Nolitha Leonora Skenjana is the author of two published books of poetry – The Word I Say and I Am Free – which are aimed at uplifting and giving hope to people.
She has worked on her collection of poems for most of her life.
Many of her poems in The Word I Say are Bible Scripture-based and focus on how to deal with the hardships of life, written during tough times that she faced in her personal life.
I Am Free has more inspirational poetry and offers a more positive perspective on life, says Skenjana.
“Poetry is close to my heart.
“It is the easiest thing that just comes from my soul.
“Whether I am happy or sad, poetry is there.
“I was going through a very tough time. And I would always write my thoughts down as poetry,” Skenjana says.
“I didn’t even realize that I wanted to publish my poetry until someone asked me why don’t publish my work.”
