Mixed Tapas

Mixed Tapas: Small Poems by Rikki Renee is a vibrant collection of contemporary poetry that serves up love, heartbreak, self-discovery, and the messy in-betweens in bite-sized portions. With influences from modern romance, urban life, and spiritual reflection, each poem captures a moment—some heavy, some humorous, and some that only make sense with time. Blending cultural commentary, personal storytelling, and emotional honesty, Mixed Tapas offers readers a mix of confessions, love letters, diss tracks, and the tiny red flags we all recognize. Written in an accessible, conversational voice, this collection will resonate with fans of modern poetry, women’s literature, and contemporary Black voices. Perfect for readers who want quick, impactful reads—whether you’re stealing a few moments over coffee, journaling alongside each piece, or gifting it to a friend who “gets it”—Mixed Tapas is poetry you can keep on the table and come back to again and again.