Explore the works of the extraordinarily talented Alphonso Taylor - author, poet, and actor.

Taylor's work offers a window into a complex world. His books and collected poems explore a wealth of topics including education, religion, war, dating, sex and more. Taylor's work is art - a blank canvas that he uses to draw a rich depiction of life. Taylor's books and poetry are influenced by the transitional phases of the prolific writer's life. His anthologies showcase his versatility and marvelous creative writing and story-telling.

Alphonso Taylor was born and bred in Southeast Washington D.C. Taylor is a graduate of the Duke Ellington School of Performing Arts and an alumni of the University of District of Columbia with a Bachelor's of Art in Theatre Arts.

Taylor's passion for acting is demonstrated by his many performances in theatrical productions in the greater D.C. area. In 2006, Taylor released his first book of poetry, Bible of an Owl: A Collection of Poems. Following up on the success of Bible of an Owl, Taylor released his second book, Bible of an Alligator: A Collection of Poems, in 2007. Sexual Freedom: Urban Erotic Poetry, a portrayal of Taylorís softer and sexual side, was released in 2008.

Taylor considers himself a student of the human condition, wielding the written craft to enrapture the mind, much like an artist wields a brush. The pages are a blank canvas on which to draw from a talent heralded by many and matched only by an imagination that rises to the task. He writes in a rap style of the Apocalypse to destroy all evil forces surrounding him.

Taylor is committed to helping other artists and authors explore their talent by offering advice and services to self-publish their work. He resides in Washington D.C.

"A Red Badge of Courage!" -
The RAWSISTAZ on Bible of an Alligator: A Collection of Poems

"The challenges of being an urban black man-- a tall hill to climb and no one thinks much of you!" -
The Midwest Book Review of Bible of an Alligator: A Collection of Poems