Tag Archives: Anti Colonial Literature

ALL I WANT IN LIFE IS…

All I Want In Life Is… By Jorge Antonio Vallejos 1. Books 2. Books of poetry 3. Comfy chairs, stools, hammocks and couches to read Books 4. Books by Indigenous Writers and Writers of Colour 5. Money and gift cards … Continue reading

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BLACK COFFEE POET’S BOOK RECOMMENDATIONS FOR BLACK HISTORY MONTH 2014

Black Coffee Poet’s Book Recommendations For Black History Month 2014 By Jorge Antonio Vallejos I remember growing up and listening to my Black friends (my first crew comprised of 5 Caribbean boys and I) make correct claims that our school … Continue reading

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BENDING THE CONTINUUM

Bending The Continuum By Dane Swan Reviewed by Jorge Antonio Vallejos Meeting Dane Swan before absorbing his book gave me an idea of what I was going to be reading: well written poems that didn’t pull punches. The Pugilist is … Continue reading

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AFTER THE SHOOTINGS: A POEM BY QWO-LI DRISKILL

After the Shootings Quanneapague, December 14, 2012 By Qwo-Li Driskill The names of children sharp needles of loss we use to suture the gash of memory that rises from Potatuck land the story bleeds onto us shouts rapid fire crumples … Continue reading

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DECEMBER 17: INTERNATIONAL DAY TO END VIOLENCE AGAINST SEX WORKERS

Today is the International Day to End Violence Against Sex Workers.   Here is a poem I wrote for sex workers: White Van. Watch, SHARE, Tweet, be an ally. Subscribe to the Black Coffee Poet YOUTUBE Channel: 140 videos: Poetry, … Continue reading

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