Heart Split in Two is the first poetry chapbook by Norberto Franco Cisneros, The Elder Poet. As an active member of the Sedona Poetry Salon, Norberto honed his writing and poetry skills, especially after a devastating stroke paralyzed his whole left side. Soon his unique view of the world began to attract attention. From a wheelchair he competed at poetry slams, even winning second place at several of the events. He also gave readings at other poetry functions, always bringing his unique voice to the audience. Soon he was encouraged by fellow poets to publish a chapbook of his work. Now for the first time, he offers Heart Split in Two for sale through his website. For more information about the Norberto F. Cisneros, please click here.

Good poetry is supposed to be intense, condensed and magical. With his book, Heart Split in Two, Norberto Cisneros has accomplished all this and more. Norberto has used powerful language and vivid imagery to hold a mirror up to his life as he deals with the after effects of a stroke. The reflection revealed there is more than a surface image painted on glass, closer to a wavering reflection atop a pond with depth, currents and unknown phantasms swimming underneath.

These poems are honest about pain, fear and love in a way that is stark and startling. There is a saying among musicians that hard times are not the blues; the spirit overcoming hard times, these are the blues. In Heart Split in Two Cisneros wields verse the same way arch angel Gabriel wields his trumpet, bringing the walls tumbling down.

Gary Every, Award winning author of Shadow of the OhshaD, and award winning poet and author of many other books. Leader of the Sedona Poetry Salon.

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REVIEWS

Heart Split in Two is a chapbook for the soul. Every page is a revelation, a birthing, and a post-apocalyptic catharsis. The author, Norberto Franco Cisneros, takes us to new frontiers of emotions that will leave you in a coma of thought. All who read this anthology will be drawn to the intense sensitivity, dramatically poetic landscapes, and poignant stories and poems of his inner realms.

A must read for everyone who wants to experience rebirth, love, death, life, and imagery.

Dr. Ansul Noor
Poet/Artist/Healer/Global Peace Advocate, www.ruhaatish.com

I've read your whole book of poetry and heartily say, "Congratulations!" That was quite an accomplishment. I like the poetry of Heart Split in Two, and the art. The poetry is moving, thought provoking and rings true. I like the fact that you gave Suzanne, your wife, credit for all she has done to keep you going. It's a nice tribute to her.

Gene Garrison, author of Widowhood Happens, From Thunder to Breakfast, Javelina! Have-uh WHAT? and There's Something About Cave Creek. A graduate of the New York Institute of Photography, and included in Who's Who in America. www.authorsden.com/ggarrison