Messy Pieces

About the Book

Every line a heartbeat. Every verse a confession. This collection is not just poetry—it’s my soul cracked open on the page. These are the truths I never said out loud, the moments that broke me and the ones that built me again. Real. Raw. Unfi ltered. This is my heart, my mind, my soul—laid bare. If you’ve ever felt too much, loved too deeply, or lost your way and found yourself again in the silence, this book is for you. Come feel with me. Come remember you’re not alone.

About the Author

Carol Stevens is a children’s book author and award-winning poet based in Windsor, Colorado. A proud mom of four, she finds joy in hiking the Colorado Rockies, dancing barefoot in the kitchen, and pouring her heart onto the page. Her poetry is inspired by the most honest, emotional moments of her life—each piece a reflection of love, loss, growth, and resilience. With a voice that is both tender and fearless, Carol invites readers to connect deeply with the truths we often carry in silence.