0% of Something by Joey Salomone

A book that plays with the idea of language. Prose that bounces the  reader like a trampoline between odd and happy, lonely and content,  sexual and lost. The words don't read as if they are organized as much  as they fell out of the authors head and hit the paper. Rantings on  politics or religion or love can all be found within this book.

"Drop of Atom", Salomone’s second book of poetry, is a poetic journey brimming with messages of love, mental health, and dwindling hope during the notorious covid-19 pandemic—all peppered with wit. Through writing that is stylistically diverse and bursting with raw poignancy, a highly relatable narrative is revealed. Within its pages, dire realities are also unveiled—albeit necessary ones. Experimental in its approach and cunning in its execution, it is evident that imposed limits are nonexistent along this literary path. “Drop of Atom” is at the intersection of the metaphysical and the tangible. You will be sure to run into the fantastical (ogres and pharaohs), the earthly (sunflowers and snowfall), and everything in between.

Mexican  LGBTQ writer, artist, and poet J. Daniel Cruz pulls from his  experiences as a gay man and recipient of D.A.C.A. in this evocative  collection of poetry. Expressing himself through eloquent verse, he  takes on several themes: the push and pull between romance and  self-preservation. The pain of growing up and living as a person of  color in America. The passion of an artist. The frustration with  national and global injustice.

Reflecting the author’s roots,  original poems written in both English and Spanish are included. Also  included are specially dedicated poems to celebrate beloved members of  Cruz’s communities.

A Path of Roses and Thorns is a powerful and emotive collection echoing experiences that members of any community can empathize with.