The Lovely Maid Marion of Wilkes-Barre is a darkly playful, noir-style story-poem told in rhythmic verse. Blending mystery, rumor, radio intrigue, small-town whispers, and a cast of unforgettable characters — including a fish-loving librarian, a humanitarian contrarian, Captain Sam Solarium, and the notorious “No Fingers” Libertarian — this surreal case unfolds like a late-night tabloid headline read under a streetlamp. Michael James Kaiser delivers a clever, imaginative crime-tale poem that reads like Dr. Seuss went noir. Suspenseful, humorous, and uniquely original, this piece takes the reader on a midnight journey through suspicion, scandal, strange alibis, and unexpected love. For fans of experimental poetry, spoken-word storytelling, or off-beat mystery — this is one you will not forget.