Wizard
One man struggling to fit in
Poetry | ISBN 9780957014114 | pb | 128pp | £8.00

 

"This is a place
with a star-crossed patch of forever
that holds a henna-speckled magic
you will never struggle to uncover..."

- from Seraphina

 

Following a full capacity debut at Contact Theatre, Dominic Berry returns as Wizard, one man struggling to fit in. In a unique world born of Dungeons & Dragons, Japanese RPGs and Greek myths, this heartfelt, honest collection mixes a poetry-spouting kettle, hilarious spell-casting dish rack and the true horror of a broken mental health system.
With b&w thumbnail illustrations by Brink.

 

"Really very inspiring. I love the seriousness and the humour" - Benjamin Zephaniah, Poet & Activist
"Emotive, intelligent and raw. He meshes the theatre and literature world to produce something quite delicious and totally engaging" - Gwen Oakden, City Life
"Dominic is an exceptional force in the poetry and spoken word scene in the North West. I am always impressed by his desire and determination to push beyond his comfort zone and write work that will challenge himself and his audience" - John McGrath, Artistic Director of National Theatre Wales
"Truly beautiful work, a deep understanding of mythic and magical themes" - Wendy Rule, Singer / Songwriter
"Shakesqueer" - Lynnee Breedlove, Trans Punk Vanguard
"I was taken by his energy, charm and, poetic prowess. Dominic is a committed and passionate artist who not only shines individually but is an advocate for other poets. As an individual Dominic's poetry is at once poignant, personal, profound, and humorous. He is a talented performer who brings a dynamic physicality and theatricality to the realm of poetry" - Baba Israel, Artistic Director, Contact

 

Contents: Stranger Dress; Into The Sea; We Swim Together; My Living Document; Do Ken and Ryu Cuddle After Fights?; Suzanne Takes Me Down; Seraphina; Steve; To Your Party; Like Moonshine Pulls Moths; Medusa; Sellotaped Smile; Princess; The Colossal Monster of Cannot; Julie Jones VS The Colossal Monster of Cannot; The Myth of Protein; A Vegan from Slough; A Vegan from Rochdale; A Vegan from Torquay; A Vegan from Round Here; Peace of Vegan Cake; Jocelyn Brown, Jazz Cafe, Camden, 2008; Time Travellers; Purple; Sun; Hero; Earth; Snail; 4am; Wizard: Demon; Playing Mortal Kombat; The Elders' Song; Gargoyles; Zombies; Gorgons; Spirits; Shape-Shifter; Imp or Giant; Human; Goddess; Strangers Talk

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Tomorrow, I Will Go Dancing
Fiery fruit splattered verse
Poetry/Adult | ISBN 9780955509223 | pb | 88pp | now only £6.50

 

"There's a photo of us in a place we've yet to be.
It's on the last shot of my camera,
the one I've still not taken,
I'm saving it for you.
But let's not rush.
I am in love with the journey."

- from We Travel

 

Dominic's debut collection contains many of the slam winning poems he has become known for over recent years. His work is political, passionate, carefully crafted, sincere, kinky sexy, often very funny and always immensely enjoyable.
With b&w thumbnail illustrations by Brink.

 

"Beautiful writing. A sharp, unflinching eye" - John McGrath, Artistic Director of National Theatre Wales
"Poetry from the heart and head. A true performer who touches hearts and changes minds" - Jackie Hagan, poet & comedian
"Attending a Dominic Berry performance is effervescent and life affirming. Similarly, reading this book will be a stimulating, uplifting experience" - David Hoyle (The Divine David)

 

Contents: Solid with Stardust; Diamonds; Don't Bank Love; Stabilisers Taken; The Road to Trefasser, Part 1; Home; Home of Beasts; Beast; No Cat; Beautiful Beautiful; Jocelyn and Cohen Duet; Fuck Me, London; Beetroot Juice; Men in Suits, Boys in School Uniform; The Road from Trefasser; Manchester; Night in July; Retail Whore; Five Rhythms; Night in August; Tiny Butch; I Know What My Beer is For; Gay Parade; Fantastic; Not My Father; Kebab; The Happiest Meal; Green as The Fields; Lovely Fruit Salad; Pulse; I'm Coming Out as Vegan!; My Favourite Meals; Tomorrow, I Will Go Dancing; Trying to Remember; Beers in Your Bedroom; Do You See This Night?; This Room Has Lips / You Should Be Naked!; We Travel; The Road to Trefasser, Part 2; Sits with Buddleia; Wizard; Tea

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Lyric of Dragon Claw Keep
An exciting modern adventure game where YOU are the hero
Fantasy/RP/13+ | ISBN 9780955509261 | pb | 208pp | now only £4.50

 

"...Three large wooden framed doorways are set into the red rock face around you. In front of one of them is a tall, slim, blue-skinned woman, dressed in tight fitting silver armour. She stands above a bleating, cowering creature; a young man with what looks like goat's horns curling either side of his head... Frozen with fear you realise: You are about to witness a murder..."

 

A mad and merciless Queen elf has descended from the dark north mountains and murdered the old King of Dragon Claw Keep. Within these ancient walls, her brainwashed acolytes have constructed a horrific abuse suite, where all who do not join her army are slowly slaughtered by blood-thirsty goblin mages. You do not know how you and your loved ones came to be in this strange and deadly land. Can you survive its challenges and traps long enough to discover how to get home? In this exciting modern adventure game YOU are the hero. Many have already been killed resisting the Queen elf's cruelty. Where they have fallen, will you survive? With b&w illustrations by the author.

 

"Masterfully crafted and ultimately enthralling" - amazon review

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Dominic's books are available from our online shop, via PayPal or cheque payable to Flapjack Press. Also from Liverpool's News From Nowhere, London's Big Green Bookshop, Manchester's Cornerhouse, Amazon & through major bookstores' online ordering systems.

 

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