Publisher's synopsis
Kirli Saunders’ debut poetry collection is a pleasure to lose yourself in. Kirli has a keen eye for observation, humour and big themes that surround Love/Connection/Loss in an engaging style, complemented by evocative and poignant imagery. It talks to identity, culture, community and the role of Earth as healer. Kindred has the ability to grab hold of the personal in the universal and reflect this back to the reader.
Upcoming resource
Awards
- SHORTLISTED, 2020 AUSTRALIAN BOOK INDUSTRY AWARDS, SMALL PUBLISHERS’ ADULT BOOK OF THE YEAR
- SHORTLISTED, 2021 VICTORIAN PREMIER’S LITERARY AWARDS, INDIGENOUS WRITING
- COMMENDED, 2020 KATE CHALLIS RAKA AWARD
Kirli Saunders (OAM) is a proud Gunai Woman, award-winning author, multidisciplinary artist and consultant who creates to connect to make change. She was awarded an Order of Australia Medal for her contribution to the arts (2022). Kirli has partnered with global organisations including Google, Fender, Sydney Opera House, Qantas and Spotify, Mecca and Aesop to celebrate stories and cultivate change. Her books among others include Bindi, Kindred and Returning (Magabala). Her play, Going Home, is in development. She is currently writing her anticipated novel, Yaraman assisted by AUSCO.
Bio: Magabala Books
Photo: Salty Dingo Media, courtesy of Magabala Books
