Charles Joseph Albert

Writer and metallurgist living in San Jose, California. Father of three sons and author of six poetry collections, four short-story collections, and three novels.

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Poetry

Contemporary 1 min

My Concession

Charles Joseph Albert

I used to find it hard to lose at chess.
I'd watch in disbelief the check and mate,
think through ... [+]

Poetry

Humor 1 min

The Poison Oak Rash

Charles Joseph Albert

The histamine rush
from scratching this rash
makes me think that there must
be some really ... [+]

Poetry

Humor Contemporary 1 min

It's Actually About

Charles Joseph Albert

This bright sun peeking
over the eastern hills
seems to remind you of
the exuberant joy of ... [+]

Poetry

Contemporary 1 min

The Tiger in the Asian Wood

Charles Joseph Albert

The tiger in the Asian wood
gives no thought to "did" or "should,"
but, ever tense and present ... [+]