Uprising: a book of Poetry

By Sylvia L. Blalock

Book Overview

"Uprising" is a collection of poems celebrating the unique journey of the modern black woman. From whimsical to macabre to uplifting to gut-wrenching, these are just the first glimpse of up and coming writer, Sylvia L. Blalock. Starting with the battlecry "Uprising" and moving straight to "libations" with "Breaking Bread", Sylvia weaves a tapestry that invites one and all to bear witness. The book contains adult themes, yet two pieces- "Dreams Are For the Young" and "Torch Pass", celebrate our young people with love and encouragement. "Sista", "Queendom" and "When Queens Unite Nothing Is Impossible" celebrate the interconnection of women who recognize the Queen in each other and are some of her personal favorites. The delicate yet soulful cadence of "See Me" is just one of her delightful romantic pieces, almost coy in its invitation to "really see me". "Uprising" is a true work of love as no only did Sylvia write this book, she illustrated the cover and interior art, formatted and self-published as well. It is with great love, that we present to you, "Uprising"

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1974521567
• ISBN13: 9781974521562
• Release Date: November 2017
• Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
• Length: 152 Pages
• Weight: 0.47 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"