The book’s diaristic nature makes listening to it even more powerful, as Vuong chronicles the shocking, complicated grief following his mother’s death and considers weighty, fascinating themes like diaspora and immigration. Time Is a Mother, Ocean Vuong’s fourth published collection, has already gained recognition for being the beloved poet’s most intimate and emotional release yet. Unraveling is the perfect collection to listen to when starting or ending your day, as its poignant poems reflect on self-love, meditation, and compassion. The audiobook edition of Unraveling makes it easier and more enjoyable to indulge in Leake’s craft, with each poem serving as its own high-energy performance.

Gain a deeper appreciation for some of the recent and most striking poetry releases by downloading them to listen to as part of your daily routine.īrandon Leake became the first spoken word poet to win America’s Got Talent, catapulting spoken word to a larger, national stage. Plus, a poet’s words often hit harder when read in their own voice, a special experience that these audiobooks offer. After all, poetry is known for its sense of rhythm, sound play, and experimentation with different types of rhyme, all of which rely on poems being read aloud. What defines Brandon is his faith in Christ, his role as a father, husband, and relative and his immense passion for Spoken Word.June marks National Audiobook Month, and poetry stands out as the perfect genre to help you celebrate. He is the winner of Season 15 of America's got Talent. Since then Brandon has traveled the world as a speaker, educator, and artist.

There he started his non-profit entitled 'Called To Move - CTM' as an artistry collective with the hopes of encouraging people to seek self actualization through art. He attended Edison High School, and then moved on to Simpson University in Redding, Ca receiving a degree in Psychology. Universally relatable, surprisingly educational, and all around powerful, Unraveling is a collection of poetry inspiring us to slow down, breathe, and read between the lines.īrandon Leake is a Stockton, CA, native, born and raised to a single mother, Carla Gibson-Leake. On the flip side, he encourages readers to look at something evil, and yet still see the beauty it holds. Throughout his collection, Leake asks readers to look at something beautiful, yet still see its flaws. In an era of self love, the ability to love oneself is only as effective as the ability to know oneself. Brandon is the first spoken word poet to compete on AGT and to receive the Golden Buzzer award in the first round, going on to win the entire competition!įrom famous spoken word poet, artistic educator, and founder/CEO of 'Called to Move' Brandon Leake comes his debut poetry collection Unraveling.

Season 15 winner of America's Got Talent, Brandon Leake, presents his debut poetry collection.

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