Publisher's Synopsis
The broad topic of boredom is tackled in this collection of poems by Canadian writers, presented in a manner that is anything but. Straddling the line between graphic novel and poetic verse, this tug-of-war between forms provides a fascinating insight into the relation of image and language, without ever overshadowing the messages of the poems and illustrations themselves. Fans of either form will find appropriate homage is paid to the mediums, while creating a new breed of enthusiasts for this original and quirky conglomeration. Featured writers include Derek Beaulieu, Christian Bok, Stacey May Fowles, Marlena Zuber, Tim Gaze, Mark Laliberte, Donato Mancini, Kevin Mcpherson Eckhoff, Gustave Morin, Marc Ngui, Daniel Scott Tysdal, Jen Pickering, and Sally McKay.
