Zora - Paperback

by Keshia Shantae (Author)

a poem, Unresolved "I wanted to run with Paul, we were under the Magnolia tree, I wanted to run with Paul, we were under the Magnolia tree, I wanted to run with Paul, we were under the Magnolia tree, I had to leave Paul, now it's just Baby and me." Zora 42 is a collection of poetry about rites of passage, magick, love, healing and unapologetic femininity. Written in the voice of the mysterious and too often mis-understood 'Soul Sistah', Zora takes the reader on a journey thru the days and nights of a south-western, gypsy women (eGypTsy 'Omen). Organized in 5 parts, this collection of poems is in the literary tradition of the great women writers of the Harlem Renaissance, The Black Arts Movement and the living legends of today. This is Keshia Shantae's first published book.

Author Biography

Keshia Shantae is a writer and performance artist living in Houston, TX. She is a social anthropologist, professional educator, and initiated spiritualist. These talents are wielded skillfully as she crafts her poetic commentaries. As a spoken word artist, she travels across the country, winning SLAM competitions and sharing her healing work with diverse audiences. To contact for poetry readings and speaking engagements, send an email to: templeofshe42@gmail.com