Poetry is Cool: A book of poetry by Joe Lyon

In Poetry is Cool, Joe Lyon invites readers into the raw, intimate depths of his life, expressed through nearly 50 years of poetry and lyrics. Spanning themes of love, loss, time, and reflection, this collection of poems offers a deeply personal journey through the emotional landscapes that have shaped Lyon’s experience of the world. In poems like "We Got Time," Lyon captures the quiet moments of life, urging us to slow down, to savor the presence of loved ones, and to recognize the gift of time. The gentle imagery of resting by the fire, the snow piling up outside, and the comfort of being with someone dear reminds us that sometimes the only place we need to be is right beside the people we love. "All I ever wanted, all I ever needed," he writes, "is right by your side." Yet, not all of Lyon’s poetry is soft and tender. In "Storm Clouds Coming," the tone shifts, as he explores the darker side of emotion—the inner storms we all face. Lyon paints a vivid picture of a mind overwhelmed, searching for escape from the madness, unable to rise above the feelings that darken the soul.