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John Roedel
Poet. Writer. Comic. Storyteller. Terrible Dancer.
John Roedel is a poet, storyteller and teacher whose work has been shared by millions of people from around the world.
The author of nine books, his writing lives at the intersection of grief, wonder, doubt, faith, humor and heartbreak. John 'turned his "dark night" into art that has grown into a body of work that gives people language for the things they carry in silence.
His books include: Hey God. Hey John, Any Given Someday, Untied, Remedy, Upon Departure, Fitting In Is For Sardines, WonderAche, And Now A Word From Your Ghosts, and his latest collection of prayers and blessings for this wild modern world, Anoint This Threshold.
John's poetry has been read by millions of people across social media and in hundreds of publications. He leads writing retreats in the USA and Europe where he blends comedy, storytelling, writing and fearless
introspection to help people excavate the stories that have been waiting inside of them.
Roedel believes writing is a form of spiritual practice. The page is his church and the pen is the spirit.
Currently, John lives in Nebraska with his family and his sheepdog ralph who is not a fan of his terrible dancing.
Annoint This Threshold
is here!!
From poet John Roedel comes a deeply personal and spiritually resonant collection of poetry, shared with millions of readers on social media since 2015.
Wonderache is Roedel's most vulnerable and introspective work to date, diving into the complexities of faith, doubt, and the human heart's capacity to both endure and break. Through his signature blend of raw emotion and lyrical storytelling, Roedel invites readers to explore the delicate balance between pain and wonder, offering a glimpse into the sacred spaces where the two intersect.
This collection is for anyone—regardless of denomination or belief system—who has ever wrestled with the unknown, questioned their own heart, or sought meaning in the midst of chaos. Whether you're firmly rooted in your faith, spiritually curious, or navigating the waters of doubt,
Wonderache opens the door to a journey of reflection and discovery, reminding us that even in our most uncertain moments, there is still room for grace and beauty.
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