A poetry collection pulling from the author's personal narrative to take the reader on a journey through family, mental health, grief, pop culture, body image, queer identity, love, joy, memory, myth, and magic.

The collection follows a trajectory of 1) exploring identity, avoidance, escapism, and shame, then 2) facing and confronting fears, shame, grief, and self-image, and finally 3) breaking down stigma, searching for joy, finding self-acceptance, and the value of storytelling and sharing as a tool to connect, love, and choose progress.

Author: Patrick Roche
Publisher: Button Poetry
Page Count: 88pp
Size: 5.5 x 8.5
Notes: softcover
Date of Publication: October 19, 2021
ISBN: 978-1943735983