Publisher's Synopsis
Renee J. Nowlin has had adventures all over the world, but for this poet, the most exciting and inspiring places are within her own heart. Her debut poetry collection isn't merely about the physical locations she has visited-it's about the crossroads in her life that have taught her something new and meaningful.
One such moment was in December 2015. Nowlin traveled to Barbados and returned from the idyllic island feeling newly inspired to pursue her writing. It wasn't the picturesque vistas or exotic locale that led to this creative rejuvenation-instead, it was how people opened their hearts and homes to her that fueled her muse.
Nowlin's poetry reflects the mood of the island and the optimism she brought back with her. Her poems cover a wide variety of experiences and encapsulate important truths about romance, heartbreak, community, and family. Others draw upon Nowlin's experiences as an African American woman to speak about identity and heritage. Each work shows another facet of a strong new voice in American poetry.
Nowlin stresses that this journey through her life is still unfolding and developing. While she relishes the inspiration she's already gained, she's also planning all the places she'll go next!
