Pole Dancing to Gospel Hymns - Gibson, Andrea
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Prepare to be moved, challenged, and utterly captivated by the profound journey that awaits the reader within the pages of Pole Dancing to Gospel Hymns. In this thought-provoking collection of poems, Gibson fearlessly confronts the haunting aftermath of a soldier's psychological wounds, delving into the complexities of human emotion with unflinching honesty. Gibson's book takes you on an intellectual exploration, as it fearlessly tackles the tough questions posed by curious school children on the elusive concept of "hate." Through Gibson's masterful use of stunning imagery and precise…mehr

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Prepare to be moved, challenged, and utterly captivated by the profound journey that awaits the reader within the pages of Pole Dancing to Gospel Hymns. In this thought-provoking collection of poems, Gibson fearlessly confronts the haunting aftermath of a soldier's psychological wounds, delving into the complexities of human emotion with unflinching honesty. Gibson's book takes you on an intellectual exploration, as it fearlessly tackles the tough questions posed by curious school children on the elusive concept of "hate." Through Gibson's masterful use of stunning imagery and precise craftsmanship, the current political climate is laid bare, revealing the very essence of its existence. The words within ¿Pole Dancing to Gospel Hymns resonate with a bold and unforgettable voice, one that will echo in the reader's mind.
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Andrea Gibson is an American poet, performer, activist, and Colorado's ninth poet laureate. In 2008, Gibson won the first Women of the World Poetry Slam. Gibson is known for their work involving gender norms, queer identity, social issues, and LGBTQ+ topics. Gibson is the author of several poetry collections, including You Better Be Lightning (Button Poetry, 2021). They have also won awards and honors such as first place for poetry in the 2023 Feathered Quill Book Awards and the gold medal for poetry in the 2022 Independent Publisher Book Awards. Gibson's other books include Lord of the Butterflies (Button Poetry, 2018), Pansy (Write Bloody Publishing, 2015), The Madness Vase (Write Bloody Publishing, 2015), Pole Dancing to Gospel Hymns (Write Bloody Publishing, 2008), and the nonfiction book How Poetry Can Change Your Heart with co-author Megan Falley (Chronicle Books, 2019). Gibson also edited We Will Be Shelter: Poems for Survival (Write Bloody Publishing, 2014), an anthology of poems that address social justice issues. Their works have been finalists for the Goodreads Choice Awards. In addition to their literary achievements, Gibson has released seven albums of spoken word and performance poetry, including Hey Galaxy (2018), Truce (2013), and Flower Boy (2011). Gibson is also a four-time Denver Grand Slam Champion and has earned top placements in national competitions, including fourth in the 2004 National Poetry Slam and third in both the 2006 and 2007 Individual World Poetry Slams. They have been featured on international platforms such as the BBC, C-SPAN, and Air America. Originally from Calais, Maine, Gibson relocated to Boulder, Colorado in 1999.