Endorsements
Bishop Stewart Roberts
What an honor it is to comment on the musings of L. Darnel Holland. Amid the noise of the day, his writings ring out with a clarity that has to be considered. In these hyper-driven times, it’s is refreshing to have to consider, interpret, internalize and conclude with what we have read. Having known him all my life, it’s refreshing to see where his thoughts, put to pen, will lead us. I’m sure the laughter, introspection, and inspiration will benefit every reader of this work. Well done, my brother. “A word fitly spoken is like apples of gold in a setting of silver.” Proverbs 25:11
Jan Alejandro, Writer, Poet, Playwright
“I still can’t believe this is the same Larry Holland who struck me out every time in Little League. Back then, he had a fastball you couldn’t see coming. Now, in his 70’s, it’s his words that sneak up on you - quiet, precise and full of vision. He writes like someone who’s spent a lifetime listening closely to what the rest of us miss.”
Wendell Crawford
Larry, I just wanted to take a moment to shine a light on your poems. You have always given 100% with every challenge and your poems are like a breath of fresh air, lifting our spirits with every word you share. Your faith shines through in every poem you create, and it’s truly inspiring. Proverbs 18:24. I look forward to the sequel.
Dr. Benny Mayfield
L. Darnel Holland -
Once in a generation and perhaps generations. . . we witness the coming of age of one’s purpose, excellence and literary genius. One’s ability to effortlessly and effectively put pen to paper. One’s ability to submerge the reader’s experience to unknown depths. Writing and having the ability to transfer one’s mental thoughts to paper and bring the reader into the author’s realm of consciousness is a masterful art. The creation of vivid images which embraces the reader and page that are both telescopic and panoramic simultaneously. Holland has the capability and capacity to bring to the surface in his writings. The times and memories of his childhood along with the space between adolescence and manhood. Holland microscopically opens the window into our conscience. His writings address individual and societal challenges and victories. His works allows the reader to realize the values of family, patience, character and purpose. Holland has the amazing ability to take you into every room of his existence and presence. One you experience Holland’s magnificence, you will find yourself compelled to engage yourself into the fluidity of his literary artistry over and over again.