Edited by Paz De Cuba and Paul S. Flores, this bilingual anthology in English and Spanish collects poetry featured in Cuba's first licensed poetry slam, registered with the World Poetry Slam Organization, the Àṣẹ Poetry Slam. English translation by Paul S. Flores. Foreword by Paul S. Flores.
"Àṣẹ Poetry Slam: Cuban Slam Poets Anthology is a testament to the power of the spoken word in Cuba. Curated with the spirit of rhythm, resistance, and revolution, this anthology amplifies the voices of slam poets who blend ancestral wisdom, Afro beats, and poetic fire. An important and necessary collection that honors the roots of oral tradition while shaping the future of Cuban poetry."
-Danny Glover, Actor/Activist
"Discover yourself in this new discovery-multivisions reflect the world in recognition of themselves. The best of new Cuban poetry from spoken word to rap to slam to suave can be found here. Re: Discover América in all her heart/beat son."
-Lorna Dee Cervantes, author of Emplumada, winner of the American Book Award and From the Cables of Genocide: Poems on Love and Hunger, winner of the Latino Literature Prize and the Paterson Poetry Prize
"In the pages of Àṣẹ Poetry Slam: Cuban Slam Poets Anthology, culture and history align, giving readers rewards of truth and conviction. Brought together with sensitive translations, the collection widens understanding between islands, continents, language and feelings. Edited by Luz De Cuba and Paul S. Flores with El Martillo Press, Àṣẹ Poetry Slam is an enormous accomplishment conveying literary art and expression from writers that need to be heard.
-Francisco Letelier, Visual Artist/writer
