In One Breath the Haiku Exhales a Butterfly

In summation, Mr. McManes' book of "haiku" is a breath of fresh air. I heartily recommend it. It is an enjoyable read, touches the soul and sole, and will leave an indelible imprint on your mind."--Robert D. Wilson, Editor-in-Chief, "Simply Haiku" and author of "Vietnam Ruminations"

"As the title "haiku" of his new book implies, R. D. McManes expertly breathes imagery onto the page, generously allowing the reader a peek into the world as he perceives it, a world where something as ordinary as a Kansas sunset or as simple as a cotton field can reveal itself as something more. This is what "haiku" is all about "--Erin Harte, Editor, "Haikusun," and "Haiga" Editor, "Simply Haiku"