A Woman’s Work is an evocative memoir in the form of a free-verse poetry collection exploring the complexities of growing up as a girl in modern America.
From wounded caterpillar to empowered butterfly—a poetic journey of reclamation.
Over three poetry arcs themed around the butterfly’s journey, Safrianna addresses false narratives around womanhood, sexual assault, and domestic violence. Through vivid imagery and raw emotion, she gives voice to her traumas, outdated beliefs, and the ingrained patterns within herself and society.
From heart-wrenching to fiercely freeing, these poems offer snapshots of radical truth along the transformational path from disempowerment to embodied self-love. Her authentic voice and candor speak to women’s resilience and the ability to transmute shadows and light as we reclaim ourselves.
Raw and unflinching yet ultimately hopeful, “A Woman’s Work” speaks to anyone who has felt silenced, diminished, or exploited. It is a testament to the power of facing one’s shadows and reclaiming one’s light—a reminder that we all deserve to fly free.
Content note: Contains references to childhood sexual abuse, domestic violence, and other traumatic experiences. The author invites readers to engage with discomfort as part of the healing process.
