Sand Pebbles: Poems and Song Lyrics

Sand Pebbles is a collection of poetry shaped by a life fully lived—poems that look closely at the small moments, the quiet turning points, and the deep currents that carry us forward. Written with clarity, warmth, and an eye for truth, these pieces invite readers to slow down, listen, and see their own experiences reflected in the lines.

Ed Hooper began writing in Vietnam in 1968, encouraged by a friend who recognized a voice worth preserving. That spark continued across decades, friendship...