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In this conversation, Annalouiza, Sarah Sawyer, and Gus Reid explore the profound themes of grief, death, and the healing power of poetry. They discuss Andi's posthumously published poetry collection, which candidly addresses end-of-life issues and the complexities of grief. The dialogue explores personal experiences with death, the impact of Andy's work on readers, and the significance of open conversations about mortality. Through readings of Andi's poems, the group reflects on the nuances of grief, the role of humor, and the societal challenges of coping with loss. The conversation highlights the importance of emotional expression and connection in the face of death, ultimately celebrating Andi's writing as a source of comfort and understanding for those navigating their own grief journeys.

Links:

ToSeeYourselfAsYouVanish.com
Book- Amazon Link: https://a.co/d/ag24mhn
Wesleyan Link: https://www.weslpress.org/9780819502070/to-see-yourself-as-you-vanish/
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Article on the cancerletter site about Andi, written by Gus:

The discount code (QWR35) is for 35% off (Hardback, Ebook, or both!) versions of To See Yourself As You Vanish. (click the Wesleyan link above). Preorders help with the algorithms, so if people order before Sept 9th, that's great for us, but honestly, all orders are great for us! We just want Andi's work in the hands of the readers.

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