In the book, "Born Lilith in Cancer." We embark on a profound journey through time and spaces guided by
the raw poignant poetry of Nia Garrett, an Afro-Latina who dares to explore the depths of her
intergenerational trauma and the impacts of carrying a mother wound. This award-winning collection bears
witness to the resilient spirits of her ancestors, while simultaneously recognizing how these ancestors
imprinted on her DNA. These ancestors have carried her and the women before her through trials,
tribulations, triumphs and tributes.
Through the power of her words, Nia Garrett, weaves a tapestry of her ancestors' experiences and connects
her own, while capturing the legacy of pain and strength passed down from generation to generation. Each
poem serves as a vessel, carrying the stories of mothers, daughters, sisters and grandmother whose lives
have been shaped by an ancestral history steeped in struggle and resistance. Within these verses, readers
will find the raw emotions that arise from the interplays of intersectionality of Black Identity, race and
womanhood.
Reader's will encounter her narratives of inherited pains and her quest for healing, self-discovery and her resilience.
The poems explore themes of racism, discrimination, and inequality, while
shining a light on how these issues impacted her matriarchal line and inadvertently imprinted generational
mother wounds.
The language of "Born Lilith in Cancer," is both haunting and empowering, lacing each line with profound
truths and unfiltered emotions. The poet skillfully navigates the complexities of intergenerational trauma,
crafting verses that speak directly to the heart, urging readers to bear witness, connect and work through
their own shared experiences.
This collection of poetry pays homage to the many unsung stories that deserve to be heard. It honors the
grandmothers who carried the weight of the world on their shoulders, a mother who fought tirelessly for a
better future and the daughter who gives voice to the voiceless. A daughter who continues their legacy of
strength and resilience.
"Born Lilith in Cancer," is not just a book, it is a testament to the power of poetry as a tool for healing,
and transformation. It is an invitation to embark on an intimate exploration of the human spirit and the
indomitable force of BIPOC womanhood. Prepare to be moved, inspired and awakened as you dive into this
collection of poetry. "Born Lilith in Cancer," is a poetic masterpiece that illuminates the shadows of
intergenerational trauma and celebrates the enduring strength of BIPOC women and their resilience and
the journey of healing their mother wounds.
