Mule of the World

by Ayoka B

Overview

Mule of the World is the first in a series of poetry books. This inaugural title is written to women, especially Black women. The title is a reference from Zora Neal Hurston's And Their Eyes Were Watching God. Hurston refers to the Black woman as the "mule of the world" for the treatment and suffering that she withstands. This collection of poems is at times light and warm, other times it is sorrowful and contemplative yet always hopeful.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9798989732524
Publisher:	Joyinhome Publishing
Publication date:	07/15/2024
Pages:	40
Product dimensions:	5.00(w) x 8.00(h) x 0.08(d)

About the Author

Ayoka B. explores the themes of Womanhood, identity, love, loss and family through poetry, fiction and nonfiction. Her writing is vulnerable and honest which resonates with readers. Through her unique lens as a Black woman and DC native, Ayoka seeks to share the untold stories of mothers, sisters, daughters, friends and wives. Her goal is to help people gain clarity and insight into their lives. Her debut novel, Love At Second Sight was published in 2024. Her works in progress include three poetry collections to complete this series; a YA novel, Bluff; and a pocket book entitles, The Calor Chronicles.Ayoka has a professional background in public relations and strategic communications. She received a bachelor's degree in Communications from Temple University in Philadelphia, Pa. and a master's degree in Public Communication from American University in Washington, DC. Ayoka is a mother and lives with her family in Costa Rica.