Since May 2013, Helmut Barthel has presented a selection from his rich collection of over 1000 poems at the Kulturcafé Komm du in Hamburg-Harburg in a relaxed reading format, featuring works from the edition "Dichterstube." The first five readings are now being documented by MA-Verlag with a series of five poetry booklets that cover diverse topics such as 'Inner and Outer Environment,' 'Politics and Social Issues,' 'Mythical and Magical,' 'Language and Thought,' and last but not least, 'Humorous and Satirical.' Those who attended may wish to recall the impression left by the compelling presentation, but even in pure reading, Helmut Barthel's word magic unfolds in a unique way.