Jonkel

Trauma Monsters: A Collection of Poetry (eBook, ePUB)

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

(Eccentrich @Be.Eccentrich.Inc) "When Jon told me he was writing a book, I knew it would be filled with incredible poems that told amazing stories about a tough childhood deserving of redemption, so I was excited to read it."

(Jacob Mayberry @BlackChakra88) "Everyday I gain more respect for JonKeL. He's someone that's worked for his national ranking. He's someone that consistently works for how good he is in poetry."

(Nick Fury @NickFuryThePoet) "Since JonKeL has been mentoring me, I've grown as an artist significantly. He provided a space for me to share, give me feedback that was more nuanced, and challenged me to explore my vulnerabilities through my writing. He always encourages me to find my most authentic voice."

The author invites readers to enter his world through powerful poetry. Trauma Monsters: A Collection of Poetry contains 23 dynamic poems that also includes additional information about each piece. This will provide more insight on the author's creative process and the monsters he's been trying to put to rest. We are often haunted by our past traumas, and sometimes the healthiest coping comes in the form of poetic expression.

Jonathan David Kelly, better known as JonKeL, is a South Florida actor, writer, and creative director. His artistic journey began as a child, winning essay and poetry contests in grade school. Inspired by his father who was also a poet, he connected with this genre of writing for its healing properties, after journaling turned into therapy. It became the healthy, creative outlet he needed to deal with life's struggles. Writing about subjects most youth are too young to process, like domestic violence and drug abuse, creative expression was his first remedy for dealing with the pain.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: JonKeL
• Erscheinungstermin: 18. Juni 2023
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9798215607046
• Artikelnr.: 67756394

Autorenporträt

The seeds of my artistic journey were planted when I was just 7 years old. Poetry became my refuge, an outlet for emotions I couldn't yet articulate. Growing up amid my parents' struggles with addiction and the chaos of domestic violence, I turned to writing as a source of solace. When arguments erupted or gunshots rang through my Miami neighborhood, I instinctively reached for a pencil and paper, pouring my feelings into poetry. Little did I know, this creative practice would become my lifelong therapy.

As I entered my teenage years, life grew even more challenging. Homeless at one point, I found relief not only in writing but also in the performing arts. Miami Northwestern's PAVAC magnet program introduced me to theater, and with the guidance of my teacher and mentor, Ms. Charlotte Seward, I found another means of healing. Her maternal influence shaped my growth, both as an artist and as a person.

At 14, I began working to support myself and, later, my younger brother when my mother was incarcerated. Stability came through my grandmother, who took us in, as my father's addiction left him unable to care for us. By 16, I joined an after-school program as a peer educator, using the arts to bridge understanding and connect with my peersa role that profoundly influenced my sense of purpose.

After a brief stint in the Army that ended due to an injury, I turned to nonprofit work, dedicating 25 years to empowering others. Today, I mentor youth in the same program that shaped my teenage years, guiding them to use the arts as a force for change. As Creative Director of Be Eccentrich Inc., I champion creative expression to enrich communities, often working in prisons and classrooms to fulfill my mission.

While poetry remains my foundation, my work spans many forms of artistic expression. Since 2016, I've competed in national poetry slams, earning top placements at events like the Exit 36 Festival and Blackberry Peach Festival.

My greatest pride lies in creating work that uplifts and inspires. Art is my way of processing life and encouraging others to do the same. Beyond entertainment, I aim to spark conversations and offer perspectives that challenge and unite.