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Good as a rest
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- Book Synopsis
- A change is as good as a rest, but change is rarely restful. In her second full collection, Malaika Kegode sits with the transformations we choose and the ones that choose us. Good as a Rest is a collection of poems and stories that explore moments of change - from grief and nature, to finding community in a circle of strangers sharing words. Inspired by life, loss and her experience as a workshop leader and mentor, this is a warm and witty paean to the resilience of the human spirit, and the power of creativity to heal.
- About The Author
- based in Bristol. Her work is focused on uplifting and celebrating the voiceless, overlooked and misunderstood. She is especially passionate about challenging common narratives about working class and rural communities through stories told across mixed disciplines. Beginning her creative career as a performance poet in 2014, Malaika has since developed her practice to encompass theatre and radio writing, teaching, producing and film curation. Her radio drama Tribe of Two (produced by Afonica for BBC Radio 4) was shortlisted for the prestigious Imison Award by the Society of Authors. In 2025, she was a mentored writer as part of Channel 4's 4Screenwriting course. Malaika's work has been featured on a variety of stages, including Southbank Centre, Lyric Hammersmith, University of Austria and The Scottish Storytelling Centre. In addition to her writing, Malaika works as a mentor, dramaturg and editor. Malaika is a vocal advocate for creativity as a tool for healing, connection and collaboration. She is dedicated to helping people to tell their stories and find healing through the creative process through teaching workshops, mentoring individuals and producing accessible events. Malaika is a proud Trustee for mental health & arts charity Many Minds.
- Product Details
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- ISBN
- 9781913958671
- Format
- Paperback
- Publisher
- Burning Eye Books, (06 August 2026)
- Weight
- 100 grams
- Language
- English
- Dimensions
- 198 mm
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