Quotes from a letter addressed to the author by Managing Editor of Poetry.com Howard Ely, On October 18th 1999 :
Reference: VIP Po326435
Dear Ghassan,
Over the past year or so we have been reviewing the thousands of poems submitted to us, as well as examining the poetic accomplishments of peope whose poetry has been featured in various anthologies released by other poetry publishers. After an exhaustive examination of this poetic artistry, The International Library of Poetry has nominated Ghassan Sayegh for inclusion in what promises to be the most historically important collection of poetry we have ever published…
Congratulations on your accomplishment, Ghassan. Only a small percentage of individuals whose poetry we have examined were selected to be part of this distinguished group of Outstanding Poets. … It is our pleasure to publish fine poems such as yours in this historic volume…
… We believe that your poetic artistry would add immeasurably to a better future insight and understanding of what our lives are like today…
Before going any further, Ghassan, let me make one thing clear … you were selected for publication on the basis of your unique talent and vision… which sparks the imagination and presents the reader with a fresh, unique perspective on life.
