First name Barbie last name Doll by Maureen Bocka

Hello my fellow bookworms!

(c) Maureen Bocka, 2016

I would like to feature a poetry book this month, as I am super excited for the Barbie movie that is set to come out later this summer - First name Barbie last name Doll by Maureen Bocka. I was very curious to read this short book once I heard about it from the author herself! 

A short collection of 25 poems, each poem features some aspect of Barbie and her universe. Each poem weaves a story that flows throughout the collection. I enjoyed reading each poem and quickly devoured the book in less than an hour. A must read for those who enjoy Barbie, as well as for those who are looking for something good to read to celebrate Pride month this June (or anytime of the year, quite honestly)! 

I hope to read more poetry from Ms. Bocka in the upcoming years! If you cannot find her book at your local library (request for it to be purchased!), you can find it here on Amazon.

About the Author: Maureen Bocka

Maureen Bocka is a recent graduate of University of Illinois Springfield. She has previously served as assistant managing editor of The Alchemist Review and Uproot Magazine. This is her first collection of poetry.