Helium: Alternate Cover Limited Edition

by Rudy Francisco

Alternate Cover Limited Edition!

Helium is the debut poetry collection by internet phenom Rudy Francisco, whose work has defined poetry for a generation of new readers. Rudy's poems and quotes have been viewed and shared millions of times as he has traveled the country and the world performing for sell-out crowds. Helium is filled with work that is simultaneously personal and political, blending love poems, self-reflection, and biting cultural critique on class, race and gender into an unforgettable whole. Ultimately, Rudy's work rises above the chaos to offer a fresh and positive perspective of shared humanity and beauty.

Genres: Poetry

112 pages, Paperback

Published July 27, 2021

About the author

Rudy Francisco was born and raised in San Diego, California. At the age of 21, Rudy completed his B.A in Psychology and decided to continue his education by pursuing a MA in Organizational Leadership. As an artist, Rudy Francisco combines activism and poetry to enlighten the minds of those who witness his performance. Rudy eloquently absorbs the experiences of those around him, synthesizes them and converts their stories into poetry. Furthermore, Rudy has made conscious efforts to cultivate young poets and expose the youth to the genre of Spoken Word Poetry through workshops and performances at schools and community centers. Rudy has also received admiration from institutions of higher education. He has conducted guest lectures and performances at numerous colleges and universities around the nation.

In addition to his contributions to education, Rudy Francisco is also the co-host of the largest poetry venue in San Diego and has featured at countless venues and won the hearts of many with the honesty and conviction held in his words. Ultimately, Rudy's goal is to continue to assist others in harnessing their creativity while cultivating his own. Rudy Francisco is the 2009 National Underground Poetry Slam Champion, the 2010 San Diego Grand Slam Champion, the 2010 San Francisco Grand Slam Champion and the 2010 Individual World Poetry Slam Champion.

Reviews

[Hunter Vance · Rating 5 out of 5]

Love this book! It’s very relatable with ourselves and the world we live in. 💙

[Armida D'Angelo · Rating 5 out of 5]

It’s hard to find poets whose poetry check the boxes of everything I’m looking for, but this book was much, much more than I ever thought it would be.

All of the poetic conventions are there, one of the most important parts for me. In a world where poetry sounds less and less like poetry, this book sounds exactly how it’s supposed to, not only utilizing poetic conventions, but also the tools needed to make people feel what is being said.

This is my favorite collection of any poet’s that I’d read in a while. I’m going to have to read more of Francisco’s work. I’m hooked!

[Aquila · Rating 5 out of 5]

Always inspiring and insightful. I adore the way Rudy sees the world and shows us through his eyes.

[Estephanya · Rating 5 out of 5]

Favorite poet...he just feeds my soul. If you like romance or feel things deeply, check him out.