"There is a human tenderness in these poems, a way of seeing/experiencing the world, that loves it, and proposes that love as a way to heal what has been hurt."
Peter Levitt
Poet & author, Within Within
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"This collection sparks with poems that are bright and fierce—comets cutting through the mundane."
Bhargavi C. Mandava
Author, Where The Oceans Meet
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"Bella Mahaya Carter's insightful journey into womanhood made me blush, laugh, cry and cackle like a joyful witch. In the end, this authentic and daring collection left me feeling grateful I was born female. It should be mandatory reading not just for our sisters and daughters, but more importantly, for our husbands and our sons."
Maureen Muldoon
Writer/Director, Booby Trap
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“Very Real, honest, deep human expression. Her courage and strength are inspiring.”
Ron Gainor, Attorney
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“This book is vibrant and alive and gorgeous. I love Bella's ability to own everything and share it all fearlessly. Her writing made me laugh and forgive my so-called flaws. The book is also hot and sexy. Every time I clean the rubber mat in our tub (the one that gets mold trapped in its suction parts), I think of sex--because of her poem, “Spring Bath.” I am grateful for Bella's bravery and honesty. She is a brilliant writer.”
Wiloe Poehlmann
Preschool Teacher
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“I was gripped by Bella Mahaya Carter’s courageous and passionate poetry. I inhaled this whole collection in one sitting. These intoxicating poems stirred my core, making me want to belt out, ‘I am Woman, Hear Me Roar.’”
Courtney Crane
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"Bella's poems are love letters to the experience of being a woman, and a joy to read. I laughed, gasped, and resonated with her as she shared her journey from girlhood to motherhood. A beautiful collection that aptly recalls the tender moments of growing up and growing wiser."
Robin Finn
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“I really enjoyed reading Bella's book. Regardless of what I'm reading (even Newsweek!), I always highlight lines or passages I want to come back to. Well, Bella's book has a lot of those highlights--lots of well-turned phrases, fresh poetic images, and so on. Most of all, however, I respect and admire her unflinching honesty. Very brave. Quite inspiring.”
Paul Hellweg
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