Erica Stretton has reviewed Poetry New Zealand Yearbook 2022, edited by Tracey Slaughter, for Kete.
‘The Poetry New Zealand Yearbook 2022 is a substantial volume, containing treasures from prominent poets such as David Eggleton, Victor Billot, Janet Newman, Jordan Hamel, essa may ranapiri, Elizabeth Morton and Vaughan Rapatahana alongside many exceptional poets I had not encountered previously. Four thoughtful essays balance the many reviews and poems and this edition’s featured poet, Wes Lee, shows the reader many worlds nestled in her 21 pieces.
But no breakdown of the contents in this manner prepares you for the thought, beauty and disruption within the pages.’
Read the full review here.
