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Behind the Ghost Metropolis

by Annette Dabrowska

Raw confessional poetry exploring trauma, mental health, and survival.

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ABOUT THE BOOK

If you’ve ever stared down your inner darkness alone and dared it to blink first, this debut poetry book belongs to you.

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“Moving and memorable” — Terri Cheney, New York Times bestselling author of “Manic: A Memoir”

“Annette’s a punk Sylvia Plath. All the emotion, none of the pretence. This collection is sincere. Searing. Surreal. So. Fu*king. Relatable.” — C.E. Hoffman, Punk Monk Press

Behind the Ghost Metropolis is a confessional poetry collection about mental health, survival, and healing. Interwoven with Annette’s black-and-white photography, the book becomes a visual echo of the emotional landscapes within. Through raw, unfiltered verses, she explores the pain we hide, the loneliness we carry, and the strength it takes to keep going.

These poems speak for those who feel too much, who were told to stay quiet, and who are learning to choose life again. Moving between despair and hope, this collection reminds you that your story is not over—and you don’t have to face it alone.

Fans of Charles Bukowski, “The Tears That Taught Me,” and Hayley Grace will find here the same raw honesty, emotional courage, and gritty lyricism that feel deeply personal yet universally recognizable.

Book Details:

• Genre: Poetry
• Format: Hardcover, Paperback, eBook