Description
Discover the profound debut collection, Tight Bindings, which explores the intricate threads of femininity, personal history, and the transformative power of storytelling. This collection, published by Puncher and Wattmann in 2024, captivates with its unflinching honesty and lyrical precision, inviting readers into a world rich with embodied experiences. Through its evocative poems, Tight Bindings navigates themes of birth, death, sex, illness, desire, and motherhood, creating a dialogue between the stories we tell ourselves and the secrets we carry. Each piece serves as a journey of self-discovery, weaving together confession and reclamation of fairy tales. The artwork is a seamless blend of darkness and light, resonating deeply with anyone who yearns for liberation. Esteemed poets like Esther Ottaway and Kerri Shying praise this work for its sonic brilliance and deep social awareness. With its compelling narrative style, Tight Bindings emerges as a vital exploration of gender and identity, offering readers an organic interpretation of femininity that is both relatable and thought-provoking. Perfect for poetry lovers and those seeking to delve into the intricacies of the human condition, this collection is not just a book; it is a love letter to all who have walked the journey of life.