The poems of C. J. are ones you will remember for a long time to come.
Perhaps one day they will be required reading in high schools and, unlike
the stuff y “Thee and Thou” of olden text, his works “will” be appreciated by
future youths.
Patrica “Tish” Schau



CJ’s writing is impossible to pigeonhole. Like Brautigan, his poetry has
a strong narrative drive, pushing the boundaries between verse and story,
blurring the boundaries of the real and surreal. And he’s not afraid to be
laugh-out-loud funny—to trade on the double entendre or create moments
of absurd slapstick. A breath of fresh air in a literary forms that so often feeds
on misery, loneliness and despair.
John Holton, Author
Bendigo, Australia



C. J. Krieger is a well-seasoned poet, whose work is as rich and sweet as a
mid August harvest. He has home grown his compassionate philosophies
into a collection of poetry that is a virtual feast for the heart and mind.
Sandra Erickson, Artist and Poet

 

 

C. J. Krieger comes with a wealth of history. Acknowledged as one of the premier poets of the Hudson Valley in New York. Five time Martial Arts Hall of Famer (both national and international). In 1999 he was voted as one of the five best residential Massage Therapists in New York City and was again recognized in 2007 as the Best Massage Therapist in New York’s Hudson Valley.

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In 1985 C. J. designed the first integrated satellite television system to be installed at Camp David! Even as far back as 1969 he supported himself as a musician and singer writing Church music and lyrics that are still being performed today! In the truest sense C. J. Krieger is the epitome of a renaissance man. But if you really want to know what makes C. J. tick, what makes him different, then all you need to do is read his poetry.



There is nothing he holds back, best of all, it’s from the heart.​

A warm welcome to all of you.
   
Over the years life has had its twists and turns with me. I never thought I would ever end up in the work I’m doing today, or even take the time to sit and write a book of poetry. But hey… ain't life grand! Times change and so do we. Here I am at the ripe old age of 64 and have finally put most of my demons to rest. Along with that has come five wonderful books of poetry “Pinacolada Child”, "There's Always August", Absorbed By The Sun", "Reflections In Glass" and my newest and fifth book of poetry "On Tinker Street". .
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The greatest influence in my life (as far as poetry is concerned) has been Richard Brautigan. If you never picked up any of his works, please do yourself a favor and get any one of his wonderful writings. My favorite being “The Pill vs. the Springhill Mine Disaster”. But really… anyone will do.
   
So… upward & onward.​