How Deep I Can Be

To rise out of nothingness for the world to see

To speak from my heart, a mind flowing free

To release from my soul, my poetry

To be liberated from within is

How deep I can be



To reveal a misunderstood, hidden part of me

To dispel preconceived notions with reality

To share my past, present, and sweet destiny

To paint a portrait of my life is

How deep I can be



To write what I hear and then call it poetry is

Only one example of

How deep I can be

In this deeply personal, yet profoundly universal collection, poet John D. Evans captures the life story of a young adult in urban America who was born in obscurity, overcame insecurity, and has lessons and stories to share.



With titles like “I Remember When,” “The Murder of Madam Roach,” and “Reality Check,” these thoughtful poems illuminate the “P’s” and “D’s” of life—Portraits, Power, Party, Dreams, Decisions, and Drama. Brave and unashamed, this ponder-worthy poetic journey will enlighten readers of all ages.