Soul Vagina: In Between Sex and God, Who Am I?

by Nomxolisi Ndlangana

Soul Vagina is a debut collection from the fearless South African poet Nomxolisi Ndlangana who takes the reader on a woman's pilgrimage to the core of self identity. The work speaks of a love of self and the love of another as the author masterfully synthesizes the nuances and complexities of a five-year relationship into a single poem. Soul Vagina is a daring exploration of sexual freedom that transports the reader to a realm of physical and emotional duality through a journey of love. Each poem, imaginatively encapsulates elements of beauty, struggle, and revelations. And with each step, the collection reveals a deeper surprise while redefining sex along the way.

Genres: Self Help

144 pages, Paperback

Published February 13, 2018

About the author

Nomxolisi Ndlangana, commonly known as Nono is a native of South Africa; she moved to New York for education, its cultural variety and artistic inclination. She received her BA in Media Studies at Hunter college. Nono formally began her career as a performer in New York in 2011 as a spoken word artist hitting low key stages in Harlem to slamming at the internationally acclaimed Nuyorican Poets Cafe.

Nono has developed her artistry throughout the years, fusing her poetry with instrumentals and vocals, taking inspiration from blues, jazz and neo-soul which led to her first project, an EP titled Wet Paint. Her lyrics are simple projections of her social interests with a strong poetic tone. Soul Vagina is her debut poetry compilation. She still lives in New York, and splits her time between her book writing and performing.

Reviews

[T'challa · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was a step into sisterhood. This collection of poetry was all things wine and floor time reflecting on all that was and all that you have evolved onto as a result of your relationships. Going from one relationship to contemplating the pieces left in lustful wakes, was a like a waltz through memory. It allowed you to take a journey through your vulnerabilities and accept yourself, flaws and all. Accept the power and recognize when you are connecting your 'soul' and your vagina to another. Perhaps you need a Vagina fast, a time of cleansing or maybe you need a time of whoring. It is your soul, your ties, your decisions. May you always reflect and if you don't know what honest reflection looks like, read this book.

[Stephanie · Rating 5 out of 5]

LOVED, LOVED, LOVED this read. Very self in-tuned, relatable. Phenomenal work of poems based on self-love, sex and overall relationships. My only complaint is that is was such a short collection.

[Rose mary · Rating 4 out of 5]

It's a good read, if you love poetry. I will be reading it again

[puma · Rating 5 out of 5]

SHE ATEEEEE

[Amber-Rose · Rating 5 out of 5]

Definitely the most powerful poetry I've ever experienced. I don't know how I learned about Soul Vagina's existence, but I'm so grateful I did. It's a depiction of womanhood that's unmuted and totally open. This will blow you away. 1 million stars ⭐️