{"product_id":"adult-night-at-skate-world-9781950539628","title":"Adult Night at Skate World","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003eThe poems in Adult Night at Skate World explore the glitter in the gravel, revealing heartbreak and moments of transcendence in the seemingly mundane. They invite laughter, compassion, and awe instead of scorn and dismissal. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Paperback \/ softback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 12 August 2022\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Dzanc Books\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe poems in Adult Night at Skate World delve into the depths of human experience, uncovering the glitter amidst the gravel. They explore the complexities of heartbreak and moments of transcendence in the seemingly mundane aspects of life. These songs are a testament to the anti-poetic, often overlooked and underestimated voices that populate our world. From Craigslist Missed Connections to the experiences of middle-aged roller rink attendees, these poems celebrate the underdog and embrace the humor and compassion that can be found even in the most unlikely places.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRather than scorn or dismissal, these poems invite us to laugh and feel empathy for the characters portrayed. They challenge our preconceptions and evoke a sense of awe at the human condition. Through their vivid imagery and clever wordplay, the poems transport us to a world where the ordinary becomes extraordinary and the mundane reveals hidden depths of emotion and meaning.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn conclusion, Adult Night at Skate World is a collection of poems that celebrate the overlooked and underestimated aspects of life. With their humor, compassion, and awe-inspiring imagery, these poems invite us to see the world in a new light and recognize the beauty and complexity of the human experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9781950539628\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Christina Kallery","offers":[{"title":"Paperback \/ softback","offer_id":44098746286330,"sku":"9781950539628","price":8.71,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/1660923149741_book.jpg?v=1661253015","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/adult-night-at-skate-world-9781950539628","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}