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R William Parmenter / Author / Poet

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Indie-author | Poet | Artist | Dad | Atheist | Humanist | I say β€˜awesome’ a lot | he/him ; πŸ’›πŸ©΅πŸ©·πŸ’œπŸ’™πŸ³οΈβ€πŸŒˆπŸ³οΈβ€βš§οΈ https://lnk.bio/rwilliamparmenter

1,126 Followers  |  933 Following  |  300 Posts  |  Joined: 16.11.2024  |  1.6358

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Thank you so much!

02.08.2025 14:32 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

I really like my website!

One day, I hope to sell my books and art directly from it. For now, sign up for my newsletter to receive updates, poetry, longer posts, and (eventually) see my art.

Check it out. ‡️
rwilliamparmenter.com

28.07.2025 21:57 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Tropes for my upcoming gothic fantasy book, Echoes of the EtherStone.

πŸ•―οΈ Gothic/gaslamp vibes
πŸ•―οΈ Jack the Ripper inspired
πŸ•―οΈ Fighting religious & social oppression
πŸ•―οΈ Found family
πŸ•―οΈ Murder mystery
πŸ•―οΈ Arranged marriage

Coming Octoberβ€”pre-0rder now, πŸ”— in bio.

#gothicfantasy #fantasybooks #BookSky

19.07.2025 09:50 β€” πŸ‘ 9    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 2    πŸ“Œ 0
Flyer for my in-person book sales and signing event today 7/19:

Book SALE & SIGNING

Come to the Artisan Alley event at OTR Stillhouse and meet Jaye, buy your copy of Make Me Free or To Die is Gain, and have her sign it!

Saturday July 19, 2025
11:00am-4:00pm

2017 Branch St
Cincinnati, OH 45214

LIMITED COPIES AVAILABLE SO COME EARLY

Covers of Make Me Free and To Die Is Gain are also on the graphic.

Flyer for my in-person book sales and signing event today 7/19: Book SALE & SIGNING Come to the Artisan Alley event at OTR Stillhouse and meet Jaye, buy your copy of Make Me Free or To Die is Gain, and have her sign it! Saturday July 19, 2025 11:00am-4:00pm 2017 Branch St Cincinnati, OH 45214 LIMITED COPIES AVAILABLE SO COME EARLY Covers of Make Me Free and To Die Is Gain are also on the graphic.

Cincy Bookskyers β€” looking for something to do today? Check out Artisan Alley at OTR Stillhouse from 11-4! Paperback copies of Make Me Free and To Die Is Gain will be available at event sale pricing, and I’ll be there to sign copies and chat! πŸ“šπŸ’™

#ArtisanAlley #buylocal513 #OTRstillhouse #Cincinnati

19.07.2025 11:57 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Happy Saturday!

We are at $125/$775 for rent due the 1st! Only $650 to go! TYSM!

I have been unable to work due to asthma complications & trying to get in to see a pulmonologist.

Please help this disabled queer trans person stay housed?
πŸ’•πŸ’Έ #MutuaAid

paypal.me/rookkilljoy
C/V: foxrook

19.07.2025 12:26 β€” πŸ‘ 9    πŸ” 8    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 2

I’m sad to have learned that poet Andrea Gibson passed away. They were an amazing human and a wonderful writer. May they rest in peace. πŸ’œ

14.07.2025 17:53 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Thank you so much! 😊

28.06.2025 22:17 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Have a look! I was interviewed by Oatleaf Poetry Magazine!

28.06.2025 14:36 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Thank you!

28.06.2025 14:35 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Thank you so much! It was a fun prompt that sparked this little piece for my wife, and anyone who has a person who helps bring them back to Earth. 😊

28.06.2025 14:34 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
You Ground Me by R William Parmenter Editor's Note: Congratulations to R William Parmenter for winning this month's competition. The theme for June was "out-of-body" and this pi...

I’m excited to have won this month’s competition with Oatleaf Poetry Magazine! This month’s theme was β€œout-of-body.”

Give it a read and follow Oatleaf for more great poetry: www.oatleafpoetry.com/2025/06/you-...

25.06.2025 15:53 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 2    πŸ“Œ 0

When I’m looking at publications to submit to, and I read some of the poems they’ve published, and I start to doubt myself…

βœ‹Imposter Syndrome🀚

p.s. I submit anyway.

11.06.2025 17:04 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Trying to buy a house has been… fun. Between that and client work, I managed to write some poems. AND I’ve submitted a few so far! Even if they aren’t accepted, it’s exciting to get my work out there.

08.06.2025 18:14 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Happy Pride! πŸ³οΈβ€πŸŒˆπŸ³οΈβ€βš§οΈ

01.06.2025 12:02 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Books - R. William Parmenter | Author | Poet | Artist Currently Available Between The Dark and The Light Between The Dark and The Light, the debut of R. William Parmenter, is a powerful collection of poems exploring the raw and authentic experience of li...

In recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month, my book is discounted through May. Find it at your favorite place to buy books. You can also ask your local bookstore or library to carry it!

rwilliamparmenter.com/books/

11.05.2025 15:20 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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My book has been out in the world for five months! This poem is a selection from the book. As you may guess, it is about a typical day where I dissociate from everything around me. I’m floating through the world, not really attached to my body, and watching everything as if I’m watching TV.

11.05.2025 15:20 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
Available now at your favorite digital store! Between The Dark and The Light by R. William Parmenter

I published it to help others who struggle with the same or similar mental health issues. It’s important to acknowledge, educate, and talk about mental health.

If you think my poetry will resonate with you, check it out!

books2read.com/rwilliamparm...

02.05.2025 11:16 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

It’s Mental Health Awareness Month! I’m keeping my poetry book marked down all month. Between The Dark and The Light is a collection of poems reflecting on living life with bipolar disorder, ADHD, depression, and anxiety. ‡️

02.05.2025 11:16 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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Donate to Funeral and guardianship legal fees, organized by Hannah Danielle We are in need of help gathering funds for the end of life expenses for my mother,… Hannah Danielle needs your support for Funeral and guardianship legal fees

Hi! I am trying to drop this everywhere I can. My family needs help gofund.me/0aa08df8

23.04.2025 19:45 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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A peek of one of the many pieces of art you can get with these exclusive sprayed edge paperbacks when my Kickstarter launches on 5/9! Pre-save with the link in my bio now!

28.04.2025 20:01 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Spotlight: Raw Emotional Reflections Poet R. William Parmenter. This week’s spotlight features a Poet who uses few words to impart much meaning in every line.

Hey, look! I was interviewed! You can find out a bit more about me and my writing process if you like.

open.substack.com/pub/indieboo...

28.04.2025 20:14 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Each Place, A Home - R. William Parmenter | Author | Poet | Artist This poem came to me while we were driving across the country. Since we were moving back to our childhood state and homes, I had a lot of that on my mind. For many people like myself, a place you grow...

I have a new poem up on my blog. Give it a read if you like!

If you like my work, sign up for my newsletter and receive updates when I publish new poems, information about upcoming books, art (eventually), and all the good things.

rwilliamparmenter.com/each-place-a...

24.04.2025 12:28 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Available now at your favorite digital store! Between The Dark and The Light by R. William Parmenter

books2read.com/rwilliamparm...

14.04.2025 11:33 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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PoetryPalooza - Indie Poetry Sale | VW Publishing Join PoetryPalooza 2025, a 3-day indie poetry book sale (April 12-14) celebrating National Poetry Month! Discover discounted poetry eBooks ($0.99-$1.99) and print book deals from indie poets. Sign up ...

www.vwpublishing.com/poetrypalooza

14.04.2025 11:33 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

Today is the last day of PoetryPalooza! Great poetry ebooks on sale at $.99 to $1.99. Considering getting into poetry or collecting more? Now is a great time!

Many authors taking part have even discounted their physical copies!

New poetry + supporting indie authors = awesomeness!

⬇️

14.04.2025 11:33 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

Books, check β€˜em out! Books, check β€˜em out! IYKYK

It’s National Poetry Month! A great way to celebrate is to support and read indie poets, such as myself!

Check it out ⬇️

14.04.2025 11:33 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

Books will be available on all major platforms and direct sale sites.

Buy a book = enter to win a $15 or $20 Bookshop.org gift card!

Want a reminder when it goes live?
www.vwpublishing.com/poetrypalooza (signing up will get you a free entry - link in bio)

11.04.2025 12:02 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

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