LGBTQ+ Poetry
Date Published: September 12th 2023
Publisher: Just Breathe Jasmine
Witness a love that transcends societal norms, and immerse yourself in this poetic tale of love’s enduring power.
Unafraid and bare, as the autumn leaves fall over Brooklyn, a young woman discovers a love that was, is, and will be. Orange September gives us a peek into her heart as she navigates a budding union. Through lines brimming with passion, romance, and a few giggles, each word paints a vivid portrait of their love.
Excerpt
I Didn’t Fall in Love with You
I tell people in casual conversation that
I easily fell in love with you.
I didn’t.
It wasn’t falling.
It was smooth stone,
cool side of the pillow,
vociferous laughter with hints
of frankincense and myrrh.
It was amorous in abundance, and all we needed to do was
be present.
I didn’t fall in love with you.
It was a velvety ride to
luscious kisses, conversations about everything,
doing nasty things in unmentionable places.
It was floating tranquilly to unified grounding,
goal disclosure and bickering about the best
eatery on 14th.
It was us,
doing the easiest, most natural
thing we could do:
Love.
My thoughts
There is a line in “You Gon’ See” that struck so true to my personality that I laughed out loud:
“After our unofficial first date to the movies,
I already planned on eating your snacks
For the rest of my life.
This is just one line that hit my funny bone and there were plenty more that I identified with in Jasmine Farrell’s Orange September. The poetry isn’t fussy. The descriptions of love are relatable and ordinary. Sometimes love is like that and Farrell paints a simple but pretty picture of just simply being in love.
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About the Author
I have always embraced the power and beauty of words. From my early years as a bubbly and quiet church girl, I found solace and inspiration in writing. With a pen in hand and my late grandmother’s memo pad as my canvas, I began to weave stories and pour my heart into poetic expressions. Of course, back then it was toddler scribbles and my mother would nod along as I gave the best baby gibberish to relay my stories—anyway…
Poetry quickly became my niche, a medium through which I could explore the depths of my emotions and connect with others… As a devoted bookworm and a secret midnight snacker, I found myself immersed in the literary world, drawing inspiration from the world around me, music and poets I looked up to. The elders, who were solid storytellers, shaped my love for language and storytelling.
Throughout my journey, I have six poetry collections, each representing a chapter of my growth and self-expression. These collections have allowed me to share my unique perspective with readers, delving into themes of love, loss, de-conversion from Christianity, self-discovery, and the beauty of the human experience. Additionally, I recently published my debut novel, marking a significant milestone in my writing career. Still working on the second installment.
Amidst my literary path, I stumbled into re-self-discovery that led me to challenge and ultimately de-convert from Christianity. Graduating from a Christian college, I found the courage to question my beliefs and embrace a new path of authenticity and self-acceptance. This transformative experience revealed profound aspects of my identity, including my late blooming realization of being a lesbian, a revelation that holds immense significance for someone who grew up in a strict fundamentalist Christian background.
Today, I stand proud in my newfound self-awareness. Alongside my loving spouse, our delightful cat named Aubry (She’s the ruler of our home. She just lets us live with her. Which is nice and stuff), and a home filled with random kitchen twerks to various genres of music, I embrace the vibrant colors of life. As bland as it may sound to some, this represents a monumental shift from the constraints of my past, and I celebrate every aspect of my journey.
Outside of writing, I find joy in exploring the world through books, traveling to new destinations, cherishing moments with loved ones, and immersing myself in the magic of live theater (AKA a Broadway Heaux). These experiences fuel my creativity and shape the stories I tell.
With the upcoming release of my poetry collection, “Orange September,” in September of this year, I eagerly invite readers into a world mushy love and poetic romance. I am also actively engaged in other writing projects, constantly driven to explore new themes and genres, always seeking to captivate and inspire my audience. Growing. Learning. One page at a time, really.
Thank you for reading my about me page and stuff. I am grateful for the opportunity to share my poems, stories and word vomits with you, and I hope that my words touch your heart and ignite your own creative spirit.
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Published by: Just Breathe Jasmine, 978-1737946052, 12 September 2023
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Pages/Length: 86
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