Book Launch

Saturday, November 2, 2024

Ginjan Cafe
85 E 125th St, New York, NY 10035

Join us in celebrating the launch of
Face Me I Face You
by Oyindamola Shoola
Co-founder & CEO of Sprinng
Editor & Programs Director at Poetry Journal

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Limited seats available.

WHERE TO GET A COPY
Order E-book via Selar
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via Roving Heights Bookstore or Space Bookhub
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Winner of the Kermit Moyer Prize for Craft in Lyrical Writing
- American University, 2024 -

Face Me I Face You is a collection of witty and humorous poems at the interface of identity, class, and culture. It holds a mirror to the working class by capturing the narrative essence and dramatized aspirations of its characters. The humor and satire deployed humanize our modern realities and reach beyond the tragedy of these colorful archetypes of city life.

ABOUT FACE ME I FACE YOU

Winner of the Kermit Moyer Prize for Craft in Lyrical Writing

Oyindamola cleverly exploits this reality in short but punchy laugh-out-loud poems that use wit and humor to tell profound stories about her vibrant and memorable characters.
- Dami Ajayi -

A Satirical Trilogy

PALAVA

Palava explores the family dynamics across two generations from the perspective of an unnamed character who witnesses the unfolding drama.

FACE ME I FACE YOU

Face Me I Face You presents the interconnection of neighbors and their lives through the perspective of the unnamed narrator from Palava, who moves out of her mother’s house.

WATER & GARRI

Water & Garri is about the romantic bond between the soon-identified narrator and her lover.

They loved the book...

  • Oyindamola did a great one mixing the lives of different characters to drive home a point while buttering it up with humor. This was an easy and pleasurable read, and I would recommend it to anyone trying to spice up their reading with some good humor, all wrapped up in poetry.

    Gift A. (Review on Selar)

  • Face Me I Face You is different from what the author has written in the past but doesn’t take away from her ingenuity. It’s soft. The language is playful. The writing is easy and comical yet still highlighting common themes in our community. It’s such an easy read, and I’m glad to add it to the books I’ve read this year.

    Aisha A. (Review on Selar)

  • Witty poetry holds a special place in my head and heart, so this was a really easy read. Face Me l Face You hits with a mix of hilarity and nostalgia - there's no way it won't have you nodding, laughing, and reminiscing - and aptly captures the chaos of shared living. It is a pleasant read, filled with characters we all know too well.

    Ifeyinwa C. (Review on Selar)

  • I enjoyed this book so much. Face Me I Face You is a collection of poems and, I dare say short stories that completely engulf you from start to finish. The art is so pretty and it helps readers reach peak imagination. I enjoyed the humor so much and it is my favorite part of the book. The book is so funny that I caught myself laughing at almost every page. I also love how this book highlights reality and the everyday life of Nigerians. Its brilliance is impeccable and the choice of words to form sentences is interesting.

    Ernestine O. (Review on Selar)

  • This book is non-intimidating, short, witty, and easy to comprehend and enjoy. It is hard not to finish this book in a setting because each poem excites you to want to read the next and the next until you are done. This is the book that will get you out of any reading slump. Oyindamola’s writing is very descriptive, detailed and entertaining that even if you don’t like poetry or think it to be boring, this book will change your mind.

    Dr. Udochi (Review on Selar)

  • I used to think that I didn't like poetry or that poetry was too difficult to understand, but reading this book makes me feel like I've missed out on potential books that I would have enjoyed. It is easy to read and hilarious, too. It makes me excited to see books that tell our human stories intentionally and in a relatable way. The playlist was also a hit companion to enjoy the book. It's a very non-exclusive book and anyone can enjoy it. This is the best poetry book I have ever come across. Well written, Oyindamola!

    Abigail S. (Review on Amazon)