My Books
Title:
As Close to the Edge Without Going Over
Synopsis:
A unique collection of science fiction poetry, this recent book explores where our future may be headed, wrapped in refreshing ideas and vibrant language.
Testimonial:
“Part celebration, part call-to-action, David Silverberg uses these pages to remind poets and readers alike: we need you now more than ever.”
-Alessandra Naccarato, winner of the RBC Bronwen Wallace Award, and of the 2017 CBC Poetry Prize.
Date published:
July 2, 2019
Publisher:
Kelp Queen Press. 69 pages.
Title:
Mic Check: An Anthology of Canadian Spoken Word
Synopsis:
As editor, I was responsible for curating and editing the incredible poetry submitted from dozens of spoken word stars across Canada, from Vancouver’s RC Weslowski to Halifax’s Shauntay Grant. One of the first anthologies of spoken word in Canada.
Testimonial:
“There’s hardly a poem here that requires a performance in order to be at its best... Highly recommended.”
-Robert Priest, reviewing Mic Check in Toronto’s NOW Magazine
Date published:
April 28, 2008
Publisher:
Quattro Books. 94 pages.
Title:
Bags of Wires
Synopsis:
My first book of poetry, Bags of Wires embraces both the fun and insightful writing I wanted to curate into a solid collection of short poems and haikus. I cover topics such as battling regrets to why I dove into journalism to my passion for literature.
Date published:
2005
Publisher:
LyricalMyrical Press. 50 pages.
Note:
*Book out of print. No copies available.