Juba: Poetry

by Letta Neely

The extraordinary language and love, the chorus of freedom and justice that defines this book locates Letta Neely firmly in the great and proud tradition of Black writers from Dunbar to Hughes to Baldwin to Lorde. "Reading 'Juba' allowed me to find pieces of myself in the words, between the words, and because of the words." -- Asha Bandele

Genres: Poetry, Queer

Paperback

Published January 1, 1998

About the author

Letta Neely is a spoken word artist who has authored two books of poetry, Juba and Here, and was named "Best Local Author 2001" by a Boston Phoenix reader's poll. She has also written plays, including "Hamartia Blues" and "Shackles & Sugar." Twice a Lambda Literary Awards finalist for lesbian poetry, Letta frequents poetry readings around New England and is a regular slam poetry winner. She is an ardent civil rights activist who has done anti-homophobia training and educational outreach. Letta has also conducted writing workshops privately, in public schools, and at juvenile detention centers.

Reviews

[Rhonda · Rating 4 out of 5]

it can be said that; Letta is like a pair of stockings sliding over a lotioned stubble covered legs. her erudite swagger, slides off the page so naughty, erotic and sly. smart and supple like black leather, Ms. Neely should be read. tongue in cheek and straight, no chaser, she truly is fierce.