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The Death of a Beautiful Dream: A Poetry Collection Paperback – January 9, 2014

by Saira Anwar (Author)
4.6 out of 5 stars 31 ratings
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Life is much more than a four letter word."I absolutely love this book! I found it to be so touching and inspiring. I learnt a lot and, I feel like I am always going to return back to the book time and time again."Umaira QadriaLet's make one thing clear: this book is not a typical poetry collection you've read. The book makes the focus on you through the author! Think of it as a mini crash course about a life-changing lesson. The author takes us through her life changing experience in poetic form leading to the ultimate lesson: Go on inspire others!The Death of a Beautiful Dream: A Poetry Collection features poetry written on a variety of themes most predominantly of love, marriage, betrayal, friendship and family ties. Focusing on the cruel realities of relationships, the poems express the hardships accompanying life changing experiences.--"Poetry begins in delight and ends in wisdom." Robert Frost"Everyone has been made for particular work, and the desire for that work has been put in every heart.”Rumi
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    January 9, 2014
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  5. ISBN-10
    1494280639
  6. ISBN-13
    978-1494280635
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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform (January 9, 2014)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 72 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1494280639
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1494280635
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 3.35 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.5 x 0.17 x 8.5 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.6 out of 5 stars 31 ratings

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Saira Anwar is an educator, poet, author, content creator, and spoken word artist. She published her first collection The Death of a Beautiful Dream in January 2014, which was featured on Amazon’s Top 20 Bestsellers list. Saira writes about the beauty of life with themes of marriage, divorce, healing, self-love and love to help others heal. She has her work published in twelve anthologies and performed at many events including MACFEST with Prof John McAuliffe, Poetry Bonanza with North-West Poets and Word Central. She has also been featured twice on BBC Upload on BBC Radio Manchester. Her second book Rising From Despair: A Journey To Hope is her long-awaited sequel to her first collection which is due for release in June 2025 with Partnership Publishing.

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  • Naly
    5.0 out of 5 stars A Heart Warming Collection
    Reviewed in the United States on October 12, 2014
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    A heart warming collection of poetry which was beautifully and skillfully written.
    The author has a unique style in her writings and her descriptions are so wonderful that even a gloomy heart remembers to smile. Indeed, when reading these poems one can begin to see life in a more attractive way. It really draws the reader in.
    She shares her experience in life through captivating similes. She also gives her wise advice in a warm yet strong manner - you can sense the concern she has over us - and it does not dilute the reality of how cruel life can be.
    Truly, anyone can relate to her poetry such as:
    The young - especially when friendship is their main concern.
    And the adult - especially when going through marriage.
    Such an inspiring read! Once you start you shall struggle to put the book down.
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  • Ghulam M.
    5.0 out of 5 stars One of my most fav books
    Reviewed in the United States on June 10, 2014
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    "The death of a beautiful dream" is one of the best poetry books i have ever read. First of all its title inspired me to read this book and i thoroughly enjoyed it. Best thing i liked about it is that it covers beautiful relations and unpleasant realities of life. It gives hope and inspiration to me as i can relate to many poems. I want to read it again and again. I wish best of luck to its author and congratulate her for being such an inspiration to us. Really cant wait for another amazing book from her. I would definitely recommend this book to everyone.
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  • Brently
    4.0 out of 5 stars I really enjoyed reading this
    Reviewed in the United States on May 10, 2018
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    I really enjoyed reading this. You can sense the pain and the hurt that the writer experienced but you can also see the growth and how much stronger they are because of the experiences that shaped them. This was very inspiring and a great reminder that it is okay to be vulnerable in your writing.
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  • Shannon Michelle
    5.0 out of 5 stars raw real feelings
    Reviewed in the United States on May 20, 2020
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    Saira blows it away with the raw realness of her truth. I am honored to have read such raw feelings being spilled out for the world to see.
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    5.0 out of 5 stars A Powerful and Important Piece of Art ♡
    Reviewed in the United States on November 17, 2024
    'The Death of a Beautiful Dream' by Saira Anwar is a poetry collection filled with emotions and truths. I was invested in every step of the journey, made all the more impactful by knowing these poems were born from experience. Saira has created a powerful and important piece of art.

    This book follows Saira through the excitement of a seemingly perfect love, the sting of bitter truths, the end of a painful marriage, to finding new strength and sharing her realizations with others. There are also poems celebrating family and friends; those who are always there for you. Every piece is written with care and intention, so her story can be helpful to the reader. This book has helped me as well, as I have learned from the wisdom she shares. This is a female-focused collection; I think this book would be especially great for young women and single women of any age. However, I do believe anyone could gain insight from her words. I highly recommend this collection.
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  • Amazon Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing poetry!
    Reviewed in the United States on July 24, 2016
    Amazing poetry !!! What I liked about it was its format , I loved how it was easy to follow and you felt that you were part of her journey . You could feel what she was feeling which I think is a powerful trait of any poet and It just made me want to read more . I loved how I just wanted to know more and I really loved reading every bit of it ❤️ Very talented lady with a story conveyed beautifully , her phrases are bound to appear in your head time and time again. That it is so relatable in so many forms and reminds is of our own naive situations , heartbreaks and misfortunes and how she inspires us to overcome such downfalls by realising that one must love themselves and respect themselves and judge themselves through morals and values rather than those who we invest in so emotionally . Highly recommend ❤️❤️
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  • Ami
    5.0 out of 5 stars Love it!
    Reviewed in the United States on March 13, 2014
    This is a truly inspiring book; the author's ability to make the reader feel her emotions is just amazing!!!! Looking forward to another novel with that much style! I recommend this book bc it let s see our emotions through the eys and thoughts of someone else. it is inspiring and strengthening!!!
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  • JG77489
    4.0 out of 5 stars Moving, emotional, a great start
    Reviewed in the United States on November 2, 2014
    A beautifully expressed collection of poetry with vivid imagery and touching illustrations of emotional ups and downs. I really enjoyed it and look forward to more from the author.
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  • Melody
    5.0 out of 5 stars Absolutely a must read!
    Reviewed in the Netherlands on April 9, 2025
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    Saira Anwar’s The Death of a Beautiful Dream is a poetic revelation—raw, real, and radiantly human. From the very first page, her words hold your hand and guide you through the quiet corners of pain, love, betrayal, and healing, all while gently reminding you that your story is not over.

    This isn’t just a poetry collection—it’s a mirror. Saira doesn’t write at you; she writes with you. Her verses feel like a shared whisper, like someone telling your story before you even knew how to put it into words. With themes of marriage, heartbreak, family, and self-reflection, every poem feels deeply personal and universally relatable.

    What struck me most is how the book shifts from sorrow to strength. There is wisdom in the wounds she reveals, and by the final page, you’re left not with despair—but with purpose. Saira invites us to turn our own pain into power and pass that light forward: Go on, inspire others.

    Her writing reminds me of Rumi’s soulful pull and Robert Frost’s quiet truth. And just like them, she has found a way to write poetry that begins in pain, blooms into reflection, and ends in wisdom.

    This is a book I will return to again and again—especially in those moments when life feels too heavy to hold alone. Saira Anwar is a voice of truth, compassion, and fierce hope. I love her for that.

    - Marjory Qwen
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  • Jenny
    5.0 out of 5 stars Beautifully written
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 20, 2024
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    What a gorgeous poetry collection. “A gift from a sister” and “mirror” are my two favourites out of this beautifully written book. Can’t wait to read what she publishes next
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    Beautifully written

    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 20, 2024
    What a gorgeous poetry collection. “A gift from a sister” and “mirror” are my two favourites out of this beautifully written book. Can’t wait to read what she publishes next
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  • Yasmeen javaid
    5.0 out of 5 stars Yasmin
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on February 20, 2014
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    This book is very inspiring n touched my heart I read it twice and gonna read it again lay out writing are fantastic so much hard work dedication has been put in this book 😀 alhamdulillah a very good book to read I recommend all my friends and family to read ❤️ Love Yasmin xxxxx
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  • Ashwini Dodani
    4.0 out of 5 stars A poetic story and a story full of poems
    Reviewed in India on October 7, 2020
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    Saira, pens her experiences and emotions in a very personal and conversational way in this collection. Each poem comes from a story, situation and character. The most beautiful thing about this book is the evolution from pain towards the light and the inspiration at the end is mighty. A few poems really catch your mind and put you to read them again a few times. As she says, her mission with this book is to finally hope again and make it a dream that is beautiful for real. Great sweet read. Go for it. ✨
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  • Amanda C Goode
    5.0 out of 5 stars A heart ripping read that reaches your soul
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 21, 2024
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    Thank you Saira for sharing your heart and soul in The Death of a Beautiful Dream. This collection is not only powerful and warrior like that it makes me realise as a reader and fellow poet I am not alone. This book is inspirational, brave and very relatable to me personally. I particularly loved the following poems: A Beautiful Lie, Breaking Free and the Reality of Love. Thank you so much for sharing your powerful words. 🙏
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