G.D. Shaffer's Literary Corner
Explore the realms of imagination through poetry and short stories.
G.D. Shaffer's Creative Portfolio
Get a glimpse into the evocative storytelling and poetic mastery present in 'I Dreamt I Asked the Sky'.
Excerpt from 'Alone in Solitude'
... my sorrow is deep
a hole, dark and lonely
where i fall helplessly
hopelessly
into the abyss of my mindExcerpt from 'The Watchers'
... once brightly colored
their eyes have grown pale
and their fading render
no longer gleams
but reminds only vaguely
of perfection once possessed...Excerpt from 'Cries My Heart'
... depth of darkness
comforting and safe
yet shallow and raw
eating at self and self-esteem
consuming that which is meWhat Readers Are Saying
Discover the impact G.D Shaffer's stories and poems have had on those who have ventured into his literary world.
Jana Lopez.
MFA, Creighton University Poet-in-Residence
"…a beautifully inspired, courageous gathering of words and poetry. G.D. Shaffer truly gets to the heart of love, longing, seeking, and dreaming. His work is both accessible and contemplative—a rare blend among a sea of poets. You'll find
your Self swept away by the beautiful imagery, relatable honesty, and the significance of dreaming."Warren Niles Boulanger.
Lyricist, Composer, Instrumentalist
... “In the literary and emotional traditions of
T.S. Elliot and W.B. Yeats, Greg invites us into his life’s journey, and through his beautiful and complex poetry gives us room to weave our own journey into his.”
Kath Hays.
BS, MS, JD, Entrepreneur
“In I Dreamt I Asked the Sky, G.D. Shaffer distills life’s complexities into crisp, evocative verse, guiding the reader from darkness to renewal. Many poems stirred my own memories, resonating with emotional truth in a voice both confident and deeply human. A powerful collection worth returning to.”
