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poetry

“beautifully written”

"everyone should read this! a truly touching and beautiful collection of poems by a really exciting new voice. sophie manages to bring emotions to light in such a way that you can’t help but completely fall in love with her style and her stories"

Helena

the reformed flake
2020-10-12T14:55:26+00:00

Helena

"everyone should read this! a truly touching and beautiful collection of poems by a really exciting new voice. sophie manages to bring emotions to light in such a way that you can’t help but completely fall in love with her style and her stories"
https://thereformedflake.com/testimonials/beautifully-written/

“relatable, emotional and timeless”

"I don’t normally read poetry but this collection of such open and expressive poems was a really lovely read which took me through every emotion whilst reading it. The poems don’t only express the emotions felt in the highs and lows of modern dating culture but of all forms of relationships and romance in general which is really timeless. The illustrations are beautiful and complement the writing so well!"

Amy

the reformed flake
2020-10-11T18:19:12+00:00

Amy

"I don’t normally read poetry but this collection of such open and expressive poems was a really lovely read which took me through every emotion whilst reading it. The poems don’t only express the emotions felt in the highs and lows of modern dating culture but of all forms of relationships and romance in general which is really timeless. The illustrations are beautiful and complement the writing so well!"
https://thereformedflake.com/testimonials/relatable-emotional-and-timeless/

“expressive and wonderful”

"I finished this book in one sitting as I was so gripped by the expressive, emotional and relatable content. All women need to read this as I think everyone can find something to relate to within - I myself shed a tear at a few of the poems. Talented writing and beautiful illustrations, I’ll keep thinking about and revisiting this wonderful collection for a long time! Would recommend to all."

bear

the reformed flake
2020-10-11T18:18:01+00:00

bear

"I finished this book in one sitting as I was so gripped by the expressive, emotional and relatable content. All women need to read this as I think everyone can find something to relate to within - I myself shed a tear at a few of the poems. Talented writing and beautiful illustrations, I’ll keep thinking about and revisiting this wonderful collection for a long time! Would recommend to all."
https://thereformedflake.com/testimonials/expressive-and-wonderful/

“sweet and sad”

"Poignant, relatable, and smooth.

These poems left so much space for self-reflection on relationships and being a woman in the modern day and age. Truly great art.

Can't wait for moooore!"

Morgan

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2020-10-21T13:44:09+00:00

Morgan

"Poignant, relatable, and smooth. These poems left so much space for self-reflection on relationships and being a woman in the modern day and age. Truly great art. Can't wait for moooore!"
https://thereformedflake.com/testimonials/sweet-and-sad/

“beautiful and quite literally heartfelt”

"this is a book of beautiful words and beautiful art work. i bought two copies, one for me, one for a friend. i can't bring myself to give the second away, i want one to read and another to frame my favourite page. feeling honoured to own a copy of some of your words"

Andrea

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2020-10-11T18:13:01+00:00

Andrea

"this is a book of beautiful words and beautiful art work. i bought two copies, one for me, one for a friend. i can't bring myself to give the second away, i want one to read and another to frame my favourite page. feeling honoured to own a copy of some of your words"
https://thereformedflake.com/testimonials/beautiful-and-quite-literally-heartfelt/

“sincere and empowering”

"a stunningly sincere collection. Paired with beautiful illustrations, the poems will take you on a journey that's moving, sometimes unbearably relatable but ultimately empowering. I really enjoyed this and have found myself flicking back through it constantly. It will stay with me for a long time, definitely recommend."


Fatima

the reformed flake
2020-10-11T18:19:54+00:00

Fatima

"a stunningly sincere collection. Paired with beautiful illustrations, the poems will take you on a journey that's moving, sometimes unbearably relatable but ultimately empowering. I really enjoyed this and have found myself flicking back through it constantly. It will stay with me for a long time, definitely recommend."
https://thereformedflake.com/testimonials/sincere-and-empowering/

“poignant and relatable”

"I loved this collection! Perfect to read in one go or consume in bite-size chunks, this collection has endless re-readability. Broken into separate narratives, the collection still stands as a whole, woven together by the distinct and unique voice of the author. The wonderfully intimate storytelling, in parts heart-wrenching, in parts heart-soaring, makes each poem seem like a handwritten note to you, a personal experience for you to partake in. The poems are also complemented by unique drawings which capture the essence of the words and are just as beautiful!

'for m(en)' presents love and poetry in a poignant and relatable way, speaking particularly to the feeling of our current generation- a powerful debut, would definitely recommend."

Sandra

the reformed flake
2020-10-11T18:10:21+00:00

Sandra

"I loved this collection! Perfect to read in one go or consume in bite-size chunks, this collection has endless re-readability. Broken into separate narratives, the collection still stands as a whole, woven together by the distinct and unique voice of the author. The wonderfully intimate storytelling, in parts heart-wrenching, in parts heart-soaring, makes each poem seem like a handwritten note to you, a personal experience for you to partake in. The poems are also complemented by unique drawings which capture the essence of the words and are just as beautiful! 'for m(en)' presents love and poetry in a poignant and relatable way, speaking particularly to the feeling of our current generation- a powerful debut, would definitely recommend."
https://thereformedflake.com/testimonials/8682/

“honest and relatable…love it!”

"I loved this!! Not usually one for poetry but this is so relatable, so honest and says those things we think but dare not articulate! A collection to treasure. Look forward to future works..."

Lorna

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2020-10-11T18:20:29+00:00

Lorna

"I loved this!! Not usually one for poetry but this is so relatable, so honest and says those things we think but dare not articulate! A collection to treasure. Look forward to future works..."
https://thereformedflake.com/testimonials/honest-and-relatable-love-it/

“touching, empowering & insightful”

"After reading this, I know I'll need to read much more poetry. I think it's hard to find a universality in something so personal, but this collection resonates so deeply with me for the things that are similar to the lives I know. It felt incredibly personal but never intrusive, rather like the writer is sharing her growth.
I was also astounded with the cohesion between the illustrations and the text, like the poet and writer were of one mind throughout the process!

Greatly enjoyed this and I keep finding myself going back to the book to flick through and read through the poems. A really special collection, highly recommend."

Alina

the reformed flake
2020-10-11T18:15:51+00:00

Alina

"After reading this, I know I'll need to read much more poetry. I think it's hard to find a universality in something so personal, but this collection resonates so deeply with me for the things that are similar to the lives I know. It felt incredibly personal but never intrusive, rather like the writer is sharing her growth. I was also astounded with the cohesion between the illustrations and the text, like the poet and writer were of one mind throughout the process! Greatly enjoyed this and I keep finding myself going back to the book to flick through and read through the poems. A really special collection, highly recommend."
https://thereformedflake.com/testimonials/touching-empowering-insightful/
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the reformed flake

our book is out, folks! poetry by me, illustrations by nat!

you can buy it from us here!

description:
a bittersweet breakup letter to nine boys and a past self.
(Or alternatively, 69 poems about questionable life choices…)
for me(n) is the story of six years of heartbreak told through 107 pages of poetry and art.
In accompanying a solitary Asian girl through the highs and lows of her romantic pursuits, you’ll come to realise how blurred the lines truly are between realised fantasies and disappointing realities. Between fleeting pleasures and lasting trauma.
You’ll learn more about her than you ever thought you needed to but with a little bit of luck, you’ll learn just as much about yourself along the way.

we also created a set of accompanying postcards!

if you’d like to buy either the book or the postcards directly from me, you can do so here via a google form!

we are currently also stocked at good press in glasgow, so if you’re in the area, pop by and grab a copy! we’re also listed on their website so you can buy our book here and our postcards here.

i’m currently working on a new book also, so stay tuned!

love you all

soph x

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appreciation post for @alinarburwitz bc i rly fcki appreciation post for @alinarburwitz bc i rly fckin appreciate her !!! 

alina sometimes i think about how serendipitous it was we even met in the first place and i honestly feel so so lucky to have someone that i’ve never rly spent all that much physical time with but that i know is just gonna be on this rollercoaster with me forever (like okay we spend concentrated bouts of time together sometimes but in the grand scheme of things considering we didn’t/don’t do high school, uni or work together and we don’t live in the same city, it’s probs not that much time at all?)

i’m so so grateful to u for snapping me out of my funk yesterday and also just for so many other moments in the past decade. a highlight rly has to be u bringing me forbidden pizza when i was locked up at home in an eczema outbreak 💀

idk like i’ll probably tell u all this when we speak tonight bc i’m a soft soft gal at heart but bro rly, thank u for always being there at my worst and also for having good enough boundaries to not be there when u rly can’t/don’t need to? does that make sense? 

hope u know i’m always here for u too 

love u so so SO much
was in a poetry workshop/masterclass/q&a with @ant was in a poetry workshop/masterclass/q&a with @anthony_anaxagorou yesterday - fun fact - heterogeneous was the first english-language poetry book i bought unrelated to high school or uni studies and ’twas a genuinely monumental moment for me i think. i also bought it when volunteering for stanza which was what led me to join the scottish bpoc writers network and kickstarted a lot of things but NEWAYS am getting off track. he was talking about things like complicated poems having more longevity, ur readership being more intelligent than u, having porousness in poems for reader agency, staying away from aphorisms, the importance of reading EXCESSIVELY and a lot of other things (i think i took like 5 pages of notes lmao more than any uni lecture ever 💀)

SO i picked up this book again - time winds by alfred kisubi (which i bought in york and started but struggled with) bc it’s time to read excessively again and delve into complicated poetry!! in the intro it says his poems are difficult but this was the first time i think i’ve ever read a poetry book where the bulk was poems that i just found impenetrable. not even rly bc of the language itself but bc of my ignorance regarding ugandan history & culture like i was anchored to the glossary but still had to do so much googling 😭😭 BUT decided to give it another go and in amongst the brain juice depletion i found some poems that rly stuck with me

lil carousel for u guys make of it what u will i have a headache now partially bc of too much thinking but also bc i’ve been looking at screens too much and not sleeping well bc of twin flame spiritual nonsense so yh 

love u guys byebye
and u thought the york photo dump was over 💀 and u thought the york photo dump was over 💀
🤍 🤍
me looking cute & also wholesome family moments wh me looking cute & also wholesome family moments when my parents aren’t driving me absolutely bonkers // shirt from @koukoukreations 🤍
work was ridiculously busy this weekend but had so work was ridiculously busy this weekend but had so much fun!! 

had a rly cute sunday lunch & ensuing stroll with the head of department (who i was staying with 🤠) and even tho had to do assembly, 4 hours of workshops, a careers talk and a teacher showcase (and ofc the mountains of paperwork afterwards) on my day off, still had such a good time 🥺🥺 the students were all super super sweet and here are some highlights from the feedback: 

i was surprised by… “there is mcdonald’s in france”

a session like this could be better if… “it can’t be better” 

the best bit was… “how nice the teacher was and [how] encouraging she was” 

rly do feel like i’m smashing my career these days 🥰🥰🥰 

also side note if you’re ever in marlow, go to @thecedarmarlow - the owner & staff are all so lovely and we had such interesting chats about life! also their food recs (and food ofc) are perfect - genuinely one of the best sandwiches i’ve ever had 🤍
day out in sheff!! ur fave touch-me-not hardy chin day out in sheff!! ur fave touch-me-not hardy chinese special (i will be responding only to this name in the future) had brunch then chilled in the botanical gardens - the latter is vv cute in the sun highly recommended 🥺🥺 // also i always overestimate the amount of biscoff i can eat in one go - was delicious but boy oh boy was stuffed 😭😭 // pls ignore the state of my fringe in pic 4// ALSO katara hair loopies are finally achievable !!! 

dress from @allsaints 🤍 #gifted
always feel v connected to myself & the universe w always feel v connected to myself & the universe whenever i look at the moon
prefer up & down with exid but i guess elvis will prefer up & down with exid but i guess elvis will do
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