honors. -
    Eric1: Congratulations Steve, it has taken far too long my friend. -
    kiwisteveh: Thank you everybody for all the congratulations and good wishes. This is completely unexpected - I shall have to try to live up to it. I may have to build a study to house the lovely trophy! -
    Selina Stambi: Congratulations, Steve. The punctilious punctuation paid off!! -
    Lovinia: How wonderful Steve ... Author of the Year 2014!I applaud your talent - well done. Hugs Lovi xoxo -
    mfowler: You're one of our finest. A deserved accolade. Congratulations. -
    gypsycaravan: Huge congratulations and applause, Steve. Well deserved. -
    rosehill (Wendy): Well, I knew it all along. I'm just delighted that the PTB's recognized it as well. Hooray for you! - Wendy -
    MissMerri: Yea!! I'm so glad you won this beautiful trophy. I think you should build a special cabinet for it and place it on your profile page permanently. It is really special, and I'm delighted to see it went to you, one of my favorite poets. You truly deserved this! :") -
    LoannaLois: Congratulations and best wishes for new thoughts and great writing we can all enjoy! -
    nancy_e_davis: Congratulations Steve. Of all the poems you have written one has stuck with me and that one is "Abandoned' It really impressed me. A well deserved award my friend. Nancy -
    kiwijenny: I am so proud of you ...yay way to go kiwi
    Very well deserved -
    starkat: Hearty Congratulations, Steve! You are a wordsmith extraordinaire and most deserving of this special award ... ;o) -
    Warren Rodgers: Congratulations, Steve! your hard work and talent has brought you this well deserved recognition. Bravo! Rodger -
    PUPA: Congratulations Steve. Well done. -
    Spitfire: Congratulations, my friend. What an honor. Looks as if you'll get a different trophy. Hope it's real gold. LOL -


FanStory wrote to kiwisteveh: Congratulations! Tender Tears won the contest "Minute"
October 21, 2014 at 12:13AM
    adewpearl: Congratulations, Steve, I'm so glad to see that a true minute poem won. -
    MissMerri: Heartfelt congratulations to you for this beautiful blue ribbon to add to your trophy case. ;") I loved your poem when I first read it. This is no surprise to me. -
    Leineco: Congrats Steve :-) Nicely done. . .nicely won :-) :-) -
    jpduck: So beautiful! Very well done. -
    rama devi: Congratulations. Touching write. -
    IndianaIrish: Congratulations on your wonderful contest win, Steve. -
    Just2Write: Well done, my friend. A most deserving win!
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    Eric1: That's great news Steve, so well deserved, hearty congratulations my friend. -
    Lovinia: Congratulations Steve! A wonderful effort and up against some stiff competition. Well done. Hugs - Lovi xoxox -
    Jackarrie: Congratulations on your win, a very good minute poem. Mary -
    kiwisteveh: Thank you all - I was surprised and delighted when this message popped up as I knew how many excellent entries there were.

    I m currently haggling with my wife over how the proceeds will be shared... Fortunately our government in its wisdom has taken steps to reduce the 'value' of our dollar so my prize exchanged as $122

    Now I'm off to try my han in the non-fiction contest - that should very quickly bring me back down to earth! -
    nancyjam: Congratulations once again Steve. Beautiful poem. A well deserved win. Nancy. -
    kiwijenny: Congratulations. Well written and tender..did you enter last minute? Lol -
    rama devi: Congratulations, Steve, for another win...much deserved...and also for your recent win in the prompt contest--I'd voted for yours! :) -


FanStory wrote to kiwisteveh: Congratulations! Abandoned won the contest "ABAB Poetry Contest"
April 23, 2014 at 12:10AM
    adewpearl: Congratulations - told you it should be a contender!! :-) -
    Cumbrianlass: Ah! I knew it. Amazing poem and a well deserved win. Congrats, Steve. -
    sandramitchell: I thought it was a winner when I review it. Many congratulations, Steve! -
    Quire's Gal: congratulations and I hope all is well with you! Katherine -
    Just2Write: Hey Steve - Congratulations on your win, my friend. -
    nancyjam: Told ya!!! Congratulations. So well deserved. Nancy -
    kiwisteveh: Thank you everybody! Now throw me a hint for how to write a love poem...
    Steve -
    IndianaIrish: Congratulations on your win, Steve. I don't believe for a second you need any hints to write anything. lol -
    Jackarrie: Congratulations on you win, a well deserved one. Mary -
    nancy_e_davis: I knew Abandoned would be the winner. It was a great poem Steve. Well done! Nancy -
    SLHarper: Congrats, once again, Steve!!! I told you! I think I am like 4 for 5 now! This one truly was outstanding in its field!!! I am so proud of your efforts! -
    Acquired Taste: Congratulations on a well-deserved win! Enjoy it... Jean -
    nancyjam: Congrats on placing in the Triolet contest. Nancy -
    RGstar: Congratulations on the win for the Tambour. Very good job. Excellent interpretations. Your award will be added tomorrow.
    Best wishes :) -
    Lovinia: "What if ...?" ... you WON> Congratulations. You even pipped our beloved Brooke at the post. Some excellent entries in this one. Though I did feel a poor sad-sack free verse poet not considered a serious one. I love and write free verse, yet I also love the well considered classic rhyme of the 'serious' poets. Bask in the glory!!! Hugs - Lovi xoxoxo -


FanStory wrote to kiwisteveh: Congratulations! The March 2014 Recognized Writer.
February 11, 2014 at 12:08AM
    humpwhistle: Jeez, Steve, what took you so long?
    You know I'm kidding, right? Congratulations.
    Should have happened long ago. -
    adewpearl: Congratulations, and I agree, this is long overdue :-) -
    mrsmajor: Congratulations on becoming a Recognized writer... -
    c_lucas: Congratulations, Steve. Charlie -
    jmdg1954: Congrats go out to you, Steve.
    John -
    Justin Tyme : Well deserved, Steve. I'll join the chorus and say that this is long overdue. Keep up the great work. -
    IndianaIrish: Congratulations on this wonderful honor, Steve. -
    LadyGuyse: Congratulations on your award. -
    Phyllis Stewart: Congratulations--to the committee, for finally noticing how amazing Steve is! :) -
    Dean Kuch: From all of the boils and ghouls in my stable, congratulations on winning March's recognized Writer of the Month, Steve!
    Congratulations! photo adams-family-blood-zombies-Favimcom-2900681.gif -
    rama devi: Yay! Kudos. Much deserved--and it took way too long, I agree! -
    michaelcahill: Long overdue for a very obvious choice. One of the very best here. Never disappoints. Congratulations! -
    Selina Stambi: What an honour, Steve! So well deserved. No more bridesmaid, sir ... :)(Throw out that bouquet!!) -
    ennahanid: Brilliant! Congratulations - Dinah -
    N.K. Wagner: Congratulations, Steve! Well deserved. -
    twinklepoems: Congratulations! (do you get fan money for this?? just kidding)
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    Gloria ....: Congratulations, steve. You earned it. -
    kiwijenny: Way to go kiwi from another kiwi.....this is awesome!!!!!!!! -
    pipersfancy: This is so well-deserved! BRAVO! My heartfelt congratulations to you, Steve! -
    kiwisteveh: BIG thank you one and all - an unexpected honour which has made my day.

    And yes, Twinkle, my bank balance has swelled by 100 Funny dollars.

    No pressure on my next piece now!

    Steve -
    MissMerri: Steve, this is an honor you definitely deserved, and I'm so glad to see it finally came. -
    SLHarper: Holy cow! I missed this, somehow... I was just getting ready to pm you my WQ! Lol! Congratulations! -


FanStory wrote to kiwisteveh: Congratulations! Ode to the Sea won the contest "Ode Poetry Contest"
February 7, 2014 at 12:10AM
    juliaSjames: You did it, Steve! Congratulations on the committee's recognition of an exceptional write. -
    humpwhistle: Hey, Steve, you're making this a habit. Seems you've thrown off that bride's maid thing. Congratulations. -
    Selina Stambi: Way to to, Steve - you're on a roll! Congrats - ALWAYS the bride!! -
    N.K. Wagner: Congratulations, Steve! There's the recognition you deserve! -
    michaelcahill: Just read your wonderful piece. Wow. So richly deserved an honor. Congratulations! -
    Just2Write: An exceptional piece of poetry, Steve. Congratulations. Rose. -
    nancyjam: Had a feeling this one would win. Congratulations on this well deserved recognition. -
    kiwisteveh: Thank you, one and all!

    No more bridesmaid jokes!

    Steve -
    SLHarper: Steve, I am officially 2 for 2 now! Maybe I'd have more luck as a critic than a poet? Lol! Congratulations! You deserved it! -
    Selina Stambi: Congrats on your placing in the story contest, Steve. -
    amada: Congratulations Steve :) -


FanStory wrote to kiwisteveh: Congratulations! Me and Spiggo-Thingo won the contest "Quatrain Poetry Contest"
January 10, 2014 at 12:08AM
    michaelcahill: Great choice. Loved that piece!! Congratulations. -
    sandramitchell: Told you, you had the winning one! Congratulations! xsx -
    starkat: Congratulations, Steve! What a delightfully fun and creative story poem ... ;o) -
    Phyllis Stewart: I'm so glad this won... not that I ever had a doubt. :) -
    suep: Congratulations! :) -
    Just2Write: Just thought I'd visit your wall and say Congratulations here as well. Rose. -
    kiwisteveh: Thank you one and all!

    .... and Spiggo says 128/79

    Steve -
    Titanx9: Congratulations for a well-deserved win. It was by far one of the funniest poems I'd read in a while. -
    Lynar: Congratulations! Very humorous quatrains. Laughable, wonderful piece. -


FanStory wrote to kiwisteveh: Congratulations! Redemption won the contest "ABAB Poetry Contest"
November 15, 2013 at 12:21AM
    Sally Carter: Steve - well done! I am so pleased for you. I think you should thank me for this. I have been so busy this one passed me by. As soon as I review something it comes second. Can you hear me clapping? -
    rama devi: Congratulations, Steve! Kudos! -
    adewpearl: Congratulations, Steve, for a wonderful poem :-) -
    Tessa Kay: Yay!! Well deserved! Congratulations! -
    humpwhistle: Oi,there, mate! I jes lost me shirt bettin' on you to come in second!

    Good stuff, Steve. Congratulations! -
    rosehill (Wendy): Congratulations. Now you don't have to stand in that clump of bridesmaids and try to catch the bouquet. Great poem and well deserved first place. -
    Dean Kuch: Congratulations, Steve. You deserved the win! -
    kiwisteveh: Thank you, one and all! About bloody time, is all I can say.

    Looking forward to planning how to spend my little windfall. -
    michaelcahill: They were right on the money this time. A wonderful piece. One of the best I have read here. Well deserved. Congratulations! -
    nancyjam: Yay Steve! I am so glad your poem won. It was terrific.
    Congratulations on this well deserved win. Nancy -
    Warren Rodgers: Congratulations Steve! I think the committee made a great choice! Rodger -
    Maureen's Pen: Congrats Steve on your well deserved win. Hugs -
    Showboat: Good job, Steve. LOVED that poem!

    Hugs,
    Gayle -
    Author Unknown: Congrats Steve...I really felt this would win. I'm glad for once that I was right... :) A. -
    Eddie Z: HI Steve, Great to see you are still firing on all cylinders. Well at least with your writing. I have just moved to a place on my own so hope to get into this again soon. Maybe after I have read all your work. -


FanStory wrote to kiwisteveh: Congratulations! Come, Woodsman won the contest "Sonnet Poetry Contest"
July 11, 2012 at 12:08AM
    nancyjam: It was a beauty! Congratulations on your well deserved win. -
    Sally Carter: Add my congratulations. A lovely sonnet and deserved prize winner. -
    visionary1234: hey kiwi!! congratulations!! TOLD YOU THIS WAS A GREAT PIECE!
    best wishes
    Sharyn -
    adewpearl: Congratulations :-) I told you it was good in my review! -
    Quire's Gal: Congratulations Steve. I'm still reeling from the rich poetic metaphor this piece has! -
    Julia.: Congrats, Steve! Nicely done. -
    humpwhistle: Hey, Steve, well done. Now please do me a favor and stick with sonnets. I'm tired of competeing with you. -
    rama devi: Bravo, Steve, A wonderful sonnet and kudos on your win! Nice extended metaphor and imagery. -
    kiwisteveh: Thank you everybody! A win in this category was certainly a surprise for me (and against tough competition I must say.) And look, comments on my profile page - one day I must get around to writing a profile! -
    donaldww: I'll try that again. Congratulations!!! -
    rhymelord: Dear Steve,
    Greatly deserved win. Congratulations
    Reg -
    marilyo: My heartfelt congratulations for a wonderful sonnet!! -
    Maureen's Pen: Congrats on placing third with your Triolet "Rebirth." Hugs -
    Chris Petersen: Congratulations on your win with Twinkle. Well done Steve. Chris. :-) -
    mshirachot: Congratulations on your win! You deserved it! -
    Curly Girly: Congratulations with Cheesel the Weasel! It was fun and I liked the last line. CG -
    Carolyn H: Congratulations, Steve - easily the wittiest of the bunch! -
    Solitude Poet: Congrats on winning the nonsense poem contest!!! :) You deserve it! :) -
    Jane Johnson: That really was a beautiful poem about the tree. Such imagery and vision. Thank you! To me that poem is like catching the biggest fish in the lake! Congrats!
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    Selina Stambi: Congratulations on your second placing in the ode contest, Steve. It was a lovely poem. :) -
    S A Bullen: Congratulations Steve. I knew you'd have a place with this won. Told ya! Sheryn :-) -
    Irish Rain: congrats to you on...now the knot is tied....excellent! -
    judiverse: HI, and congratulations on your win in the Funny nonsense poem contest. Great work! judi -
    kiwisteveh: Hi to everyone - sorry if I seem a bit slow to respond to messages here, but I rarely look at my own profile - same reason I won't have mirrors in the house and break any cameras I see! ;o)
    Steve -
    joeruptak: I am fairly new ,after reading your profile I
    am flattered that you even gave me a review
    thank you -