Genre:
- Poetry
- Page Length:
- 50 – 100 Pages
- Book Status:
- Working Draft
I have always dreamed of publishing a book. For years I waited around thinking I would be “discovered” (though I’m an introvert and don’t frequently share my work) and when that didn’t happen I thought it was a sign to give up the dream.
The thing about writing though, it doesn’t let up. If I don’t write, I don’t function. Writing has saved my life. I hope reading my work has the same effect on others. I want people to feel a little less alone, find ways to make it through.
Tiptoe and Whisper delves into womanhood, love, loss, relationships and survival.
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In Search of my Mother’s Smile
In search of my mother’s smile,
I stumbled upon my own
fashioned out of longing and
regret
yellowed and gummy
lacking a statement
as if my face and mouth
knew my story before
I
could say the words
before I
could write it down
in pencil
and erase
the parts that scared me:
violence.
death.
sadness.
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So, how did I get here? I read an article in the Women’s Press about Wise Ink, sent them an inquiry about two weeks ago, talked with their editor and now here I am ready to jump all in.
However, jumping in requires money. Enter sterotype: starving artist. Self-publishing requires upfront costs that, while expected, are not completely possible for me to cover alone. My goal is to raise the full amount to see this book to the finish line.
If you are willing and able to contribute monetarily, I am so grateful, however, please know that is not the only way to help. Something as simple as sharing this campaign – getting the word out to people who may be interested in contributing – can have an amazing impact.
I thank you in advance for your kindness and support.
Love,
Janaya