Donnie R. Wallen
@drwpoet.bsky.social
I'm an eastern Kentucky poet, writer, artist, etc.
In search of an audience and an agent.
In search of an audience and an agent.
Today, like most days, I'm hoping to discover signs of progress. I want to see forward momentum. I want to be closer to the summit than yesterday.
November 9, 2025 at 8:47 PM
Today, like most days, I'm hoping to discover signs of progress. I want to see forward momentum. I want to be closer to the summit than yesterday.
Here are some of my poems. Let me know what you think.
November 4, 2025 at 12:42 AM
Here are some of my poems. Let me know what you think.
Today's edition of my newsletter has been sent. If you are interested in subscribing, you can do that here. buttondown.com/donnierwallen thank you
Broken Echoes Poetry
Hello and welcome to the Broken Echoes Poetry newsletter. I hope to share news regarding drafting, editing, and publishing of my poetry here. If you would like to get a peek behind the curtain, a walk...
buttondown.com
October 13, 2025 at 12:14 AM
Today's edition of my newsletter has been sent. If you are interested in subscribing, you can do that here. buttondown.com/donnierwallen thank you
I just published a new blog post. Check it out if you are interested. brokenechoes.blogspot.com/2025/10/slow...
Thank you.
Thank you.
Slowing down and taking a breath
Progress continues, slowly. I’ve been working on preparing the draft for the 25th Anniversary Edition of Broken Images . The original was l...
brokenechoes.blogspot.com
October 13, 2025 at 12:10 AM
I just published a new blog post. Check it out if you are interested. brokenechoes.blogspot.com/2025/10/slow...
Thank you.
Thank you.
It’s #WorldMentalHealthDay 💚
Take a breath. Look how far you’ve come.
Healing is a journey, but you’re not alone on this road.
"We Have Come So Far"
Take a breath. Look how far you’ve come.
Healing is a journey, but you’re not alone on this road.
"We Have Come So Far"
October 10, 2025 at 2:49 PM
It’s #WorldMentalHealthDay 💚
Take a breath. Look how far you’ve come.
Healing is a journey, but you’re not alone on this road.
"We Have Come So Far"
Take a breath. Look how far you’ve come.
Healing is a journey, but you’re not alone on this road.
"We Have Come So Far"
I think my poetry is good. I think my poetry is powerful. I think my poetry is important. I hope it finds its way to those who need it.
October 9, 2025 at 8:17 PM
I think my poetry is good. I think my poetry is powerful. I think my poetry is important. I hope it finds its way to those who need it.
Here's a poem that fell out of my head today. A Diminished Life. I hope you like it. Let me know. Sometimes, I use poetry and journaling as a kind of self-guided therapy.
October 8, 2025 at 7:44 PM
Here's a poem that fell out of my head today. A Diminished Life. I hope you like it. Let me know. Sometimes, I use poetry and journaling as a kind of self-guided therapy.
I am happy to share that my new poetry collection "Treading Water" is now available on amazon. a.co/d/dTUmkz7 These poems explore themes of depression, burnout, and survival.
Amazon.com: Treading Water eBook : Wallen, Donnie R. : Kindle Store
Amazon.com: Treading Water eBook : Wallen, Donnie R. : Kindle Store
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October 7, 2025 at 12:21 AM
I am happy to share that my new poetry collection "Treading Water" is now available on amazon. a.co/d/dTUmkz7 These poems explore themes of depression, burnout, and survival.
If anyone is looking for #poetry to read, please consider mine. I have several dozen here if you want to get a feel for my style and voice. I also have three collections available on #Amazon . #poetrycommunity #indiepoet #selfpublishing #appalachia #books
October 6, 2025 at 8:03 PM
If anyone is looking for #poetry to read, please consider mine. I have several dozen here if you want to get a feel for my style and voice. I also have three collections available on #Amazon . #poetrycommunity #indiepoet #selfpublishing #appalachia #books
Today is #NationalPoetryDay, and here are a few of mine #poetry #poetrycommunity #indiepoet #mentalhealthpoetry
October 2, 2025 at 11:37 PM
Today is #NationalPoetryDay, and here are a few of mine #poetry #poetrycommunity #indiepoet #mentalhealthpoetry
#October is #nationalbookmonth. I'm hoping to discover, buy, and read several #horror #books this month. Tell me about yours.
October 1, 2025 at 10:48 PM
#October is #nationalbookmonth. I'm hoping to discover, buy, and read several #horror #books this month. Tell me about yours.
If I could reach as many readers and writers as I do marketers and promoters, I would be happy. If you read or write poetry, say "Hi" #poetrycommunity #WritingCommunity
September 30, 2025 at 7:41 PM
If I could reach as many readers and writers as I do marketers and promoters, I would be happy. If you read or write poetry, say "Hi" #poetrycommunity #WritingCommunity
If you know of an #agent that might be open to representing a #poet from #Kentucky who explores themes of #depression #struggle and #survival, #letmeknow. Or let them know about me. I have posted a few dozen #poems here and they can get a taste of my #style and #voice.
September 30, 2025 at 2:23 PM
If you know of an #agent that might be open to representing a #poet from #Kentucky who explores themes of #depression #struggle and #survival, #letmeknow. Or let them know about me. I have posted a few dozen #poems here and they can get a taste of my #style and #voice.
Here is a spec of #Hope for this beautiful afternoon. What good things are happening for you? #poetry #poetrycommunity #WritingCommunity #Writer #Monday
September 29, 2025 at 5:42 PM
Here is a spec of #Hope for this beautiful afternoon. What good things are happening for you? #poetry #poetrycommunity #WritingCommunity #Writer #Monday
This is a gentle reminder that I also have a #newsletter. I provide project updates, ideas, and peeks behind the scenes. You can subscribe here: buttondown.com/donnierwallen #poetry #TreadingWater
Broken Echoes Poetry
Hello and welcome to the Broken Echoes Poetry newsletter. I hope to share news regarding drafting, editing, and publishing of my poetry here. If you would like to get a peek behind the curtain, a walk...
buttondown.com
September 29, 2025 at 12:12 AM
This is a gentle reminder that I also have a #newsletter. I provide project updates, ideas, and peeks behind the scenes. You can subscribe here: buttondown.com/donnierwallen #poetry #TreadingWater
There is a new #blog post. There are updates about current and future projects. #poetry #poetrycommunity #WritingCommunity #Writer brokenechoes.blogspot.com/2025/09/reje...
Rejections and Renewal
It’s been four weeks since my last update—longer than I intended. I appreciate your understanding. In that time, I’ve mailed twelve poems ...
brokenechoes.blogspot.com
September 29, 2025 at 12:08 AM
There is a new #blog post. There are updates about current and future projects. #poetry #poetrycommunity #WritingCommunity #Writer brokenechoes.blogspot.com/2025/09/reje...
Here is my first poetry collection, published 25 years ago. a.co/d/9TvvZ5z
I'm planning a 25th anniversary special edition later this year. #StayTuned #ThrowbackThursday #poetry #poetrycommunity #booktwt #BookRecommendation #indiepoet #indieauthor
I'm planning a 25th anniversary special edition later this year. #StayTuned #ThrowbackThursday #poetry #poetrycommunity #booktwt #BookRecommendation #indiepoet #indieauthor
Amazon.com
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September 25, 2025 at 9:44 PM
Here is my first poetry collection, published 25 years ago. a.co/d/9TvvZ5z
I'm planning a 25th anniversary special edition later this year. #StayTuned #ThrowbackThursday #poetry #poetrycommunity #booktwt #BookRecommendation #indiepoet #indieauthor
I'm planning a 25th anniversary special edition later this year. #StayTuned #ThrowbackThursday #poetry #poetrycommunity #booktwt #BookRecommendation #indiepoet #indieauthor
Good afternoon and #HappyWednesday everyone. I am traveling in the hills of beautiful #appalachia for work today. That means lots of windshield time, but also lots of #audiobook time. What are you reading/listening to this week?
September 24, 2025 at 4:12 PM
Good afternoon and #HappyWednesday everyone. I am traveling in the hills of beautiful #appalachia for work today. That means lots of windshield time, but also lots of #audiobook time. What are you reading/listening to this week?
If all monsters looked scary, they couldn't hide among us so easily. Be careful out there. #poetry #poetrycommunity #WritingCommunity
September 22, 2025 at 12:35 AM
If all monsters looked scary, they couldn't hide among us so easily. Be careful out there. #poetry #poetrycommunity #WritingCommunity
Sometimes the worst path seems inevitable, and we continue knowing that we shouldn't. #poetry #poetrycommunity #WritingCommunity #DarkTomorrow
September 19, 2025 at 3:55 PM
Sometimes the worst path seems inevitable, and we continue knowing that we shouldn't. #poetry #poetrycommunity #WritingCommunity #DarkTomorrow
If you are an #agent open to representing a #poet from #Kentucky who explores themes of #depression, #burnout, #exhaustion, and #survival, #letmeknow.
I have posted a few dozen poems here if you want to get a feel for my style and voice.
I have posted a few dozen poems here if you want to get a feel for my style and voice.
September 16, 2025 at 11:14 PM
If you are an #agent open to representing a #poet from #Kentucky who explores themes of #depression, #burnout, #exhaustion, and #survival, #letmeknow.
I have posted a few dozen poems here if you want to get a feel for my style and voice.
I have posted a few dozen poems here if you want to get a feel for my style and voice.
I received a rejection today, but it was kind and encouraging. I'll send more submissions this weekend. #wishmeluck #poetry #poetrycommunity #writinglife #rejection #Friday
September 13, 2025 at 12:03 AM
I received a rejection today, but it was kind and encouraging. I'll send more submissions this weekend. #wishmeluck #poetry #poetrycommunity #writinglife #rejection #Friday
#GoodMorning everyone. I hope you find joy and inspiration somewhere today. If you do, tell me about it. I like hearing about #winning.
September 11, 2025 at 12:04 PM
#GoodMorning everyone. I hope you find joy and inspiration somewhere today. If you do, tell me about it. I like hearing about #winning.
September 10, 2025 at 11:12 PM