Local Poet Publishes New Book

Andy Levine has been passionate about poetry since he was in high school and self- published his first book of poetry while still at Fitchburg State College. His third book, Today Then Tomorrow was released on Jan. 11, and he is actively promoting it on his Vizion Books website, in book stores and in the press.

Learning from mistakes from the past, Levine said that his latest book portrays his best work. He explained that these poems focus on the current state of affairs in this complex world and are divided into four parts; Daylight, Dusk, Darkness and Dawn, similar to how the day advances and matures.

Levine who was originally from Burlington studied TV production in college and currently works for a sports television network. His publishing company was created when he published his first book, Altered Vizion in 2002. His second book is entitled, Independent (2006).

"I learned that I needed to actively promote my new book in order for people to know about it." he said.

Keeping in step with the electronic age, Levine's book is available on his website in E-Book format for the IPad, Kindle, Nook and Reader. It is also available in several book stores including Andover Book Store, Annie's Book Store in Lowell, Well Read Books in Plaistow, Novel Cafe in Tewksbury and Newbury Comics in Burlington.

Levine said he would like to do readings of his poetry at some of the locations in the near future.

Although Levine hopes to build a fanbase, he doesn't expect to live off his poetry. He said he is interested in publishing other author's books. He is also an avid photographer and has a link on his Web site to his photos.