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As someone who has an intense love of poetry, I am always looking forward to discovering new poets and their works. And very recently, I discovered Heavy is the Head by Sumyaya Enyegue, and I was absolutely entranced by how emotionally beautiful her works are.
A collection of heartwrenching poems, Heavy Is The Head by Sumaya Enyegue is an unforgettable debut that reminds you of what it means to be truly vulnerable.
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Release Date: 12th May 2020
A collection of phenomenal, beautifully composed poems, We Were All Someone Else Yesterday by Omar Holmon is a heart wrenching, emotional poetry book about grief, love, identity and healing. At its core, this poetry book is about Holmon’s family–it’s a tribute to his mother, it’s a heartbreaking cross-examination into his relationship with his father, it’s a reminder of how bittersweet love can be and a beautiful ode to his roots, his culture and his heritage.
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A collection of poignant, beautifully crafted verses, No Matter The Wreckage by Sarah Kay is the kind of poetry book that touches your heart, mind and soul. I am aware that this sounds cliche, but it is true. Her turn of phrase, use of imagery and rhythm and repetition creates vividly written, captivating poems that makes the reader step into her skin and see the world through her lens. Most importantly, the topics that she covers in this book and some of her own personal experiences are written with such resonating quality that you cannot help but be able to relate to her words.
Some of my favorites where Love Letter #137, No Matter The Wreckage, Brother, The Toothbrush To The Bicycle Wheel, The Ladder, Some Things We Don’t Talk About Part 1, and Evaporating, but there were many others too that I couldn’t help but reread over and over because they made me feel.
Definitely the kind of poetry book you would want to keep on your shelf. I highly recommend this to everyone who loves poetry.