Wong, Shelley - As She Appears

As She Appears

Author: Shelley Wong

Genre: Poetry

Publisher: YesYes Books

Release Date: April 1, 2022

Synopsis: A powerful and intimate collection of poems exploring themes of identity, gender, and sexuality. Wong's work is characterized by its raw honesty and vulnerability, offering a fresh perspective on the complexities of human experience.

Blurb: With stunning imagery and lyrical precision, Shelley Wong delves deep into the heart of what it means to be a woman in today's world. As She Appears is a bold and necessary exploration of identity, love, and loss.

LGBT Themes: The book explicitly explores themes of gender and sexuality, offering a queer perspective on the world.

Relevant Tags: poetry, identity, gender, sexuality, queer, LGBTQ+, vulnerability, honesty

Awards & Recognition:

• Longlisted for the 2022 National Book Award
• Winner of the 2023 Lambda Literary Award
• Winner of the 2019 Pamet River Prize