Hide Me Behind The Cross

About the Book

Hide Me Behind The Cross is a collection of poems, written in love, for the glory and praise of God. These poems refl ect the beauty of man, celebration of life, and give mighty praise to our Heavenly Father. There are also poems of gratitude and hope; healing and faith. In addition are poems of occasion (Easter, Christmas, other church celebrations). I pray that my gift of words, edited by Christ, are received in your hearts and nourish your spirits. Always take comfort in God’s word. As a mother comforts her child, so will I comfort you; and you will be comforted over Jerusalem. - Isaiah 66:13 “There is nothing God and I can’t handle together” - Mama

About the Author

KEITH BARBEE, born in Ripley, Tenn, is the NEW VOICE OF LITERATURE. Barbee is truly a product of ‘the village.’ Having been raised primarily by his maternal grandparents, he also was influenced by his mother and a myriad of aunts, cousins, and other grandparents. His Papa Smurf is how he would address his grandfather. A grandfather who introduced him to the written word and storytelling early on. Barbee writes in ‘layman’s terms’ which suggests that his storytelling ability is void of bourgeoisie, fluff, and filler. He and his writing are the real deal. He narrates the lives of everyman. His work has appeared in The Meter, Grooveline, and The Tennessee Tribune newspapers. He has also written for Venus, GBF, Sheen and Xclusive magazines. He serves as Editor-At-Large for the latter. Not foreign to cyberspace, he has also pegged articles for www.flowinsiders.com, www.houseofchapple.com and the digital companion to Xclusive, www.xclusivemag.com. KEITH BARBEE is the author of the poetry books The Hot Life and Exposed. And the novel APT 202. His second novel, the semi-autobiographical Three Sisters and the journal, On This Christian Journey are forthcoming.