Aaron Kent Livres

The collection presents a vibrant tapestry of poetic devices, blending familial warmth with whimsical absurdity. It features a rich array of culinary imagery and playful humor, all while reflecting on themes of attachment and nostalgia. The poems navigate personal and universal experiences, often sidestepping contemporary political issues. With a distinctive narrative style, the work balances profound insights with lighthearted moments, offering a unique exploration of life’s complexities through imaginative language and striking imagery.

Exploring the diverse poetics of Aaron Kent, this collection features 10 published and 2 unpublished pamphlets that highlight his experimental, lyrical, and political styles. Renowned poet JH Prynne's description of Kent's work as 'unicorn flavoured' underscores its unique and imaginative qualities, making this anthology a significant contribution to contemporary working-class literature.

Exploring the tumultuous journey of a troubled adolescent, this long poem captures the raw, unfiltered voice of a working-class Cornish poet. Through vivid, manic hallucinations, the protagonist transitions from writing insincere love letters to men to invoking the haunting imagery of Dylan Thomas. The narrative culminates in a profound transformation, reflecting on themes of trauma and mortality. With its compelling style, "The Rise of" offers essential insights into the human experience, emphasizing the irreversible impact of loss.

Exploring the intersection of personal struggle and musical influence, Aaron Kent's narrative delves into his life shaped by The Glorious Sundays' discography. He candidly recounts his experiences with abuse, violence, and mental health challenges, intertwining these themes with the band's impact on his journey. The book emphasizes the healing power of love and therapy, offering a raw and emotional reflection on both his life and the music that has defined it.

Exploring a wide range of themes such as the class system, Edgar Allen Poe, and the nature of poetry, this collection features six sections of six poems each by Aaron Kent and Stuart McPherson. The poets weave an eclectic tapestry of ideas that reflect both specific experiences and universal truths, offering an honest and uncompromising portrayal of modern existence. This work is crafted for readers seeking fearless poetry that resonates long after reading, igniting contemplation and emotional engagement.

Crossing Lines features a variety of poets writing about immigration, it shows how the physical and metaphorical borders of civilisation have shifted over time and how some persist. The most powerful sentiment in Crossing Lines is one of community, it is an anthology which takes delight in the shared complexity of human experience, celebrating what makes us who we are, gathered together in the welcoming arms of poetry.

Dream Latin is an anthology which allows the subconscious to be a vehicle for reflection, not just of who we are, but also of who we might be. Here, in poetry, stories and essay, the unconscious is revealed as a place of fear, a place of hope, a place of longing, and a place of freedom. Contributors: Andre Bagoo, Naji Bakhti, Matthew Francis, Gavin Goodwin, Steven Hastings, Kit Ingram, Aaron Kent, Alex Mazey, Stuart McPherson, Yousif M. Qasmiyeh, Martha Sprackland, and Jacqueline Yallop.

The Working Classic is a collection of poetry, interviews, and essays with Aaron Kent. These diverse texts attempt to showcase how a gentrified creative industry routinely ignores working class voices unless that voice is an act of appropriation by a middle or upper class individual.