The first volume of a collection of children’s poems imagined by Odd Tom , a weird looking kid, after suffering bullying. When Tom starts Pondering, these amazing characters come to life.Each pondering tells a positive message using classic horror archetypes like the vampire and the witch. Five funny stories imagined by a non binary character that teaches us about important values and topics treated in a humorous way. This book is a delight for kids whose Ponderings are sometimes considered weird. Ponderings of an Odd Boy is enjoyable for both young readers and adult alike. These lovable, monstrous characters of grotesque appearance, are outcasts, such as the mummy or the zombie. They are embodiments of very human aspects and a fun way to make peace with our inner demons. Here they are treated in a humorous manner and their adventures come to a positive outcome. On Juan Somma’s Ponderings of an Odd Boy Volume 1 You will find five unique Poems. These poems give adults a great tool to communicate on important topics such as discrimination and bullying. Odd Tom: a quiet kid with no specific gender is the main character, They imagine the rest of the stories in the book as a creative form of escapism to the bullying they are suffering. Zipitty-boo: A poem about a witch that tries hard to be beautiful but learns a lesson about vanity and love. Buddy Body: Two parents get worried about their toddler, who becomes a zombie by watching too much TV. Billy Bully: Billy is the school bully, making kids and teachers miserable. But there is a reason for any behaviour, and a little understanding and kindness can conquer all. The Fake King: Lies can become powerful when you repeat them too much. This fake King is a lier that learns the hard way the consequences of greed, mischief and abuse of power.