11:22: remember me as a time of day

by Brooke Yanaga

Cover illustrated by Laura Supnik. 11:22 is a collection of 100+ poems written by Brooke Yanaga. Brooke writes with brutal honesty about the relationships she has had, both with others and herself, that encompass each time of day: dusk, dark, dawn, and daylight. Whether the relationship began brightly and faded, or began dimly and lightened, she holds nothing back. Brooke has created 11:22 to be its own entity, strong and unapologetic. Her poems have been worn, torn, & loved. Now, they are yours.

123 pages, Paperback

Published September 2, 2020

Reviews

[Shivani Manohar · Rating 5 out of 5]

Somewhere between frantically underlining lines and dog-earing pages lest I forget which lines moved me to my core, I fell completely in love with Brooke Yanaga’s ‘11:22 remember me as a time of day’. I was pleasantly surprised to find a catchy and engrossing rhyme scheme in her poems - something I struggle with every day in mine. Brooke writes with unmatched honesty and vulnerability and through her words, takes the reader on a journey from heartbreak to self-love. 11:22 is without a doubt a must-read for fans of simple and sophisticated poetry.

[lizzie ˚୨୧⋆｡˚ ⋆ · Rating 5 out of 5]

I'm a big fan of poetry in general, but I am generally picky with my poetry. luckily, this didn't present an issue with Brooke's collection.

She has a beautiful way with words, every poem feels like a new experience. You can tell that this is carefully curated, and though Brooke bleeds onto the page from her own experience it seems, it also feels uniquely your own. You find yourself in between the words, phrases, and pages. This is everything one should love about poetry, that is the stunning writing and vulnerability in this collection. sign me up to pick up all her future collections! I loved this!

My personal favorites are 'i hope to dance in it always', 'he always saw me naked, even when i was fully dressed', and 'leaving him pt.iii' 5/5.

[Samantha Nimmo · Rating 5 out of 5]

"11.22: remember me as a time of day" is a stunning collection of poetry that aims straight for the heart. B. Yanaga explores topics such as love, loss, heartbreak and self love and I was captivated from page 1. The author's writing will speak to anyone who has ever been in love or is learning to love themselves. Her writing is not only clever and well written but packed with emotion that jumps straight off the page. With stunning honesty and gorgeous imagery, "11:22" is a must for poetry lovers. I highlighted so many lines in this book and I am certain it is one I will return to again and again.

[Lilpoetryyy · Rating 5 out of 5]

11:22 remember me as a time of day is a magnificent poetry collection that holds your hand and hugs you tightly, like a warm blanket refusing you to be all alone out there, each section of this book talks about different aspects of life, love, heartbreak and longing in a way thats just so powerfully aching and familiar. 11:22 is about letting go of things while also accepting them as a part of this mere existence in an effortless and profound manner, and that's just something that keeps you wanting more of it, something that makes Brooke's words a great companion.

[Kay Harris · Rating 5 out of 5]

To say this book is my comfort read is putting it lightly. With every poem, Brooke finds a way to reach into the most wounded parts of you and remind them that it’s always possible to heal. Her writing is heartfelt and honest and full of light. I have read this book cover to cover multiple times and will probably continue to do so for some time. This poetry collection explores things we experience every day; love, heartbreak, self love and so much more in the most beautiful ways with stunning imagery, allowing the reader to connect with her and her words easily. 11:22: remember me as a time of day is so worth the read.

[Alicia Poling · Rating 5 out of 5]

This collection is full of vulnerable poetry that eloquently describes love, heartbreak, self love, guilt, and more. Brooke Yanaga does an excellent job of balancing harsh truths with sweet nothings. You're able to follow her thought process and emotional pathways because of her formatting. Yanaga's poetry is detailed enough to invoke specific feelings that accompany specific situations, but still is broad enough that any reader can connect to her work regardless of their life experiences. She is truly a beautiful writer and her work is such that it can be read and reread, uncovering new details each time. Whether you're looking to understand heartbreak, love, or how to forgive yourself and others, 11:22: remember me as a time of day will set you on the right path.

[Will · Rating 5 out of 5]

It is clear that b. yanaga poured her heart and soul into every poem in this collection. Her words are sure to resonate with everyone who reads them. Her words are powerful, beautiful, and strong. I cried many times reading her words and will do so every time I re-read them. Her hard work speaks to the world. You are sure to relate to something within this collection. I fell in love with this author and her work, and I am sure many more will do the same. I have never read more beautiful poetry and I would recommend this book to everyone.

[Amber Elizabeth · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book was so lovely and almost felt like a hug. I really related to the poems about getting over a heartbreak and learning to love again. I follow this poet on Instagram and I absolutely love all of her posts there so I knew I hate to buy this book! ❤️

[Lauren Poole · Rating 5 out of 5]

11:22: remember me as a time of day is a stunning collection exploring love, heartbreak, and healing. Yanaga is an expert in lines that punch you in the gut, and I always know I have truly loved a poetry collection when I have dog-eared so many pages to return to. I'm sure this is a collection I will read over and over - it's truly beautiful.