ALPJ and Sons has officially announced the release of a distinctive new poetry collection: Bridges of Words: Haikus Uniting Cultures from 57 Countries of the World by Esperanza Pretila.

Launched on 16 July 2025, this carefully curated anthology features hundreds of haiku poems, each inspired by a different country. Through just seventeen syllables per poem, Pretila captures moments of cultural insight, human connection, and quiet reflection — offering readers a literary journey across continents through the minimalist beauty of haiku.

Esperanza Pretila brings decades of editorial and literary experience to this work. Her background includes being the first female Editor-in-Chief of The Corps at the Philippine Military Academy, alongside numerous other editorial roles. Now based in Australia, Pretila continues to write and lead socio-entrepreneurial projects with a focus on connection and creativity.

Why This Collection Stands Out:

• Features haiku poetry from 57 countries
• A mindful, neuroscientifically resonant reading experience that fosters empathy and reflection
• Authored by award-winning editor and writer Esperanza Pretila
• Available in Kindle Print Replica format via Amazon with the paperback to be launched on 20 July 2025

Purchase Information

Bridges of Words: Haikus Uniting Cultures from 57 Countries of the World by Esperanza Pretila is available now:
👉 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FHVTBSQ8

At ALPJ and Sons, we believe in books that build bridges—between cultures, ideas, and readers. This collection embodies that mission perfectly, reminding us that even a few carefully chosen words can bring us closer together.

We invite poetry lovers, reviewers, and global readers alike to explore Bridges of Words and share their reflections.

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