Michiyo Fukaya, a Japanese-American lesbian poet and activist, was also a single mother of a mixed-race daughter, living on welfare, a survivor of childhood sexual abuse and adult sexual assault, and a woman of color in an all white environment. This collection portrays her life and that of a concerned lesbian community which was deeply affected by her presence. Edited by L. Shervington and Winner of Best of Small Press.
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The life and work of Michiyo Fukaya is passionate, violent and angry. Full of pain, grief and trauma, with moments of tenderness. They slice into my gut like a sharp blade straight to my viscera. She is indeed a woman of depth and tragedy. Refusing to be rendered silent and invisible, she moved from despair to determination. Ever vocal, even in death, Michiyo urges that we consider the price of our silence. I urge you to read her words, the legacy she left behind. --Kitty Tsui, author of Breathless
Michiyo's haunting, lyrical voice and the reflections of those who cared for her create a profoundly moving portrait, a testament to her struggle to find freedom in a society that, as a Japanese American lesbian, I see myself and others in Michiyo's life - her words are a revelation to anyone who has been outside and outcast. This book will touch your soul. --Helen Zia
Finally, the admirable work and life of Michiyo Fukaya is documented for the future generations of indomitable women of color who continue to struggle with living lives of emotional integrity and creative conviction. --Mi Ok Song Bruning, M.S.W.
Michiyo's haunting, lyrical voice and the reflections of those who cared for her create a profoundly moving portrait, a testament to her struggle to find freedom in a society that, as a Japanese American lesbian, I see myself and others in Michiyo's life - her words are a revelation to anyone who has been outside and outcast. This book will touch your soul. --Helen Zia
Finally, the admirable work and life of Michiyo Fukaya is documented for the future generations of indomitable women of color who continue to struggle with living lives of emotional integrity and creative conviction. --Mi Ok Song Bruning, M.S.W.
About the Author
Gwendolyn L. Shervington was born and raised in the South Bronx. She was a multicultural educator in Vermont for many years after graduating from the University of Vermont. She taught ESL in South Korea and Oakland, California before moving back East to be closer to family. Gwen currently takes care of her mother full-time in Vermont.
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