Pairing lyrical poems and crisp photography to great effect, this collection is a gem. Each poem contains Yolen's response to a series of photographs that portray living things reflected in water.

I wake up in the morning and look in the mirror. I shower and do my hair and makeup in front of a vanity mirror, then get dressed with the help of my full-length mirror. I have three mirrors in my ...

The closer we get, the less distance needed, the more pain that arises Love, anxiety, tears, fear, happiness, radiance, and worries all transform the reflection of a person into an unrecognizable ...

(ThyBlackMan.com) Toi Derricotte’s poetry illuminates the depths of identity, resilience, and human experience with an unflinching honesty that captivates readers. Through her poignant exploration of ...