I'll Cry If I Want To
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A poignant journey through womanhood, motherhood, mental health, and identity, with a unique lens on the biracial experience, offering solace and understanding amidst life's complexities.
Iβll Cry If I Want To is a poignant collection that delves into the intricate experiences of womanhood, motherhood, marriage, mental health, grief, and the challenges of being biracial. Each poem offers a candid glimpse into the raw realities of life, resonating with honesty and emotional depth.
Throughout the collection, Franco explores the highs and lows of existence with unapologetic sincerity. From the joys of motherhood to the complexities of marriage, every aspect of life is examined through a lens of gratitude and resilience.
Ultimately, it serves as a reminder that it's okay to embrace our vulnerabilities and acknowledge our struggles. Through evocative verses and illustrations, readers are reassured that they are not alone in their journey, finding solace in the recognition that someone out there sees and understands them.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781771683975
Publisher: Central Avenue Publishing
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 13 March 2025
Country: Canada
Imprint: Central Avenue Publishing
Illustration: 20 black and white illustrations
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 13.0mm
Width: 133.0mm
Height: 203.0mm
Weight: 113g
Pages: 128
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About the Author
Raquel Franco is a multi-racial poet of Venezuelan descent living in Ohio. She is the author of I'll Cry If I Want To and When the Bee Stings and her work has been featured in Thought Catalog and Rattle Magazine. When she is not reading, writing or keeping up with two kids she is listening to Taylor Swift.
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