A genuinely vulnerable and transformational debut poetry collection from an original voice.Waxing and waning through the journey of self-discovery and self-love, seasoned blogger and activist Tayler Simon reveals the shadows and illumination explored in her personal journals since 2020. This collection contextualizes themes such as sensitivity as a burden, wrestling with depression and anxiety, suffering from perfectionism and projection, unlearning self-sacrifice, and questioning ...

Tayler Simon is an activist and organizer who has been working in different social movements since she was 18. After obtaining her Master's in Social Work and working within the violence prevention and outreach world for five years, she decided to take those skills outside of institutions and back to organic community.Reflecting on the roles of power, joy, despair, anger, and hope within the liberation movement, Black Madonna invites readers into an experience that sparks ...

Embark on a transformative journey into the world of self-publishing with "Writing Our Truths," a comprehensive guide crafted specifically for BIPOC writers ready to share their unique narratives with the world.Tayler Simon, a self-publishing book coach that specializes in working with BIPOC, queer, trans, and disabled writers, guides you through the process of harnessing your unique voice in order to spark change and connection in a wounded world.In a literary and academic...

In "Love and Other Forms of Heartbreak," poet Tayler Simon invites readers on a raw and poignant journey through the tangled landscapes of the heart. Through evocative verses that resonate with vulnerability and honesty, Simon explores the myriad shades of love and loss, from the ache of unrequited longing to the bittersweet embrace of self-discovery. Each poem serves as a cathartic exploration of the emotional terrain we traverse in pursuit of love, offering solace and solidarity to those...

Raise your glass to a powerful chorus of voices. Wine About It is a heartfelt anthology that brings together the poetry, short stories, and personal essays of Black women from across South Carolina. Through raw truth and radiant beauty, these contributors explore the deeply personal and powerful themes of healing, self-love, and self-acceptance.In these pages, you'll find stories of emotional, mental, and spiritual recovery—narratives that show what it means to rebuild from the ins...