Lather Your Wound In Salt & Lime

Lather Your Wound In Salt & Lime is a vulnerable collection, it references thoughts considered dangerous, strange, or insane, when in fact these thoughts are the rigid truth of adolescence. "This collection expresses a feverish need to capture the inexplicable, to make sense of the inner turmoil that shapes our darkest thoughts. [Lather Your Wound In Salt & Lime] is deeply introspective, it ruminates on our innate desire for human connection, 'for the lucrative touch of others' a poignant and reflective statement befitting our time" - Lang Leav, 2021.

This collection fits into a New Zealand context with reference to naturalistic landscape which becomes the foundation of my poems. Te ao Māori is explored in this way, acknowledging Papatūānuku and Ranginui as an integral part of New Zealand literature and spirituality. This collection appeals to a general audience through ornate prose alongside modern-day ideals and political reforms. This collection leads with the same conviction and exploration seen in recognised New Zealand poets. This collection dissects the healing of physical and emotional wounds by exploring the barriers of growing up. This debut collection chronicles my experience of longing and loneliness in a complex and consuming society. This idea is transferable to almost every reader, with a chance to find commonality and share the conversation.