Impact: Women Writing After Concussion

Impact is an anthology of 21 women writers who explore the effects of concussion on their personal and professional lives, offering compassion and empathy to those healing from trauma.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 304 pages
Publication date: 07 September 2021
Publisher: University of Alberta Press

In the captivating anthology titled "Impact," a profound exploration unfolds as 21 remarkable women writers delve into the profound effects of concussion on their personal and professional lives. This anthology serves as a testament to the arduous journey undertaken by these individuals as they navigate the intricate process of redefining their identity and reclaiming their creative practice after experiencing a traumatic event. Through their candid and often incomplete healing narratives, these women shed light on the magnitude of a disability that is often underestimated, overlooked, and trivialized, partly due to its elusive nature.

Impact extends a compassionate and empathetic embrace to all readers and families who are healing from concussion and other forms of trauma. The contributors to this anthology, a diverse group of talented writers, include Adèle Barclay, Jane Cawthorne, Tracy Wai de Boer, Stephanie Everett, Mary-Jo Fetterly, Rayanne Haines, Jane Harris, Kyla Jamieson, Alexis Kienlen, Claire Lacey, E. D. Morin, Julia Nunes, Shelley Pacholok, Chiedza Pasipanodya, Judy Rebick, Julie Sedivy, Dianah Smith, Carrie Snyder, Kinnie Starr, Amy Stuart, Anna Swanson, and many others.

This anthology is widely accessible through various channels, including Libro.fm, allowing a broader audience to engage with its powerful messages and gain insights into the lives of those affected by concussion.

Weight: 456g
Dimension: 152 x 227 x 22 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781772125818