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The Weathervane: 26 New & Selected Prose Poems
Introducing "The Weathervane", a breathtaking collection of new and selected
poems by Queer Métis author Brennan Kenneth Brown. Experimental prose works that challenge the fundamentals poetry, though still, pieces that pay homage to the craft, these thirty-two poems showcase Brown's unparalleled skill with language and form. Navigating themes of identity, grief, romance, andour fleeting nature, "The Weathervane" is an unapologetic exploration of the human experience. With each turn of the page, readers will be transported through a world of raw emotion, evocative imagery, and soul-stirring reflections.
Descriptions of natural phenomena leads to the man heartrending portraits of loss, and Brown's poetry speaks directly to the heart. The Weathervane is a masterful work of art that reflects a lifetime of passion, perseverance, and poetic prowess. Prepare to be spellbound by language and insight of "The Weathervane", a poetic journey that will linger in your thoughts long after you've turned the final page. This chapbook is a must-have for any lover of poetry, and a true testament to the power of the written word. The weathervane, which points in different directions depending on the direction of the wind, represents the constant shift in our perspectives, emotions, and relationships. Brown's poetry reflects this sense of movement, as he deftly navigates the complexities of life with each new poem. "The Weathervane" is broken up into four distinct parts, each exploring a different facet of the human
↛ East , is the embodiment of new beginnings, symbolized by the colour green, the season of spring, and the element of wood. Poetry blooms like the flowers, fresh starts.
↛ South , blazes with the passion of summer, represented by the colour red, the element of fire, and the poetry ignites like the sun in the sky. The words sizzle with intensity and heat, reflecting the highs and lows of love and desire.
↛ West , is the calm before the storm, captured in the purity of white, the season of autumn, and the element of metal. Here, the poetry is hauntingly beautiful, like the wind that whispers through the trees, foretelling the coming of winter.
↛ North , is the season of darkness and introspection, embodied by the colour black, the element of water, and the chill of winter. Melancholic yet hopeful, reminding us that even in the depths of despair, there is a glimmer of light to be found. Brennan Kenneth Brown is currently a 27-year-old Queer Métis poet, essayist, and university undergraduate. In the past, he has worked as a hospice cook, content strategist, and FOSS web developer. Brown was born in Winnipeg, Manitoba and currently resides in Calgary, Alberta. He has previously written for Beeminder, The Writing Co-operative, and data science publications. Brown is the founder of the Write Club at Mount Royal University, a creative writing collective dedicated to building good community around local storytelling and fostering voice and identity. For more information on the author as well as updates on future writings, please contact editor@writeclub.ca or visit
poems by Queer Métis author Brennan Kenneth Brown. Experimental prose works that challenge the fundamentals poetry, though still, pieces that pay homage to the craft, these thirty-two poems showcase Brown's unparalleled skill with language and form. Navigating themes of identity, grief, romance, andour fleeting nature, "The Weathervane" is an unapologetic exploration of the human experience. With each turn of the page, readers will be transported through a world of raw emotion, evocative imagery, and soul-stirring reflections.
Descriptions of natural phenomena leads to the man heartrending portraits of loss, and Brown's poetry speaks directly to the heart. The Weathervane is a masterful work of art that reflects a lifetime of passion, perseverance, and poetic prowess. Prepare to be spellbound by language and insight of "The Weathervane", a poetic journey that will linger in your thoughts long after you've turned the final page. This chapbook is a must-have for any lover of poetry, and a true testament to the power of the written word. The weathervane, which points in different directions depending on the direction of the wind, represents the constant shift in our perspectives, emotions, and relationships. Brown's poetry reflects this sense of movement, as he deftly navigates the complexities of life with each new poem. "The Weathervane" is broken up into four distinct parts, each exploring a different facet of the human
↛ East , is the embodiment of new beginnings, symbolized by the colour green, the season of spring, and the element of wood. Poetry blooms like the flowers, fresh starts.
↛ South , blazes with the passion of summer, represented by the colour red, the element of fire, and the poetry ignites like the sun in the sky. The words sizzle with intensity and heat, reflecting the highs and lows of love and desire.
↛ West , is the calm before the storm, captured in the purity of white, the season of autumn, and the element of metal. Here, the poetry is hauntingly beautiful, like the wind that whispers through the trees, foretelling the coming of winter.
↛ North , is the season of darkness and introspection, embodied by the colour black, the element of water, and the chill of winter. Melancholic yet hopeful, reminding us that even in the depths of despair, there is a glimmer of light to be found. Brennan Kenneth Brown is currently a 27-year-old Queer Métis poet, essayist, and university undergraduate. In the past, he has worked as a hospice cook, content strategist, and FOSS web developer. Brown was born in Winnipeg, Manitoba and currently resides in Calgary, Alberta. He has previously written for Beeminder, The Writing Co-operative, and data science publications. Brown is the founder of the Write Club at Mount Royal University, a creative writing collective dedicated to building good community around local storytelling and fostering voice and identity. For more information on the author as well as updates on future writings, please contact editor@writeclub.ca or visit
40 pages, Paperback
Published February 22, 2023
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Brennan Kenneth Brown
13 books5 followersBrennan Kenneth Brown (he/they) is currently a 29-year-old Queer Métis full-time writer and founder of https://BerryHouse.ca
He is a Mount Royal University alum with a Bachelor of Arts majoring in English Honours. In the past, he has worked as a janitor and hospice cook, content strategist, & FOSS web developer. Brown was born in Winnipeg, Manitoba & currently resides in Calgary, Alberta. He has previously written for Beeminder, the Writing Co-operative, & data science publications.
Brown is also the founder of the Write Club at Mount Royal University, a creative writing collective dedicated to building good community around local storytelling & fostering voice & identity. For more information on the author as well as updates on future writings, please contact him at mail@brennanbrown.ca or visit his website, https://bkpoetry.com/ and https://brennan.day/
He is a Mount Royal University alum with a Bachelor of Arts majoring in English Honours. In the past, he has worked as a janitor and hospice cook, content strategist, & FOSS web developer. Brown was born in Winnipeg, Manitoba & currently resides in Calgary, Alberta. He has previously written for Beeminder, the Writing Co-operative, & data science publications.
Brown is also the founder of the Write Club at Mount Royal University, a creative writing collective dedicated to building good community around local storytelling & fostering voice & identity. For more information on the author as well as updates on future writings, please contact him at mail@brennanbrown.ca or visit his website, https://bkpoetry.com/ and https://brennan.day/
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August 29, 2025
Super cool to see some of the writing evolution and thought before Holy Waterfall. Some poems I understand better now. Would be fun to do a side-by-side comparison!
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