“Le digo a ese mono, «Sigue así y no habrá
tarjetas de cumpleaños para nosotros este año».“
– an excerpt from the book (Spanish Version)
“I tell that monkey,
“Keep this up and
There will be
No birthday cards for us this year.”
– an excerpt from the book
Author Reputation Press proudly presents “El Árbol del Mono” by Michele Heeney, now available on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and the Author Reputation Press website.
“El Árbol del Mono” is a bold and thought-provoking poetry collection that blends humor, introspection, and raw emotion. It’s packed with witty observations, existential musings, and sharp commentary on human nature. Whether it’s a monkey throwing banana peels or a quiet realization about love and loss, Heeney’s poetry captures the chaotic beauty of life with striking imagery and a fearless voice.
Michele Heeney has a way of making words hit hard while keeping them playful. She explores human flaws, contradictions, and everyday struggles in a way that feels personal yet universal. Her poems aren’t just meant to be read—they’re meant to be felt. Whether she’s making you laugh, making you think, or making you see the world a little differently, her writing sticks with you.
One of the biggest themes in “El Árbol del Mono” is self-awareness. In El Mono Grosero Que Siempre Tiene Razón, the monkey represents that little voice in our heads—the one that corrects, criticizes, and won’t shut up. We all have it. The poem takes that internal battle and turns it into something hilariously relatable, reminding us that sometimes, we just have to ignore the monkey.
Then there’s Después del Amor, which hits differently. It’s about forgiveness—the kind that lingers long after love is gone. Instead of bringing a gift, the speaker is asked to bring forgiveness to a party, to a gravesite, and finally, to a divine moment of revelation. It’s haunting and powerful, reminding us that forgiveness isn’t just about others—it’s about freeing ourselves.
And then there’s Donde Están Las Cosas Salvajes, which dives into the space between opposites—between knowing and unknowing, light and darkness, male and female. It’s in that space, Heeney suggests, that we truly discover ourselves. It’s deep, but not in a way that feels forced—it just makes sense.
This book is for poetry lovers, deep thinkers, and anyone who enjoys a mix of wit and wisdom. It’s a collection that challenges, entertains, and lingers in your mind long after you turn the last page.
“El Árbol del Mono” by Michele Heeney is now available for purchase via the ARPress Bookstore.