Dead in the Heart
Poetry & Prose In Hues & Tones
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Book Description
Dead in the Heart is a moving collection of poetry and prose that explores the complex emotions often found in the early years of adulthood. Written between 1987 and 1994, the work captures the start of a creative journey, showing a world where looking inward and being vulnerable are often just a tonal shade apart.
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Author’s Bio
An alumni of the American Academy of Dramatic Arts, David Marr took an interest in creative writing while deeply saturated in a world of scripts, plays, poetry, and Shakespeare. This expression led to the authoring of screenplays, episodic sitcoms, and Dead in the Heart. Following a relocation to the Bay Area, he began writing, directing, and producing independent film and video projects.
MORE INFORMATION
Additional information about David can be found in the About section of this website as well as at MarrvelousFilms.com
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Book Details
SELF-PUBLISHED ON AMAZON:
Kindle eBook (8-22-2024) Preview
Print-on-demand Paperback (9-16-2024)
Print-on-demand Hardcover (10-02-2024)
ISBN:
Kindle: (ASIN) B0DF24FPDP
Paperback: 979-8336411591
Hardcover: 979-8340315953
PAGE COUNT:
83 pages
SIZE:
6 x 9 inches
LANGUAGE:
English
Reasons For Interest
You’ll Never Eat Lunch In This Town Again
by Julia Phillips
“The Hollywood memoir that tells all . . . Sex. Drugs. Greed. Why, it sounds just like a movie.”
—The New York Times
Author David Marr dedicates “Dead in the Heart” to the late Julia Phillips, author of “You’ll Never Eat Lunch in This Town Again”.
The two were encouraging friends through the writing of their respective materials. As a young person entering the world of arts, Marr sought advice and posed questions about success – and Phillips graciously shared her history and journey, successes and failures, and her work process. The day “You’ll Never Eat Lunch in This Town Again” debuted at #1 on The New York Times Best Seller list the two were together in celebration.
Undisclosed parts of “Dead in the Heart” have a direct connection to Phillips and the shared experiences and events from that time.
Other Recognition
NO SPECTATORS: THE ART OF BURNING MAN
Contributing artist in the touring exhibition of eclectic art and culture.
• The Smithsonian American Art Museum
03/2018 to 01/2019
• Cincinnati Art Museum
04/2019 to 10/2019
• Oakland Museum of California
10/2019 to 02/2020
Other Recognition
WEBBY AWARD NOMINEE
David Marr was nominated for the design of the Burning Man website (Category: Community) for the 6th annual Webby Awards.
06/2002
Reviews
Amazon Reviews
“Dead in the Heart: Poetry & Prose in Hues & Tones” is a collection of poems and prose that capture the emotional struggle and intimate reflections common in the formative years of young adulthood. Written between 1987 and 1994, the work is organized chronologically, showcasing the author’s evolving style and themes such as alienation, escapism, and mortality. For anyone who has ever felt ‘lost in the middle,’ these pages pair raw vulnerability with vivid imagery to capture the universal struggle for self-discovery in one’s late teens and early twenties. Add Dead in the Heart to your collection and find your own reflection in the hues and tones of a life unfolding.
“Overall, it’s an absorbing poetry collection — one that gives you a lot to think about. If you’re a poetry lover, I highly recommend you grab a copy!” – Reviewed by Pikasho Deka, for Readers’ Favorite (5 Stars)
5 out of 5 Stars – ReadersFavorite.com
“Written between 1987 and 1994, Dead in the Heart is an emotionally poignant collection of poems by David Marr. These poems cover a variety of themes and topics, as seen from the perspective of a young adult trying to find their place in the world. “My Note” is a moving poem narrated from the point of view of a person who has lost the will to live. The narrator tries to erase the memories of past mistakes and drown their sorrows in “You, Me, and Dry Gin.” Relief of the Lonely” is a short poem about enjoying the fleeting moments of joy within solitary periods. In “My Girl Susan,” the narrator talks about a childhood crush and reveals why it didn’t work out for them. “Letter to Pauly” pays homage to a loved one.
The poems in Dead in the Heart are both introspective and observational. As a reader, you derive a profound sense of melancholia from David Marr’s stanzas, which makes for deeply immersive poetic storytelling. The poems in this collection vary a lot — be it through themes, subject matter, or even style. Many of these poems are very personal and intimate, while others have universal themes the reader can relate to. Yet, others seem abstract and open to the reader’s interpretation. The earliest poems speak about helplessness, fear, and yearning for a loved one. Some of the other themes include the changes that come with aging and the notion of beauty that divides people on aesthetic terms. Overall, it’s an absorbing poetry collection — one that gives you a lot to think about. If you’re a poetry lover, I highly recommend you grab a copy!”
－Reviewed by Pikasho Deka. for Readers’ Favorite
Reviewed On: 11/04/2024