Unknowable Things (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9798986109350)

a full-length poetry collection by Kerry Trautman.

Unknowable Things is a breathtaking collection of poetry by Kerry Trautman that explores the depths of the human experience with stark honesty and unflinching candor. Through evocative and powerful language, Trautman masterfully crafts the weight of human existence into poetry that is universal, self-reflective, and outright beautiful.

Each poem in this collection is a testament to Trautman's skill at pulling deeper meaning out of the everyday ordinary, and her words are written with a smooth, polished, and tender touch. From start to finish, Unknowable Things is seamless, with not a word wasted or misplaced.

This collection is perfect for readers who are looking for poetry that speaks to the human condition in a powerful and relatable way. Whether you are an avid reader of poetry or new to the genre, we hope that these words will resonate with you and leave a lasting impression on your heart. So take a moment to slow down and savor each verse, allowing the rhythm and imagery to transport you to a world of introspection and self-discovery. We hope you will find solace and inspiration in these pages, and that you will return to them again and again as you navigate your own journey through the mysteries of the human experience.

Ohio born and raised, Kerry Trautman is a founder of ToledoPoet.com and the "Toledo Poetry Museum" page on Facebook, which promote Northwest Ohio poetry. Her work has appeared in dozens of anthologies and journals, including Slippery Elm, Free State Review, Mock Turtle Zine, Paper & Ink, Disappointed Housewife, Limp Wrist, Midwestern Gothic, and Gasconade Review. Kerry's books are Things That Come in Boxes (King Craft Press 2012, ) To Have Hoped (Finishing Line Press 2015, ) Artifacts (NightBallet Press 2017, ) To be Nonchalantly Alive (Kelsay Books 2020, ) and Marilyn: Self-Portrait, Oil on Canvas (Gutter Snob Books 2022.)