Poetic People Power - by Tara Bracco (Paperback)

Book Synopsis

For 20 years, the New York City-based spoken word group Poetic People Power has creatively explored social and political topics, offering insights and solutions to issues that affect our everyday lives and the world around us. This debut anthology invites readers to explore three of their shows about environmental heroes, women's voices, and human rights abuses.

Review Quotes

WINNER, Poetry: Anthology, International Book Awards (2024)

FINALIST, Performing Arts, National Indie Excellence Awards (2024)

FINALIST, Poetry, Feathered Quill Book Awards (2025)

"Bold! Unflinching activism poetry. Resonant call to action! A heroic first collection."

-Publishers Weekly's BookLife

"A rousing triptych of poetry as a weapon against apathy, ignorance, and inaction."

-Kirkus Reviews

"This anthology is not just a book; it's an exclusive and invaluable collector's item, a treasure for fans of spoken word and social justice...Each page will inspire and empower you to affect the world positively."

-Midwest Book Review

"The skilled craftsmanship and emotional heft of these works serve as potent reminders of spoken word's transformative potential."

-Daniel Gallant, arts consultant, founder of Litocrat, former executive director at the Nuyorican Poets Cafe

"This book is a revolution unto itself."

-Chantal Bilodeau, playwright, founding artistic director of Arts & Climate Initiative

"The poets in this book use art to guide our understanding of what could be, and entrusting us with a call to action."

-Elena Martínez, folklorist at City Lore, co-artistic director at Bronx Music Heritage Center

"A testament to how poetry can anchor a calling, a movement."

-Deonna Kelli Sayed, writer & performer, chapter leader, PEN America North Carolina Piedmont Region

"This book inspires me to deeply affirm that goodness will ultimately prevail."

-Meredith Porte, media producer, board member, The Peace Studio

"This collection of imagery, metaphor and commitment to peace is a must read for thinking people. It reassures possibilities are endless."

-reg e gaines, poet & Tony Award-nominated playwright, artistic director, Downtown Urban Arts Festival