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A Spotter's Guide To Invisible Things
Winner of the 2022 Live Canon Collection Competition and the Arthur Welton Award by the Society of Authors.
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Published July 25, 2023
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Laura Theis
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Laura Theis writes poems, stories and songs in her second language, received a Distinction from Oxford University’s MSt in Creative Writing and has been published in the UK, Ireland, Belgium, the Netherlands, Indonesia, Germany, Canada and the U.S. Her work appears in journals such as Poetry, Mslexia, Magma, Rattle, and Strange Horizons, and anthologies by Candlestick Press, Broken Sleep Books, PanMacmillan, and Aesthetica, amongst many others. Her Elgin-Award-nominated debut 'how to extricate yourself’, an Oxford Poetry Library Book-of-the-Month, won the Brian Dempsey Memorial Prize. She was the recipient of the Society of Authors’ Arthur Welton Award, the AM Heath Prize, EAL Oxford Brookes Poetry Prize, Mogford Prize, Hammond House International Literary Award, the Alpine Fellowship and a Forward Prize nomination. A runner-up for the Mairtin Crawford Award, she was shortlisted for the Women Poets’ Prize, the Bridport Prize, the Margaret Reid Poetry Prize, the Hippocrates Prize and a finalist for numerous other literary awards including the National Poetry Competition and the BBC Short Story Award.
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Laura Theis writes poems, stories and songs in her second language, received a Distinction from Oxford University’s MSt in Creative Writing and has been published in the UK, Ireland, Belgium, the Netherlands, Indonesia, Germany, Canada and the U.S. Her work appears in journals such as Poetry, Mslexia, Magma, Rattle, and Strange Horizons, and anthologies by Candlestick Press, Broken Sleep Books, PanMacmillan, and Aesthetica, amongst many others. Her Elgin-Award-nominated debut 'how to extricate yourself’, an Oxford Poetry Library Book-of-the-Month, won the Brian Dempsey Memorial Prize. She was the recipient of the Society of Authors’ Arthur Welton Award, the AM Heath Prize, EAL Oxford Brookes Poetry Prize, Mogford Prize, Hammond House International Literary Award, the Alpine Fellowship and a Forward Prize nomination. A runner-up for the Mairtin Crawford Award, she was shortlisted for the Women Poets’ Prize, the Bridport Prize, the Margaret Reid Poetry Prize, the Hippocrates Prize and a finalist for numerous other literary awards including the National Poetry Competition and the BBC Short Story Award.
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September 18, 2023
‘A Spotters Guide To Invisible Things’ is a captivating and powerful poetry collection that transports readers into the depths of human emotion and experience. Through skillful and beautiful wordplay poet Laura Theis breathes life into every verse, leaving an indelible mark on the hearts of its readers.
One of the standout aspects of this collection is the diversity of themes explored. From love and heartbreak to self-discovery and social commentary, Laura skillfully navigates various facets of the human condition with profundity and empathy. The poems are deeply relatable, offering a cathartic release and allowing readers to connect with their own emotions and experiences.
The language used here is nothing short of mesmerizing. Each word is carefully selected, creating vivid and evocative imagery that dances off the page. The collection seamlessly blends traditional poetic forms with contemporary language and style, resulting in a unique and engaging reading experience. The rhythm and flow of the poems are immersive, further amplifying the emotional impact of the words.
This is a thought-provoking and emotionally charged poetry collection that will resonate with readers long after the final page. The poets talent for capturing the essence of the human experience through their words is commendable, and this collection is a testament to their lyrical prowess. Whether you're an avid poetry reader or a newcomer to the genre, this collection is a must-read that will leave you inspired and moved.
An easy 5 stars!
One of the standout aspects of this collection is the diversity of themes explored. From love and heartbreak to self-discovery and social commentary, Laura skillfully navigates various facets of the human condition with profundity and empathy. The poems are deeply relatable, offering a cathartic release and allowing readers to connect with their own emotions and experiences.
The language used here is nothing short of mesmerizing. Each word is carefully selected, creating vivid and evocative imagery that dances off the page. The collection seamlessly blends traditional poetic forms with contemporary language and style, resulting in a unique and engaging reading experience. The rhythm and flow of the poems are immersive, further amplifying the emotional impact of the words.
This is a thought-provoking and emotionally charged poetry collection that will resonate with readers long after the final page. The poets talent for capturing the essence of the human experience through their words is commendable, and this collection is a testament to their lyrical prowess. Whether you're an avid poetry reader or a newcomer to the genre, this collection is a must-read that will leave you inspired and moved.
An easy 5 stars!
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