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TEXAS FLOOD, My Micro-Chapbook, Is Available for Order

Posted on February 4, 2025 by robert okaji

Today is the official launch day for Texas Flood, my micro-chapbook from Porkbelly Press, out of CIncinnati, Ohio. This ten poem collection was written in the aftermath of Hurricane Harvey, in August 2017. Regarding the press, founder and editor Nicci Melcher is a dream to work with, and I feel fortunate indeed to have crossed paths. Please check out Porkbelly’s extensive offerings at https://porkbellypress.com/poetry/flood

22 thoughts on “TEXAS FLOOD, My Micro-Chapbook, Is Available for Order”

Andrew McDowell on February 4, 2025 at 5:36 pm said:

Congrats, Robert.

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- robert okaji on February 4, 2025 at 6:23 pm said:
  
  Thank you, Andrew!
  
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  - Andrew McDowell on February 5, 2025 at 9:46 am said:
    
    You’re welcome.
    
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trE on February 4, 2025 at 7:10 pm said:

Way to go, Robert! Congratulations! 🎉🎊👏🏾

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- robert okaji on February 4, 2025 at 7:50 pm said:
  
  Thanks, Tre. Those poems sat around for a while, not doing much of anything. 😁
  
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  - trE on February 4, 2025 at 7:55 pm said:
    
    Haha. I’m sure they’re waiting for some love, then. You’re most welcome!
    
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    - robert okaji on February 4, 2025 at 8:02 pm said:
      
      Well, they’ve gotten around a little on their own, but not together. Ha.
      
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memadtwo on February 4, 2025 at 7:26 pm said:

Thanks for letting us know, and congratulations! (K)

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- robert okaji on February 4, 2025 at 7:52 pm said:
  
  Four down, one to go. Probably in April!
  
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stephanielharper on February 4, 2025 at 8:46 pm said:

O, amore mio, this micro-chapbook is but a microcosm of the wonder you are to behold! And I’m the number one authority on the beholding of you, so I know what I’m talking about! Bravissimo! I’m so proud of you — for all the reasons!! ❤

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- robert okaji on February 4, 2025 at 8:52 pm said:
  
  Hmm. Today I feel more like a blunder to behold. Or be held.
  
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  - stephanielharper on February 5, 2025 at 12:17 pm said:
    
    i be holding wondrous, blundrous you!
    
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    - robert okaji on February 5, 2025 at 1:29 pm said:
      
      Which is the greatest tonic, the most pleasing and powerful healing force ever! 🥰
      
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derrickjknight on February 5, 2025 at 3:30 am said:

Congratulations

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- robert okaji on February 5, 2025 at 1:27 pm said:
  
  Thanks very much, Derrick.
  
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sunhesper on February 5, 2025 at 12:15 pm said:

Promptly pre-ordered, along with another chapbook that looked interesting; there are so many! I find their handmade yet sumptuous vibe very appealing, and am always excited to add to my RO section 🙂

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- robert okaji on February 5, 2025 at 1:32 pm said:
  
  I, too, enjoy the vibe, particularly the handbound element, which lends special charm to the artifact of the book.
  
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Liz Gauffreau on February 5, 2025 at 1:55 pm said:

Congratulations, Bob!

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Aud on February 8, 2025 at 2:01 pm said:

congratulations Bob! 💖

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- robert okaji on February 8, 2025 at 5:51 pm said:
  
  Thank you! I’m pleased to have found the perfect publisher for this little tome!
  
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Kim Whysall-Hammond on February 21, 2025 at 11:48 am said:

Congratulations Robert!

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- robert okaji on February 22, 2025 at 9:41 am said:
  
  Thank you, Kim!
  
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