Poems With Lois Letchford: Basilisk Brag

28 May 2021 · 1 min

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In this short YouTube video, author Lois Letchford introduces herself as the writer of the memoir Reversed: A Memoir and reads a poetic excerpt titled “Gargoyles on the Roof.” The verse, framed as a basilisk-themed brag, depicts knights confronting a lethal, petrifying stare that turns them to stone, leaving them rusting in the rain. The reading showcases vivid, mythic imagery and a playful, boastful tone. The video concludes with a standard YouTube call to action, urging viewers to like, subscribe, and enable notifications.

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Hello, I'm Lois Letchford, author of the book Reversed: A Memoir, reading from Gargoyles on the Roof. Check what a gargoyle is. Basilisk rag. Behold, the knights aligned in fright. All were noble, none were bright. Each upon a surly stare braved my lethal breath and stare. My breath so My stare so hot, petrified them on the spot. Here those hapless knights remain, slowly rusting in the rain. Thank you. Hit like, hit subscribe, and the bell for notifications.