One Love by Bill Holmes

One Love by Bill Holmes

What happens when a poet struggling to find inspiration and a single woman frustrated with the dating scene cross paths? Bill Holmes answers this question and more in One Love, the hot ESSENCE Best-Selling novel that's masterful, intense and has people talking.
 
Chris, a handsome and talented poet, struggling to find inspiration to write while wrestling with corporate politics and the drama of an unfulfilling relationship. Regina, a beautiful accountant, feeling frustrated with her career and the dating scene, secretly yearns to re-embrace her heart's desire: singing. A chance encounter between these thirty-something commuters, one summer morning, reveals this is a small world where poetry, family, friendship and love unite in Philadelphia.

Book Title: One Love
Price: $15.00
Paperback or Hardcover: Paperback
Publisher: Xpress Yourself Publishing, LLC
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0-9722990-4-1
 ISBN-13: 978-0-9722990-4-6

Popular in these categories/genres: Romance

All distributors of the book:
Baker and Taylor, Ingram, Amazon.com, Borders and Barnes and Noble

Book Club or Peer Reviews:
 
"Holmes pens a hip contemporary tale brimming with passion and sass. One Love is definitely one you won't want to miss!" - Tracy Price-Thompson, bestselling author of Knockin' Boots
 
*****
 
"Bill Holmes writes with savvy, creating characters we all love to read about." - Jessica Tilles, bestselling author of Sweet Revenge
 
*****
 
"Can the past really hinder our success in the future? Bill Holmes does an excellent job of exploring that question and more in One Love." - John Wooden, author of A Moment of Justice, A Lifetime of Vengenance
 
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"One Love was a great read! I thought Regina and Chris were strong and dimensional characters that could possibly flow into a sequel." - Shawan Lewis, author of Help Wanted
 
*****
 
"One Love, the new novel by Bill Holmes, is a hip, breezy look at the inner workings of the spoken word scene, complete with on and off stage drama! Bill's insight into the feminine mind and issues of "real" life behind the scenes draws us into trials of love, loss and adversity. Bill does this with sensitivity as we root for the characters to realize the desires of their hearts. After you read One Love, check out an open mic and put this read to work! One Love captures the spirit of the spoken word scene because Bill is true poetry."
Tantra, Performance Poet, Author of alifepoeminprogress
 
*****

"Think Love Jones. Think funky jazz and poetry readings in dimly lit cafes and clubs. Think an amalgamation of poetry, friendship, and love and you'll get an idea of what Bill Holmes' novel offers.
 
Regina is dealing with trifling men, health problems, and boredom when she meets the handsome poet, Chris. Instant attraction and consecutive chance meetings ensue, and Chris and Regina hit it off right away. However, Regina is distracted by her health problems, girlfriend drama, and a past love, while Chris confronts family ties. Will their love of poetry and music be enough to clear the way for their love to bloom?
 
While the pace of ONE LOVE isn't particularly breathtaking, I enjoyed the characterizations and the embedded morals. Holmes includes poems, but not to the point of distraction; the poems actually enhanced the story. I recommend this book for anyone wanting a break from drama for the sake of drama."
 
Reviewed by CandaceK
of The RAWSISTAZ Reviewers
 
*****
 
"In One Love, Bill Holmes' fictional debut, Chris Harrington is a victim of Corporate America by day and a talented poet by night. Anxious about a possible merger between his employer and another company, Chris already has his hands full without the added drama coming from Ronnie, his girlfriend of three months. Dealing with her outbursts and jealousy of his co-workers and even of his poetry, he decides enough is enough and they need some time apart. Chance encounters with Regina, the sharp-dressed accountant who catches his eye every morning on the train, helps him make a clean break.

Regina Simmons, the beautiful and sassy professional, is a talented singer and poet in her own right. Regina has dealings with an ex that have not only pulled her away from the poetry scene, but also make it difficult for her to give her all to a new relationship. Can Chris and Regina find their way through their own emotional roller coasters and learn to ride this wave of words and love together?

One Love is a refreshing read. Bill Holmes has created characters that are easy to love and cheer for. Secondary characters are just as great. You are sure to laugh-out-loud at some points and even shed a tear in others. One Love is a well-written novel and the poetry included in the story is the icing on the cake. Love, family, friends and beautiful word play make this story a hit. This is surely a recommended read, especially for anyone who loves poetry and the poetry scene."

Reviewed by Donielle Ruff
APOOO BookClub

Author's Bio:
Bill Holmes is an artist who has dared to dream in the face of adversity while recognizing the divine nature of life and its infinite possibilities. As a respected poet, writer and author on the Philadelphia spoken word scene, Bill has touched many souls through his creative endeavors by striving towards excellence in everything he does. His performances have captivated many audiences through his unique style of humor, insight, spirituality, pride, and most importantly, love and appreciation of a woman. By no means is Bill afraid "to keep it real when expressing the importance of self-love."
 
Bill is the founder, the publisher and the CEO of Universal Expressions, LLC, a publishing company that allows artists the opportunity to achieve their aesthetic dreams. He is also the author of the chapbook Illuminations, the spoken word EP Asphyxiation, the full-length poetry book Straight From My Heart, and the spoken word CD, The Air I Breathe, and the ESSENCE best selling fiction novel One Love.
 
Bill has been featured and has performed at various poetry venues in Philadelphia, New Jersey, New York, and surrounding areas. Bill was the co-host of the monthly poetry series Poetic Ventures Writers Collective and has opened for artists such as the Last Poets and award-winning jazz musician Roy Ayers. His work has been published and featured in the Philadelphia Tribune, ESSENCE, and the anthologies Journey Into My Brother's Soul, Erogenous Zone: A Sexual Voyage and Step Up To The Mic: A Poetic Explosion.
 

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