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“A fun, heartfelt poetry collection that sparks joy, nostalgia, and a little wisdom—perfect for kids and the kid at heart…”
“The poems are light and airy, but they contain small but powerful lessons on self-confidence, curiosity, and learning to find beauty in the little things in life.”
“The words leap off the page, causing you to smile, laugh, and even pause to reflect. It’s the kind of book that reminds you why poetry exists. Not to be complicated or alienating, but to bring people together, to inspire, and to distill emotion in its purest, most sincere form.”
Noman Siddik, Reedsy.com/discovery
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“Some books feel like a warm breeze on a slow afternoon, they take you back to a time when life was simple, when small things felt big and big things felt possible.
As If I Couldn’t! is one of those books…”
“If you are looking for a book that brings comfort and joy, if you want something to share with a child or just something to lift your spirits, this is a perfect choice. It is light but meaningful, fun but thoughtful, simple but unforgettable. It is the kind of book you keep coming back to just to feel that little spark of childhood again.”
Manpreet Singh, Reedsy.com/discovery
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“As if I Couldn’t! A Collection of Poems for Small and Grown-Up Children” by Bohumila Ottova is a remarkable poetry book for all ages. I simply adore poetry like this. Each wonderful work takes the reader on a marvellous journey, opening the doors of the imagination as we discover the true beauty of the impossible. Gently breaking through the barriers of normality, these magical poems seamlessly switch from humorous to deeply touching in this whirlwind trip across the universe. My top three favorites are “As You Do”, which reminds me of my favorite superhero, “When You Smile”, which makes me think of someone I deeply love, and “As if I Couldn’t”, which is absolutely ME spelled out across the page. […] this delightful poetry book reminds each of us that the magic of those simple childhood days still glows within our hearts, even if we’ve forgotten about it for a little while…”
Dakota Love, Reedsy.com/discovery
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A wonderful, imaginative, fun and cute collection of poems!
“A wonderful, imaginative, fun and cute collection of poems! You’ll have fun reading them with your little ones too.”
Ms. F. J. Morris, Amazon U.K.
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“Enter a world of wonderful whimsy […] where anything is possible. Dance with joy and escape from homework, meet dragons and elves, and at the end of it all settle back into the warm, familiar comforts of home. Both unbridled joy and innite adventure await you in this collection of delightful poetry for all ages.”All the Marvelous Things: Poems for Children of All Ages” by Bohumila Ottova is an extraordinary foray into the pure joy of childhood. I love Ottova’s work, and this latest collection of poems is pure perfection. Graced with delightful illustrations by Austeja, there is so much to explore in this new volume. […] My absolute favorites are “I Danced”, “The Dark Horse that I Am”, and ‘I Want to be like You!” Each poem in this collection, from cheery tales of childhood cheekiness to deep stories of new love’s first blooms is full of heartfelt and genuine expression. Taken as a whole, this collection brilliantly showcases the vibrant spectrum of the human experience, celebrating both the sorrows and the joys in one grand display.
Earning five out of five stars for its beautifully bold poems that speak to the soul, this collection of poetry is suitable for all ages and readers. Whether you’re a child striking out to read on your own for the first time or an adult that wishes to be whisked away to those simple, carefree days, this poetry book is an adventure you won’t want to miss. Perfect for reading together and sharing often, these excellent poetic works open the door to an endless world of wild wonder.
Dakota Love, Reedsy.com/discovery
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Such a Joy!
“…Such a joy! If you want to pass a great moment and go back to childhood, read this book!”
RI, Amazon France
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Beatrix Potter – double act
“I just read this delightful poem collection by Bohumila Ottova and accompanying illustrations by Katarina Bikard…. WOW.. how uplifting, how delightful and how utterly delicious! I savoured every word, every line, every illustration and every character…”
“…All these delightful characters are leaping out of the pages like Peter Rabbit and Jemima Puddle Duck. Let the ink blobs evolve to colour, and we have the double-act Beatrix Potter!
Your poems made me laugh out loud, like the one about not eating French beans because of not wanting to eat greens that only speaks French or the poem about getting dressed elegantly but forgetting to put on the pants!
The collection is oozing with positive vibes, imagination and humour. What a treat it was to read this collection and THANK YOU for laughs and igniting the child in me. You describe yourself as a false grown up. From the poems, I can see that you are a true kid. Congratulations!”
Aye A., Amazon U.K.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A real pleasure to read.
“I really enjoyed these poems. They are quirky, funny, cute, and fun to read. A very creative little book, I can’t wait to discover more poems by this author.”
Marion Scales, Amazon France
Bohumila OTTOVA - author 