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I'll Be Your Manic Anxiety Queen: Poems
A poetry collection exploring mental illness, relationships, and societal expectations from two-time Goodreads Choice Award-nominated author, J.R. Rogue.
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J.R. Rogue
60 books851 followersJ.R. Rogue first put pen to paper at the age of fifteen after developing an unrequited high school crush and has never stopped writing about heartache. She has published multiple volumes of poetry and novels. Her work has been recognized with three Goodreads Choice Awards nominations, a testament to the impact of her work on readers.
In addition to her writing, J.R. Rogue is a certified yoga teacher with additional certification in Yoga Nidra and Trauma-Informed Yoga. She is passionate about mindfulness and meditation, and currently studying Foundations in Meditation. Furthermore, J.R. Rogue has been sober from alcohol since January 1st, 2020, a personal achievement that she is proud of and that has strengthened her commitment to mindfulness and wellness.
J.R. Rogue resides in a small town in the Midwest with her family, where she enjoys a peaceful life reading and telling stories
In addition to her writing, J.R. Rogue is a certified yoga teacher with additional certification in Yoga Nidra and Trauma-Informed Yoga. She is passionate about mindfulness and meditation, and currently studying Foundations in Meditation. Furthermore, J.R. Rogue has been sober from alcohol since January 1st, 2020, a personal achievement that she is proud of and that has strengthened her commitment to mindfulness and wellness.
J.R. Rogue resides in a small town in the Midwest with her family, where she enjoys a peaceful life reading and telling stories
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November 22, 2022
you know I will war with myself
if it means keeping you
This author just keeps getting better. Along with Le Chant Des Sirènes this is probably my favorite collection from her.
everything I didn´t know I needed
lives in the body of you
your light does not dim,
it takes all of me in
July 21, 2022
“I’ll be your Manic Anxiety Queen: Poems” by J.R. Rogue
4⭐️/5⭐️
Thank you to Book Sprout and J.R. Rogue for providing an ARC, here is my honest review:
“I’ll be your Manic Anxiety Queen: Poems” is a collection of short poems, ranging from expressions of fear, sadness, joy, and hope. What I love about this book is that if anyone were to read it, they would undoubtedly find a poem to identify with. While the title initially made me think the book would only be ‘sad girl’ poems (which I love; I was a big Sylvia Plath fan in high school), I was pleasantly surprised by the amount of joy found in several poems. For instance, the poem “The Sound of Peace” is a short poem which expresses love and affection for someone, and the simple joy they receive in watching them sleep peacefully. There are other poems that have the ability to cut deep, and have really resonated with me. The poem “They Don’t Know Us” was hands down my favorite in the book; when I read it I immediately felt a connection.
The book itself feels like a culmination of feelings curated over the past two years. All of the tumultuous events happening all over the world have caused so many people to confront feelings that they have otherwise pushed aside. I found the poems to be quite approachable, especially for someone like me who doesn’t read very much poetry; it’s been many years since I last read a poetry book. Overall, I think so many people, not just women, will resonate with this book and the poems written by J.R. Rogue.
4⭐️/5⭐️
Thank you to Book Sprout and J.R. Rogue for providing an ARC, here is my honest review:
“I’ll be your Manic Anxiety Queen: Poems” is a collection of short poems, ranging from expressions of fear, sadness, joy, and hope. What I love about this book is that if anyone were to read it, they would undoubtedly find a poem to identify with. While the title initially made me think the book would only be ‘sad girl’ poems (which I love; I was a big Sylvia Plath fan in high school), I was pleasantly surprised by the amount of joy found in several poems. For instance, the poem “The Sound of Peace” is a short poem which expresses love and affection for someone, and the simple joy they receive in watching them sleep peacefully. There are other poems that have the ability to cut deep, and have really resonated with me. The poem “They Don’t Know Us” was hands down my favorite in the book; when I read it I immediately felt a connection.
The book itself feels like a culmination of feelings curated over the past two years. All of the tumultuous events happening all over the world have caused so many people to confront feelings that they have otherwise pushed aside. I found the poems to be quite approachable, especially for someone like me who doesn’t read very much poetry; it’s been many years since I last read a poetry book. Overall, I think so many people, not just women, will resonate with this book and the poems written by J.R. Rogue.
June 26, 2022
Have you ever had a moment where it felt like all the air was knocked out of your body and that deep breath filled you with new life?
That's how this collection felt.
"My poet's tongue
will speak this violent chill
this ice inside,
this yawn of dawn
it cannot thaw"
Each poem, felt like an intimate connection, some making me cry, some trudging up emotions long forgotten. Its been a while since poetry felt like a gut punch to me, but this one hit me right in the feels. The words were so carefully and beautifully crafted that I wanted to take them in slowly, to really feel the impact of the poems. I highly recommend doing this. Rogue will always have this way with crafting her words, she makes the reader feel as if they are part of the poems, as if each poem was written about a time in their lives. This collection was both beautiful and painful to read.
That's how this collection felt.
"My poet's tongue
will speak this violent chill
this ice inside,
this yawn of dawn
it cannot thaw"
Each poem, felt like an intimate connection, some making me cry, some trudging up emotions long forgotten. Its been a while since poetry felt like a gut punch to me, but this one hit me right in the feels. The words were so carefully and beautifully crafted that I wanted to take them in slowly, to really feel the impact of the poems. I highly recommend doing this. Rogue will always have this way with crafting her words, she makes the reader feel as if they are part of the poems, as if each poem was written about a time in their lives. This collection was both beautiful and painful to read.
July 21, 2022
This collection of poetry is raw and unfiltered, it not only speaks of the struggles one has with their mind but also the illusion of everything is fine.
‘When the medicine dries up,
who do I become
when nothing
can hide this rattle
in my marrow?’
J. R. Rogue has managed to remind people that they are not alone, they are not the only ones living with a manic mind. I am so glad I had the chance to read this collection that feels like someone had taken a silent stroll through my mind, and pulled out what was hidden deep inside.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
‘When the medicine dries up,
who do I become
when nothing
can hide this rattle
in my marrow?’
J. R. Rogue has managed to remind people that they are not alone, they are not the only ones living with a manic mind. I am so glad I had the chance to read this collection that feels like someone had taken a silent stroll through my mind, and pulled out what was hidden deep inside.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
June 29, 2022
As someone who personally suffers through anxiety and depression; i can say that the readings which are found in this novel are thought provoking, and will hit a tender place inside you when you see yourself reflecting back from the pages.
July 8, 2022
JR Rogue’s latest collection of poems is like a dissection of the heart. Each poem feels like emotions we keep to ourselves for the sake of everyone else. But something about reading her words brings comfort - they are good company.
I can’t wait for my physical copy so I can reread and notate wildly!
I can’t wait for my physical copy so I can reread and notate wildly!
July 9, 2022
It’s like looking in the mirror and having a conversation with yourself and knowing you are not alone.
I could not stop thinking that as I read the words. It’s raw emotions that will hit us all as we turn the pages.
Once again J.R. Rogue gives us everything - healing, forgiveness and understanding. It’s is brilliant. And you will feel stronger after reading.
I could not stop thinking that as I read the words. It’s raw emotions that will hit us all as we turn the pages.
Once again J.R. Rogue gives us everything - healing, forgiveness and understanding. It’s is brilliant. And you will feel stronger after reading.
July 23, 2022
Jen, as always, taps into the female psyche and pours all her thoughts, emotions and feelings onto the page; in a way to let the reader know you’re not alone in feeling the way you do.
One after the other, these poems connect at different times to different people going through their tough, challenging and difficult periods of life.
I adore the way the poems resonate with me afterwards. They make me stop, think and reflect. They’re a meditation and a way of seeing in those moments of darkness.
One after the other, these poems connect at different times to different people going through their tough, challenging and difficult periods of life.
I adore the way the poems resonate with me afterwards. They make me stop, think and reflect. They’re a meditation and a way of seeing in those moments of darkness.
July 23, 2020
Absolutely powerful
This collection is beautiful and raw. And i absolutely love the idea of it. Rogue is masterfully writing our worst fears and making them beautiful.
My heart breaks for many of the confession contributors. My heart breaks for all of us i n these terrifying times.
This collection is beautiful and raw. And i absolutely love the idea of it. Rogue is masterfully writing our worst fears and making them beautiful.
My heart breaks for many of the confession contributors. My heart breaks for all of us i n these terrifying times.
July 24, 2020
JR Rogue was gifted the ability to translate emotions into words on the page and thankfully, she shares them with us. Viral is just another weapon in her arsenal of written words. Every poem more raw than the next, connecting personally even though I am a stranger. I just love her work! Breathtakingly beautiful.
August 24, 2020
for the new normal
I love how Rogue can take this tragedy and place words to it to make us all feel United as one. We are all struggling with this virus and we are all in this together. There were several poems in this collection that struck deep. The raw emotion this collection reveals is one that we can all relate to.
I love how Rogue can take this tragedy and place words to it to make us all feel United as one. We are all struggling with this virus and we are all in this together. There were several poems in this collection that struck deep. The raw emotion this collection reveals is one that we can all relate to.
July 27, 2022
'I'll Be Your Manic Anxiety Queen' is a fantastic collection of powerful poems that are raw with emotion. It reads almost like a conversation to one describing the loneliness, and heartaches. It's a collection that will uplift your spirits and give you a sense of being stronger in tumultuous times.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
July 6, 2022
Another powerful collection of poetry from JR Rogue. It touches on loneliness, break ups, etc. reading this collection reveals the turmoil we go through. How things are not ok and that is ok. We will get though this.
Received this in exchange for an honest review.
Received this in exchange for an honest review.
July 16, 2022
I have had anxiety and manic depression for a long as I can remember and in these poems it's as if J. R. Rogue has reached into my soul, my heart and my mind and turned it into poetry. I felt each and every one of these poems so deeply.
July 24, 2022
Raw emotions that will get you deep down. Touches on sensitive subjects and helps you see yourself in a different way.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
March 3, 2023
I love how J. R. Rogue really puts how you feel into words and it’s absolutely heartfelt and beautiful. You can really feel the full range of emotions in every word.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
May 24, 2023
3 ⭐️ "how many seasons of this life do I have to live until I am nothing more than a caricature of my former self"
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