As the world celebrates International Haiku Poetry Day on April 17, we want to introduce you to an audiobook that perfectly captures the beauty and simplicity of this poetic form. “For the Love of Cricket: Haiku Poems Inspired by the Summer Game” by Matt Ellis and Matt Fiction is a delightful collection of haiku poems and stories celebrating the author’s lifelong passion for cricket.

Listeners will be transported to the cricket field through Ellis’s vivid descriptions and Fiction’s rhythmic poetry. The haiku poems complement the stories perfectly, adding a new layer of depth to the overall experience. They capture the essence of the game in each haiku, bringing to life the sights, sounds, and emotions of cricket. Whether you’re a die-hard fan of the sport or just starting to appreciate it, “For the Love of Cricket” will make you fall in love with the game all over again.

At its core, this audiobook is a celebration of the sport of cricket and the art of haiku poetry. It’s a testament to Ellis’s and Fiction’s love for the game and their dedication to sharing that love with the world. As Ellis says, “Haiku poetry is a beautiful way to capture the essence of the game and transport listeners to the cricket field. I’m thrilled to have Matt Fiction’s haiku poems accompany my stories in this audiobook.”

“For the Love of Cricket: Haiku Poems Inspired by the Summer Game” is available now on Audible, Amazon, and other major audiobook platforms. We highly recommend it to anyone who loves cricket, poetry, or just a good story. Celebrate International Haiku Poetry Day with this beautiful audiobook by Matt Ellis and Matt Fiction.

Tammy Bartaia – Bollywood Dreams – The Cricket Library

Tammy Bartaia is an International actress, TV presenter and author. From the age of seven her dream was to become an actress. She studied screen acting at the National Institute of Dramatic Art ( Nida) in Sydney, Australia. She is well known to cricket fans around the world for her role in the Bollywood film UnIndian starring Australian fast bowler Brett Lee. Tammy sat down with Matt Ellis to share what it was like working with Brett and the parallels between performing on set and cricketers performing on their stage, the cricket stadium. Tammy has a passion for Bollywood and has a deep connection to India through her time working on various projects, including the popular Hindi film Chola, which explores themes such as self discovery and the power of letting go of ego. Tammy always loved to write. It allowed her to use her imagination to create something special. -Even when there is no pen and paper in my hand, I always write in my mind," she says. Tammy is the author of the books: "The Young Woman with an Old Soul" and "A Pink House On Wheels."Tammy always loved to write. It allowed her to use her imagination to create something special. Join us as we open the window into the life of a gifted performer for whom the best is yet to come!

1. Tammy Bartaia – Bollywood Dreams 15:02
2. Anupam Sharma – When Bollywood Meets the Baggy Green 56:38
3. Elsa Hunter – WBBL Vibes 08:08
4. Dr John Orchard – New Chapters in Cricket & Medicine 01:11:02
5. Faye Tunnicliffe – Pursuing Excellence 41:36