Longlisted for the The CILIP Carnegie Medal 2021
'An amazingly talented spoken word artist'- MTV
From acclaimed performance poet Sophia Thakur comes a powerful first collection of poems exploring issues of identity,difference,faith,relationships,fear,loss and joy. Intricate,evocative and dazzling - these are poems that explore the experiences that connect people; they encourage readers to look within and explore the tendencies of the heart.
Publisher: Walker Books LtdISBN: 9781406388534Number of pages: 112Weight: 109 gDimensions: 198 x 129 x 7 mm
MEDIA REVIEWS
'Sophia Thakur is one of the most brilliant and necessary voices from the UK. The power of her words will affect generations.'- Angie Thomas
'Uplifting,brave and quietly devastating,Sophia Thakur's new collection of poetry is so resonant - whatever your age,background or experiences - she touches on the universal experiences we all know...Give your heart this book.'- Stylist
'It's a real pleasure to find this empathic and empowering contemporary collection by Sophia Thakur. A powerful and relatable read.'- Book Trust
'Combine the soulful vibe of Jorja Smith and R.h Sin's ability to mind read and you have Sophia Thakur's intimate and soulful collection.'- @frizzythereader
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