Every Now and Then I Have Another Child

Discover the captivating world of 'Every Now and Then I Have Another Child,' a brilliant work by acclaimed author Diane Brown. This exceptional paperback, published by Otago University Press, delves into the complexities of motherhood and the creative journey through rich poetic narratives. Spanning 164 pages and measuring 150 x 230 mm, this book presents a mesmerizing blend of reality and imagination. Follow the intriguing tale of a mysterious doppelgänger sister, a newborn baby, a boy in a mural, and a detective entangled in a web of fantastical elements. The narrative artfully explores themes of identity, love, and the delicate balance between the surreal and the everyday absurd. Perfect for poetry lovers and those seeking profound insights into motherhood, this evocative poetic experience invites readers to ponder what is real and what is illusion. Immerse yourself in Diane Brown's exploration of the human experience and let your imagination soar with 'Every Now and Then I Have Another Child.' Ideal for book clubs and individual reflection, this title also serves as a thoughtful gift for new mothers and poetry enthusiasts alike.

Author: Diane Brown Publisher: Otago University Press
Bind: paperback
Dimensions: 150 x 230 mm
Pages: 164


A mysterious doppelgänger sister, a newborn baby, a boy in a mural, a detective, a former lover, a student stalker … are they real or imagined? Building on Diane Brown’s tradition of extended poetic narratives, Every Now and Then I Have Another Child is an inventive and heartfelt meditation on motherhood, the creative impulse and the blurred line between imagination and reality. This delightful, evocative poetic narrative wafts between the truly surreal and the ‘everyday’ absurd.