A Poetic Journey Through Love, Loss, Healing, and Self-Reclamation Good Mourning is not just a collection of poems—it’s a raw, intimate exploration of what it means to ache, desire, release, and begin again. With hauntingly honest verse and vivid imagery, Brenda Baker guides you through the tangled terrain of lust, love, sorrow, emotional pain, enmeshment, separation, and personal transformation. Whether whispered in grief or exalted in bliss, each word pulses with visceral truth. This book is for anyone who has loved deeply, lost everything, and returned to themselves more whole than ever. ________________________________________ Praise for Good Mourning : “A poetic exploration of life’s richness and rawness… With language that is both lyrical and unflinchingly honest, Brenda captures moments that feel deeply personal yet universally relatable… a celebration of the quiet and loud parts of life—the ache of separation, the bliss of connection, and the strength of reclaiming oneself.” — Chris, Verified Amazon Reviewer “From the enigmatic wordplay of the title to the evocative imagery in the final stanza, Baker takes us on a poetic journey that weaves together sublime optimism, heartfelt pain, and erotic sensuality.” — Patrick, Verified Amazon Reviewer ________________________________________ For readers who long to feel seen, soothed, and stirred, Good Mourning is an offering of moments your heart has been waiting for. This poetry collection will stay with you—an echoing companion in the tender alcoves of your own story. Patrick 5.0 out of 5 stars Visceral, emotive, and intimately unguarded Reviewed in the United States on August 24, 2024 Verified Purchase From the enigmatic wordplay of the title to the evocative imagery in the final stanza, Baker takes us on a poetic journey that weaves together sublime optimism, heartfelt pain, and erotic sensuality. Her writing, both literal and metaphorical, graphically captures a life passionately lived and experiences viscerally recounted. Each passage paints a vivid image, elevated by reflective artwork, yet the restrained language invites readers to fill the spaces between with their own reflections. Good Mourning draws out deep, emotive, and intimately unguarded feelings from their quiet hiding places and welcomes them into the light. A true pleasure to behold. Rolland 5.0 out of 5 stars Fabulous Poetry Reviewed in the United States on November 17, 2024 Verified Purchase What a great book of poetry! Very well composed and thought provoking. I like the photos that accompany the poems. I've also enjoyed her children's picture books, Brenda is truly a talented author with depth and versatility. chris 5.0 out of 5 stars A Poetic Exploration of Life's Richness and Rawness Reviewed in the United States on December 11, 2024 "Good Mourning: A Collection of Aches and Ecstasy" is a stunning invitation to explore the beautifully tangled threads of life-lust, love, sorrow, and self-reclamation. With language that is both lyrical and unflinchingly honest, Brenda captures moments that feel deeply personal yet universally relatable. Each poem feels like stepping into a small, vivid scene-painted with carefully chosen words that linger long after you turn the page. The balance of intimacy and restraint allows readers to see their own stories reflected back, making the collection feel not only poetic but profoundly human. This book is a celebration of the quiet and loud parts of life-the ache of separation, the bliss of connection, and the strength of reclaiming oneself. For anyone seeking a heartfelt, transformative read, Good Mourning is the perfect companion. Brenda Baker is a children's book author, poet, and storyteller. A collector of sunsets and intangible moments, you can find her in the sunshine, on the lake, and in the kitchen. She lives in the PNW with her beautiful children.