In his debut poetry collection, Jonathan J. Williams who goes by his performance name "John White" invites readers into a world shaped by heritage, heartbreak, and healing. Rooted in the neighborhoods of East Los Angeles, these poems explore identity, memory, and transformation with honesty, rhythm, and heart.
Whether sketching portraits of youth on the edge of adulthood or honoring the resilience found in everyday moments, this collection speaks to anyone learning to navigate where they come from and where they’re headed.
Thoughtful, vibrant, and grounded in love, this is a poetic debut that leaves a lasting mark.
Details
- Publication Date
- Jul 19, 2025
- Language
- English
- ISBN
- 9781257998975
- Category
- Poetry
- Copyright
- All Rights Reserved - Standard Copyright License
- Contributors
- By (author): John White
Specifications
- Pages
- 59
- Binding Type
- Hardcover Case Wrap
- Interior Color
- Black & White
- Dimensions
- Digest (5.5 x 8.5 in / 140 x 216 mm)
Keywords
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