A Brief Awakening
- from my book Taste the Wild Wonder
John Mark Green is a poet and a writer of short fiction, living in Ontario, Canada. He is the author of five books, two of which are co-authored with his wife, poet Christy Ann Martine.
Saturday, June 27, 2026
Wednesday, June 17, 2026
Monday, June 8, 2026
Broken Hearts Can Still Be Beautiful - Poem-
In the darkness, you shine brighter.
Despite the pain, your love remains.
This is the truth that your life shows:
Broken hearts can still be beautiful.
— John Mark Green
Monday, June 1, 2026
Thursday, April 16, 2026
Crazy Dreamer poem excerpt
Trying to unbreak the weary heart of the world...
You can read the full poem in my book Taste the Wild Wonder
Monday, March 23, 2026
Thursday, March 19, 2026
Sunday, March 1, 2026
Wednesday, January 21, 2026
Monday, January 19, 2026
Reading the Obituaries of Stars - Poem
This new poem explores some recurring themes in my writing: mystery, wonder, and existential questions. I hope you like it.
Wednesday, December 24, 2025
Tuesday, December 23, 2025
Christmas Day Poem
Here's a little nostalgic Christmas poem. I hope you have a fun holiday, filled with food, family, and friends.
Tuesday, December 9, 2025
Sunday, November 16, 2025
Saturday, November 15, 2025
Dream Within a Dream - poem
If you enjoy poetry which explores the mysteries of the universe and existence, I think you'll like my book Taste the Wild Wonder.
Tuesday, November 11, 2025
Friday, October 31, 2025
Friday, September 19, 2025
Wednesday, September 3, 2025
Saturday, August 9, 2025
Life Is Breath on Windowpanes
Life is breath on windowpanes, we trace our hearts into the gray, while knowing time will fade it all away. - John Mark Green
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With grief, there are no right words. Only the quiet presence of those who care. 💙
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I'm happy that couples have been using this poem as part of their wedding celebrations, and I'm grateful to the wedding websites Lov...



















