Sitting Under a Black Sun: A Collection of Poems

By S.E. Sumpter

Sitting Under a Black Sun is a haunting and transformative collection of poetry that takes readers on a journey through the darkest corners of the human soul. With unflinching honesty, the poems explore the raw depths of heartbreak, the suffocating weight of mental health struggles, and the overwhelming feeling of being lost in a world that feels relentlessly cold. Each verse is a glimpse into the chaos of trying to survive when the light seems dim, and the sun appears to be swallowed by darkness.

Yet amidst the agony, there is also a flicker of hope-an exploration of the resilience needed to rise from the ashes, to love despite the scars, and to find beauty even in the deepest sorrow. As the poet wrestles with inner demons and broken hearts, there emerges a quiet strength, the discovery of self-love, and the eventual possibility of connection with another soul.

Sitting Under a Black Sun is for anyone who has walked through hell, felt the unbearable weight of their own mind, or longed for love in a world full of pain. It is a collection that captures the fragile dance between despair and healing, a powerful reminder that even in our darkest moments, there is always the potential to find light again.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0DZH2LN4S
• ISBN13: 9798312890587
• Release Date: March 2025
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 96 Pages
• Weight: 0.31 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"