Ali Lewis Libros

Hotel is a wonderful debut pamphlet from 2018 Eric Gregory award winning poet Ali Lewis. In short, intricate verse, his poems tackle the complexities of modern relationships and city living with great self-deprecation, not a little light-heartedness, and dashes of the surreal. But there is depth here too. In this connected century, with so many eyes on you, with so many opinions and agendas being made vocal, what is the best way to be, as a partner, a friend, a colleague And what will happen if you get it wrong The domestic lives large in these works, whether in rooms and halls offices or in the world beyond.Ali Lewi is a fresh new voice in poetry and is here for the long haul. Read, and youll see why.

The first book by writer and editor - and winner of an Eric Gregory Award - Ali Lewis.

Set against the backdrop of the Australian outback, the story follows Danny Dawson as he grapples with profound family changes following his brother's tragic death. The annual cattle muster, once a source of excitement, now feels overshadowed by grief and secrets. Danny's teenage sister is facing an unexpected pregnancy, while their mother struggles to manage the turmoil, bringing in an inexperienced English house girl to help. The novel explores themes of loss, family dynamics, and the challenges of adolescence amidst emotional upheaval.