Wednesday, 7 December 2016
JUST RELEASED: "Shoreline" NOW AVAILABLE!
NOW AVAILABLE!!!
It's finally here at last! "Shoreline" the newly released book featuring my brand new short story "The Lost Ones Return" is now available!
It's a wonderful softcover book full of great short stories!
Get your copy now to read all these excellent stories, including mine!
"The Lost Ones Return" is a story about a disaster that tears people apart, and brings people together. This story blends fiction with non-fiction, and is inspired and partly based on recent true events in Canadian history.
You can purchase "Overture" exclusively from The Polar Expressions Publishing.
Visit: http://www.polarexpressions.ca/Shop for this and other great books!
Follow this link and Click Here to purchase your copy today!
JUST RELEASED: "Overture" NOW AVAILABLE!
NOW AVAILABLE!!!
It's finally here at last! "Overture" the newly released book featuring my brand new poem "Unity" is now available!
It is a wonderful paperback book filled with great poems!
Get your copy today to read all these excellent pieces of poetry!
You can purchase "Overture" exclusively from The Polar Expressions Publishing.
Visit: http://www.polarexpressions.ca/Shop for this and more great books!
Click Here and follow this link to get your copy now!
Wednesday, 7 September 2016
Published in "Overture" New 2016 book COMING SOON!
NEW BOOK COMING SOON!
I received some very exciting news today! My new poem "Unity" will be published in a brand new book entitled "Overture" later this year! "Overture" is a collection of poetry written by Canadians from all across the country. I am proud and honoured to have my poem featured in this amazing new book!
I am excited and pleased that my piece of poetry was chosen as one of the best this year and will be included in this collection of poetry full of talented Canadians!
"Overture" will be a wonderful softcover book full of great new poetry from Canadian writers and poets!
"Overture" is now available for pre-order and will officially be released this December, just in time for the Christmas season! This book would make a great Christmas gift for a loved one or even for yourself!
This book is available exclusively from the Polar Expressions Publishing.
"Overture" can be pre-ordered by clicking here. www.polarexpressions.ca/Shop
I received some very exciting news today! My new poem "Unity" will be published in a brand new book entitled "Overture" later this year! "Overture" is a collection of poetry written by Canadians from all across the country. I am proud and honoured to have my poem featured in this amazing new book!
I am excited and pleased that my piece of poetry was chosen as one of the best this year and will be included in this collection of poetry full of talented Canadians!
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| Image courtesy of Polar Expressions |
"Overture" will be a wonderful softcover book full of great new poetry from Canadian writers and poets!
"Overture" is now available for pre-order and will officially be released this December, just in time for the Christmas season! This book would make a great Christmas gift for a loved one or even for yourself!
This book is available exclusively from the Polar Expressions Publishing.
"Overture" can be pre-ordered by clicking here. www.polarexpressions.ca/Shop
Published in "Shoreline" New 2016 book COMING SOON!
NEW BOOK COMING SOON!
I received some great news today! My new short story "The Lost Ones Return" will be published in a brand new book called "Shoreline" later this year! "Shoreline" is a collection of short stories written by Canadians from all across the nation. I am proud and honoured that my story was chosen as one of the best this year and will be featured in this amazing new book!
"Shoreline" will be a wonderful paperback book full of great new short stories from Canadian writers!
"Shoreline" is now available for pre-order and will officially be released this December, just in time for the Holidays! This book would make a great gift for a loved one or even for yourself!
This book is available exclusively from the Polar Expressions Publishing.
You can pre-order "Shoreline" here from The Polar Expressions shop. www.polarexpressions.ca/Shop.
I received some great news today! My new short story "The Lost Ones Return" will be published in a brand new book called "Shoreline" later this year! "Shoreline" is a collection of short stories written by Canadians from all across the nation. I am proud and honoured that my story was chosen as one of the best this year and will be featured in this amazing new book!
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| Image courtesy of Polar Expressions |
"Shoreline" will be a wonderful paperback book full of great new short stories from Canadian writers!
"Shoreline" is now available for pre-order and will officially be released this December, just in time for the Holidays! This book would make a great gift for a loved one or even for yourself!
This book is available exclusively from the Polar Expressions Publishing.
You can pre-order "Shoreline" here from The Polar Expressions shop. www.polarexpressions.ca/Shop.
Monday, 5 September 2016
Happy Labour Day 2016!
Happy Labour Day 2016!
Summer isn't just winding down, it's just about over. Tomorrow school resumes here in Canada.
As a new school-year begins it's a bit of a bittersweet feeling as it marks the of summer and the beginning of fall.
There is a lot to look forward to in autumn. For one thing, we have Thanksgiving, Halloween, and Remembrance Day to name a few!
I know it's been a while since I've posted any new poems or any news about my writing, but there is some good stuff coming soon, so stay tuned! Lots of good things are coming!
I hope everyone has had a happy and safe Labour day long weekend and has enjoyed the summer, and I hope your fall will be as good as or even better than your summer!
Summer isn't just winding down, it's just about over. Tomorrow school resumes here in Canada.
As a new school-year begins it's a bit of a bittersweet feeling as it marks the of summer and the beginning of fall.
There is a lot to look forward to in autumn. For one thing, we have Thanksgiving, Halloween, and Remembrance Day to name a few!
I know it's been a while since I've posted any new poems or any news about my writing, but there is some good stuff coming soon, so stay tuned! Lots of good things are coming!
I hope everyone has had a happy and safe Labour day long weekend and has enjoyed the summer, and I hope your fall will be as good as or even better than your summer!
Monday, 18 July 2016
What's with the world these days!?
These days it seems like the world has gone mad. The things that have been happening the last couple of years are completely crazy and absolutely ridiculous; particularly from late 2015 to today.
You have already seen this poem before, but with all the chaos that has been going on lately I thought it would be appropriate to share it again, this is one of many peoples favourite poems of mine and I thought this is the perfect time to repost it! Enjoy!
You have already seen this poem before, but with all the chaos that has been going on lately I thought it would be appropriate to share it again, this is one of many peoples favourite poems of mine and I thought this is the perfect time to repost it! Enjoy!
Who We Are: We are One (2nd version)
By: Vickram Bachan
The colour of our skin is clear to us, it is in black and white,
We are all humans, so why all the spite?
We need to be proud of ourselves and one another,
Our skin is like a suit that displays personality and character.
We are who we are for very special reasons,
We are the way we are and this is what we are given.
We are meant to be the way we are,
Each of us a sparkling, watery star.
Together, the human race makes a vibrant rainbow,
And when looked at from the heavens, we shine and glow.
Without peace that rainbow dies with silent woes,
For what racism does, I hope everybody knows.
We criticize the outside, seeing white, black, yellow, brown and more,
And we judge without understanding what lies beneath the pores.
Everyone's blood is red, the colour of life and death,
Though our true inner colours haven't been discovered yet.
We need to be proud of ourselves and one another,
Our skin is like a suit that displays personality and character.
We are who we are for very special reasons,
We are the way we are and this is what we are given.
We are meant to be the way we are,
Each of us a sparkling, watery star.
Together, the human race makes a vibrant rainbow,
And when looked at from the heavens, we shine and glow.
Without peace that rainbow dies with silent woes,
For what racism does, I hope everybody knows.
We criticize the outside, seeing white, black, yellow, brown and more,
And we judge without understanding what lies beneath the pores.
Everyone's blood is red, the colour of life and death,
Though our true inner colours haven't been discovered yet.
Please Click here to read the 1st version of "Who We Are: We Are One" poem.
Friday, 1 July 2016
Happy Canada Day 2016!
Happy Canada Day everyone!
This year our great country turns 149. Last year when we turned 148, our flag celebrated it's 50th anniversary. Next year is the big one, when Canada will turn 150! No doubt a lot of very exciting things will be happening to celebrate in 2017.
We will be getting a special commemorative bank note, and I am almost certain we will be getting special commemorative coins and stamps; I can't wait to see what they all look like.
And as I mentioned last year, there will be a special poem coming on Canada Day 2017, to celebrate and commemorate Canada 150. We are now exactly just one year away, and I can't wait to share my new Canada 150 poem with you!
Hope everyone has a safe and happy Canada day long weekend!
This year our great country turns 149. Last year when we turned 148, our flag celebrated it's 50th anniversary. Next year is the big one, when Canada will turn 150! No doubt a lot of very exciting things will be happening to celebrate in 2017.
We will be getting a special commemorative bank note, and I am almost certain we will be getting special commemorative coins and stamps; I can't wait to see what they all look like.
And as I mentioned last year, there will be a special poem coming on Canada Day 2017, to celebrate and commemorate Canada 150. We are now exactly just one year away, and I can't wait to share my new Canada 150 poem with you!
Hope everyone has a safe and happy Canada day long weekend!
Tuesday, 10 May 2016
The 2016 Ontario Volunteer Service Award
My blog here is mostly for my poetry and information on my other projects in my writing career. I usually don't like to brag or try to feel important, but this is something I really need to say. I know this doesn't have much to do with poetry but it's something that I really want to share.
Tonight was an exciting night for me. Tonight I received a very special award from the province of Ontario. I was extremely honoured and proud to be part of the '2016 Ontario Volunteer Service Award' ceremony that took place at The Sony Center for the Preforming Arts here in Toronto.
As a recipient of this award, I got the chance to meet, The Honourable, Micheal Chan, the Ontario minister of citizenship; and Cristina Martins, the MPP of Davenport.
I also had my mom there; and of course the person who nominated me for this award, my friend who is a teacher at Carleton Village Public School, and my former teacher.
I will always help CV in any way I can, whenever I can. It's my old elementary school of 10 years, and I don't mind giving some time back, wheather I get an award for it or not. CV was always good to me, I was always treated equally and with the same respect as all others students.
Tonight was an exciting night for me. Tonight I received a very special award from the province of Ontario. I was extremely honoured and proud to be part of the '2016 Ontario Volunteer Service Award' ceremony that took place at The Sony Center for the Preforming Arts here in Toronto.
As a recipient of this award, I got the chance to meet, The Honourable, Micheal Chan, the Ontario minister of citizenship; and Cristina Martins, the MPP of Davenport.
I also had my mom there; and of course the person who nominated me for this award, my friend who is a teacher at Carleton Village Public School, and my former teacher.
Mr.Grewal nominated me for the award for all the volunteer work I've been doing since I graduated in 2008, but more recently for all the work and time I put into the "Carleton Village 125th Anniversary" (CV125) in 2014 (including my poem: "Memories of a Childhood Era Past" which is featured in their special commemorative book).
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| Vick with Davenport MPP Cristina Martins |
It's good to know that all your efforts and hard work is appreciated and does not go unnoticed. I consider this award as a great achievement.
So, let me end by saying this: Thank you very much to my home province, the great province of Ontario. Thank you to Mr.G for nominating me on behalf of Carleton Village; thank you to the honourable Micheal Chan, the Ontario Minister of Citizenship; the Davenport MPP Cristina Martins; our Premier, Kathleen Wynne; and of course, all of my supporters.
Congratulations to all my fellow award recipients this evening, keep doing what you do, your selfless dedication and hard work is an inspiration and helps make our province and home the great place that it is!
Friday, 29 April 2016
"Great Poetry Reading Day" April 28, 2016!
Yesterday was "Great Poetry Reading Day" and I hope everyone got the chance to, well, read great poetry. But reading great poetry shouldn't just be on one special day, it should be whenever you want, it should be everyday. So, if you want to read great poetry, you've come to the right place.
Visit this page anytime you would like, it is available to the world 24/7!
I don't post poems everyday, I can't post new poems on a daily basis; but from time to time, whenever there is a very special theme, holiday, or event, I will or may post a poem for you all to read and enjoy!
But with all that said, I hope everybody enjoyed "Great Poetry Reading Day" in some way yesterday!
Visit this page anytime you would like, it is available to the world 24/7!
I don't post poems everyday, I can't post new poems on a daily basis; but from time to time, whenever there is a very special theme, holiday, or event, I will or may post a poem for you all to read and enjoy!
But with all that said, I hope everybody enjoyed "Great Poetry Reading Day" in some way yesterday!
Thursday, 21 April 2016
Happy Birthday to the Queen!
Happy 90th Birthday to the Queen! Queen Elizabeth II, who is the longest reigning monarch celebrates her birthday just one day after mine!
As the world says, "Happy Birthday Your Majesty!"
I say congratulations on this big milestone, in just 10 more years she will be celebrating another huge milestone as she will celebrate her 100th Birthday. Will she make it there? I think she can, and will.
With that said, April has been a big month for Birthdays, so keep an eye out for a Birthday poem coming at the end of this month!
As the world says, "Happy Birthday Your Majesty!"
I say congratulations on this big milestone, in just 10 more years she will be celebrating another huge milestone as she will celebrate her 100th Birthday. Will she make it there? I think she can, and will.
With that said, April has been a big month for Birthdays, so keep an eye out for a Birthday poem coming at the end of this month!
Wednesday, 20 April 2016
April Birthdays!
April has been a big and eventful month filled with special Birthdays!
On April 15th, two actresses from my most favourite movie series "Harry Potter" celebrated their birthdays! Emma Watson, who portrayed Hermione Granger; and Emma Thompson, who played Professor Sybill Trelawney. (Honourable mention to the twin characters Fred and George Weasley, who celebrated their birthday on April 1st).
Today, I celebrate my Birthday!
Tomorrow, the queen, Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, celebrates her 90th Birthday!
To all fellow April and Spring babies who are celebrating a birthday this month, I hope you have a great one! Happy Birthday everyone!
And, keep an eye out for a new poem at the end of the month!
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