Ponderings of an odd boy

Five unique poems imagined by a non binary character named Tom that teaches us about important values and topics treated in a humorous way, depicted in a dark manner with characters based in the classical horror archetypes. This book is a delight for kids whose "Ponderings" are sometimes considered weird.

Tom, a quiet kid with no specific gender is the main character, They imagine the rest of the stories in the book as a creative form of escapism to the bullying they are suffering.

A poem about a witch that tries hard to be beautiful but learns a lesson about vanity and love.

Two parents get worried about their toddler, who becomes a zombie by watching too much TV.

Billy is the school bully, making kids and teachers miserable. But there is a reason for any behaviour, and a little understanding and kindness can conquer all.

Lies can become powerful when you repeat them too much. This fake King is a lier that learns the hard way the consequences of greed, mischief and abuse of power.

The second part of the Ponderings, this time Tom extends further their imagination coming up with brand new characters and stories. Always conveying a message of self confidence, respect and good values, in Volume 2 of Juan Somma's "Ponderings of an Odd Boy", you will find five new poems to enjoy and learn along with these fascinating new characters.

Alice is a shy adopted girl with self confidence problems, one day in school, she has to make an important decision that will change her life forever.

Mr. Duffy treats his dog Scruffy in a very badly manner. A certain day, a fairy teaches him a lesson that he will never forget.

A baby devil born in a human world. There, no matter how much good he tries to make, he will always be judged by how he looks. This poem is about finding your tribe.

He came from a faraway land, with different habits, language and culture. Despite being a foreigner, Johnny is creative, well educated, loves art and has talent. If only people saw beyond prejudice...

So ancient, that she is drawn  in Black & White, Grammy Mommy is still active, useful and overall, very wise. This poems talks about ageism and how we leave our elders behind.