Few people understand the unique reality faced by women who are impoverished, underserved and, certainly, unseen. This collection of poetic observations derives from years of volunteer work, both at a homeless clinic and a women's day shelter, where Kirsten Morgan listened to tales stranger than fiction, guided them into written form and became determined to spread these stories through her own poetry. By seeing the human side of inhumane existence, perhaps we can acknowledge and honor women who face fear, anger and degradation while also summoning courage, integrity and hope.

-John Brehm, author of Dharma Talk

-Joy Roulier Sawyer, author of Lifeguards

-Elizabeth Robinson, author of Excursive

-Michael Henry, Executive Director, Lighthouse Writers Workshop