Small Cures

Small Cures is at once a compelling reminder to anyone struggling with heartbreak, mental health, or trauma, that they are not alone; an inspirational manual on how to survive; and a stirring call to arms for self-love. This unique volume brings together 150 poems into one seamless narrative based on the different stages of an “illness”—diagnosis, treatment, and recovery. Through words that are as breathtakingly sparse and raw as they are honest and memorable, Hicks-Wilson’s soothing and soulful voice serves as the gentle guide to self-healing we all need.

darling,

you feel heavy

because you are

too full of truth.

open your mouth more.

let the truth exist

somewhere other than

inside your body.

©2021 Della Hicks-Wilson (P)2021 Andrews McMeel Publishing