A Socially Acceptable Breakdown Support Black Authors a holy incantation that belongs

a holy incantation that belongs on every shelf

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To call [them] one of the best poets would be a gross understatement

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A Socially Acceptable Breakdown Support Black Authors a holy incantation that belongsPatrick Roche, 2021 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,