Gwen Benaway Books

"day/break, poet Gwen Benaway's fourth collection of work, explores the everyday poetics of the trans feminine body. Through intimate experiences and conceptualizations of trans life, day/break asks what it means to be a trans woman, both within the text and out in the physical world. Shifting between theory and poetry, Benaway questions how gender, sexuality, and love intersect with the violence and transmisogyny of the nation state and established literary institutions. In beautiful lyric verse, day/break reveals the often-unseen other worlds of trans life, where body, self, and sex are transformed, becoming more than fixed binary locations."-- Provided by publisher

This award-winning poetry collection explores profound themes of identity, belonging, and the human experience. The poet's unique voice and vivid imagery invite readers to reflect on personal and collective narratives, weaving together emotions and insights that resonate deeply. The work stands out for its innovative use of language and form, making it a significant contribution to contemporary literature.