The poetry content of Rhyming Dreams is a delightfully ethereal as its striking cover of a female goddess in shades of blue against a turquoise background. The poet introduces this collection with an overview about the large variety of different steps she has taken during her life and how they have led her on different journeys. Some steps are hard to take and some are taken quickly, heedless of potential danger, but all lead to change. The overarching message in this introduction and in this book, is that no matter how tough life gets, our feet always eventually grow wings again and our steps led us upwards, in pursuit of our dreams and better opportunities.
Many of the poems are written in rhyming verse which is a favourite form of mine, and all are exquisitely beautiful. Each poem is matched with one of the poet's wonderful colour photographs that compliment the words. One of the objectives of this collection is to create and share beauty by engaging all of the senses in a sensuous and vivid way. It creates a path of poems to joy and gratitude.
One of my favourite poems in the collection is called Starry Steps and it provides a small peek into the collection.
Starry Steps
"to step on stairs
of stars
to breathe in their light,
their dream
touching their statin star dust
beyond clouds
and the moon...
smiling
from within their shine
and hiding behind veils of rays
to fall asleep
sun in your heart..."
A poetry collection that uplifts and inspires.
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Reflective read - with original poetry and photography that work together,
Rhyming Dreams by Nicole Sara is a poetry anthology that blends literary and visual art in a gentle, immersive way. Each poem is paired with one of Sara’s own photographs and a thoughtful quote, inviting the reader to experience the words alongside imagery that deepens their emotional tone. Her use of color and sensory detail creates vivid scenes and feelings, while the pacing of the poems moves with a calm rhythm that feels like a long exhale. One example appears in the poem “The Blue Strawberry,” where spring romance is painted with playful imagination: “Spring has arrived and there’s love in the air ‘tis shining around, in her eyes, in his stare, she told him she wished a day for them two and he gave her instead a strawberry, blue. He pinned it above her heart, on her jacket.” The imagery blends whimsy and tenderness, capturing love through a small, symbolic gesture. Another quiet moment appears in “As Though,” where the landscape mirrors a sense of peace: “on seashores of calm, the waves like a balm the walk… sunny rug, each step in a hug.” Here, Sara uses soft textures and natural imagery to create a feeling of warmth and comfort. Overall, Rhyming Dreams offers readers a reflective experience where original poetry and photography work together, allowing emotions to unfold slowly and visually as each page turns.
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- Reviewed in the United States on March 4, 2026Format: Kindle
Rhyming Dreams by Nicole Sara is a poetry anthology that blends literary and visual art in a gentle, immersive way. Each poem is paired with one of Sara’s own photographs and a thoughtful quote, inviting the reader to experience the words alongside imagery that deepens their emotional tone. Her use of color and sensory detail creates vivid scenes and feelings, while the pacing of the poems moves with a calm rhythm that feels like a long exhale.
Reflective read - with original poetry and photography that work together,
Reviewed in the United States on March 4, 2026
One example appears in the poem “The Blue Strawberry,” where spring romance is painted with playful imagination:
“Spring has arrived and there’s love in the air ‘tis shining around, in her eyes, in his stare, she told him she wished a day for them two and he gave her instead a strawberry, blue. He pinned it above her heart, on her jacket.”
The imagery blends whimsy and tenderness, capturing love through a small, symbolic gesture.
Another quiet moment appears in “As Though,” where the landscape mirrors a sense of peace:
“on seashores of calm, the waves like a balm the walk… sunny rug, each step in a hug.”
Here, Sara uses soft textures and natural imagery to create a feeling of warmth and comfort.
Overall, Rhyming Dreams offers readers a reflective experience where original poetry and photography work together, allowing emotions to unfold slowly and visually as each page turns.
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- Esther ChiltonReviewed in the United Kingdom on November 15, 2025
Enchanting
Format: KindleVerified Purchase - Selma in JapanReviewed in Japan on November 3, 2025
A treasure cove of feel-good poetry that will reacquaint and return that smile where it belongs
Format: KindleVerified Purchase - Margaret WatsonReviewed in the United Kingdom on October 6, 2025
Poetry for the Soul
Format: KindleVerified Purchase - Simona PriloganReviewed in the United Kingdom on August 17, 2025
A radiant collection that nourishes both heart and soul.
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"Rhyming Dreams" by Nicole Sara is a treasure for poetry lovers. Each poem is delicately paired with one of Nicole’s photographs, creating a harmonious dialogue between word and image. Bringing mottos and quotations from other writers adds yet another layer of depth, like a guiding light into the soul of each piece.Simona PriloganA radiant collection that nourishes both heart and soul.
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 17, 2025
Her poetry celebrates nature in a deeply personal yet universally relatable way. Through her verses, Nicole reveals the close bond between the natural world and the human spirit, reminding us of the beauty and stillness we often overlook in busy lives.
What makes this collection especially captivating is her optimistic voice. Her words carry a gentle breeze of peace, rays of sunshine, and the music of life’s simplest joys. Reading these poems feels like walking through a garden where each flower is blooming with serenity, hope, and soulful reflection.
This book is not only a poetry collection, but also an uplifting experience for the heart. A work of art that invites you to pause, breathe, and reconnect with yourself. Highly recommended! Five stars!
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