The concept of book spine poetry appeared in 1993 with Nina Katchadourian’s Sorted Books project. Katchadourian began collecting interesting titles and arranging them in clusters so the spines could be read like a sentence(s) or poem.
Katchadourian’s Sorted Book Project manages to become more than an experiment in medium. Her playful photographed poems are sometimes cleverly arranged jokes or amusing images, but at other times, they are short and stunning thoughts on the nature of art and artists. You can see all the series at her website.
The Secret Wish List
- Toke
- Vodka
- Men on My Mind : Dear John & Shantaram
- Losing My Virginity
- Perfect!!
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This is fantastic Shilpa
I wonder what KG is thinking..you have John and Shantaram on your mind 
Thanks Vinita
LOL 
Do you think this is my secret wish list? 
the blog looks fantastic Shilpa!! bright, cheerful and inviting!
and the spine poetry..is Purrfect!!! loved it!
Thanks LP. Glad that you liked the new look of the blog.
Really liking this new blog template.
Thank you, Praveen
Hey you changed the looked of the blog…it looks great.
And the spine poetry…sorry I don’t really get that much…someone told me its based on the books lined up randomly which may make some poetry. Would love to know more!
Yes, this new look was given in the afternoon, today.
Hahaha… Kajal Sweetie, you didn’t read the post above. Some details about spine poetry are mentioned
Makes me feel like a dumbass!
Great to know now…maybe one day I will try this too 
Thanks Shilpa! *hugs*
You must definitely try to write poetry with book spines, Kajal! Looking forward to it! {{Hugs back to you}} and Cheers
Wow! A good collection!
Makes sense!
Thank you Indrani.
Fantastic. Loved this novel idea. and thanks for sharing it
Thank you Kalpana. So when do we see your poetry with books?
Thank you Indrani.
Two things..
1. Loved the new look!!!! It is serene and charming
2. I liked the topic introduced..Checked it out..U know Shilpa, U are always a game changer..U bring about change..break monotony..I like that about you..Cheers
1. Thanks a lot, D. Am thrilled with your feedback about the look of the blog
2. Spine poetry is a wonderful, interesting, creative and challenging form. I simply love it! As for change… well, change is good! Isn’t it? Thank you!
Cheers
Love the new look of your blog.
You have interesting book collection. Makes a nice poetry.
Thanks SG
blossoms, tea and cranes flying around, it is obvious, the secret wish list will love to show itself Shilpa
LOL
a very nice and fresh look Shilpa .. loved your choice ♥
I have read the secret wishlist..
and thanks for introducing me to spine poetry.. i think i will have a look at it 
Thanks Sunita! Glad you liked the new template
How’s The Secret Wish List? I haven’t read it as yet!
Do try Spine Poetry with your books
What is this toke?
Destination Infinity
Toke is to take a drag or puff of a marijuana joint/spliff!!
How incredibly clever! I had never heard of spine poetry before but certainly enjoyed yours.
Kathy
http://gigglingtruckerswife.blogspot.com
Thanks Kathy! Hope you’d try it out with your books too!
Cheers
Am I at the right address? A changed template—-I am sure you have reasons,but, earlier looked better.
Its your prerogative though
Yes, you are at the right address, Mr Chowla.
I know, this is a total contrast to the earlier simple and neat template!
Was trying spine poetry quite recently with someone else’s bookshelf. Lovely idea and yes the books oh my gawd I loved them! Shantaram of course my favourite in your stack
Richa
Spine Poetry is so addictive, I tell you!! I was doing it at a book store too. I couldn’t click the picture though!
I haven’t read Shantaram as yet… hope I get my reading act together soon
Hehehe
Perfecto!;)
Luv the new look of the blog
LOL
Thanks Swaram.
The last two gell so verrry well
Hows sHENOY KI BOOK?
LOL
Thanks 
Haven’t read it as yet… have so many Review books to read first
As always a good one,shilpa:)
Thanks Asha
All this poetry business!!
I read the links and I’m still confused!
nice template and your blog looks so cheery and nice!
Ohoo… this is not that regular poetry!!
Even I cant get that! 
This is arrangement of book spines to read like an interesting, amusing or a simple/profound sentence or a poem!!
Read this post again!!
Think have read a similar one on your blog before. Nice
I have used the 2-3 books again but the poetry created is brand new! No repetitions!
amazing! pple are really so creative..what a wonderful new genre! I enjoyed her site, and ur poetic wishlist too
Glad you enjoyed this new style of poetry, Ankita! So, when do we see your poetry with books? Go on and try it out