Sex and Oatmeal

De: Eric Guilmette

Narrado por: Eric Guilmette

In his debut poetry collection Sex and Oatmeal, Eric Guilmette explores the complexities of love, identity, and what it means to feel deeply in a world that often asks us not to.

This is a book that lives in contrast: the warm, honeyed rush of intimacy and the thick, cold quiet that follows... the ache of absence, the weight of longing, the emotional staleness of something once comforting, now unfinished and forgotten.

With a voice that's emotionally honest, refreshingly vulnerable, and unmistakably his own, Eric invites his listeners into an intimate space... one shaped by passion, reflection, and unflinching truth.

Through the lens of a man learning what it means to come of age not once, but again and again, these poems capture the electricity of new love, the beauty of intimacy, and the bittersweet ache of loss. His words resonate with raw sincerity that feels deeply personal yet relatable, grounded in his signature "Eric-isms" that lend each piece a distinct, lived-in texture.

Sex and Oatmeal doesn't shy away from discomfort. It lingers in the awkward, the aching, and the tender, offering listeners a mirror to see their own messiness. Whether it's the dizzying rush of falling in love or the quiet wreckage of heartbreak, Eric meets each moment with care and courage.

This collection is an offering for anyone who has ever felt too much, wanted too deeply, or dared to hope again. More than poetry, it's a raw, human experience, stirred gently into verse... served warm or cold.

©2025 Eric Guilmette (P)2025 Eric Guilmette

Lovely honesty and depth

This audiobook feels alive with emotion and truth. Every word is spoken with presence and awareness, reaching deeply and staying there. The voice brings the poetry to life, turning reflection into feeling and silence into meaning. It is a rare kind of beauty.

One of the best Audibles I have

Sex & Oatmeal by Eric Guilmette just wrecked me in the best way. This isn’t just an audiobook you listen to; you feel it. It’s like sitting across from someone who has lived, loved, lost, healed, and is still figuring it out… and they’re letting you inside the parts most people hide Eric’s voice alone? Soft. Raw. Steady. It hits differently when the person who wrote the words is the one speaking them. The delivery is vulnerable without trying too hard, powerful without being loud. It’s intimate in the way real healing is quiet, slow, and real. The poetry is this mix of heartbreak and hope, like turning pages in your own journal. It reminds you that love can bruise, but it can also rebuild. That growth can be messy, but it’s still growth. And that softness isn’t weakness its proof you survived.If you’ve ever loved deeply…If you’ve ever lost yourself and found your way back…If you’re in a season of becoming…This audiobook is going to stay with you.10/10. Highly recommend.Listen with your heart open. And maybe a blanket, a candle, and just a moment to breathe.

his heart

I loved his voice, his heart through his words. the length of each break between poem, just everything including pace

Feeling seen as my soul opens up to new possibilities.

Wow…so much more than I ever expected. So deep, so true & so passionate. Felt so seen as though parts of my past were being read aloud or as though I was connecting with someone who’d lived similar experiences. By the time you were finished sharing your poems & experiences I felt a renewed permission to embrace joy & search out moments in life that bring my soul what it truly needs. I suddenly feel the freedom to make decisions I’ve been putting off & embrace the possibilities of truly living in today. So thankful to have taken the time to experience this collection of moments from your life. Thank you for sharing your rawest moments & feelings so freely.

the way he spoke it was beautiful

love the poetry I love how it grabs you so powerful Eric is such an amazing poet extremely beautiful and so powerful

Warm oatmeal and hugs

The book hits so many emotions for me. I feel like Eric has reached into my heart and soul with his words. I can’t wait for the next chapter.

My heart

Love this! I read the book but hearing it in Eric’s voice is truly amazing. All the feels love loss longing and everything in between he didn’t lie when he says that. First love lasting love regrets heartache laughter loss and hope Eric hit all of it and leaves you wanting more of what you never knew you needed to hear.

I Can’t Listen to This Lying Down!

The sound of Eric’s voice is so beautiful and soothing, it has lulled me to sleep! You hear his heart in every word. I need to sit up, relax and enjoy the whole experience. It’s a very special book to me and listening adds a whole new dimension.

Out standing poet

I read your book but I loved listening to the poems even more. As an 80 year old who has loved poetry since a child I loved the story. Life is real and so is this book. This touched me more than I expected. Brought up a lot of memories. Thank you and all the best to you.

Poetic Kaleidoscope

Sex and Oatmeal is like a poetic kaleidoscope where each part takes you on a journey through the roller coaster of human emotions we experience in love, loss and finding ourselves in this life. Eric’s voice represents the raw emotions felt through each poem so authentically that it awakens those same emotions within the listener. This collection of poems allow the listener to find resolve in their own emotions and life experiences through a poet who so vulnerably poured his heart out in words on each page. Thank you, Eric, for finding the words to express emotions about experiences I couldn’t, it allows the listener (me) to feel seen and understood.
P.S.- I highly recommend following along in the book as you listen!