Kim Jones releases first poetry book

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PLETTENBERG BAY NEWS - Author Kim Jones debuted her first ever poetry book, Toevlug na Donkerte se Lig at Village Bookshop on Saturday 10 June.

The book launch was an intimate affair where readers could come and meet Jones, enjoy a few refreshments and hear her recite a few poems from the book.

Kim Jones dedicates her collection of poems to young adults on their experience of growing up. Jones' debut poetry book details a journey of honesty, sincerity and perseverance to help others who struggle with anxiety, pain and grief.

Her work is meant for spectators, the world and communities who are under tremendous pressure and have lost perspective in life.

Her book is a biographical and honest journey into her spiritual life which was her inspiration to write in the first place.

Author Kim Jones with her debut novel Toevlug na Donkerte se Lig

Jones' journey with her first poetry book began last year when she sent a collection of her poems to the Department of Arts and Culture in Green Acres, Gqeberha. Thereafter Kim was connected with Branco Lee Casper who helped her on her publishing journey.

Prior to this Jones had been an avid writer since 2010, having started writing at the local What's New in Plettenberg Bay which was published weekly. Therein she would have her poems published weekly and audiences grew fond of her voice.

"I have always wanted to write, but it was just a hobby at first. My poems are about the truth, my life and my experience and about what happens in my community.

"I wanted to share these experiences with other people because it could very well help someone going through the same things," said Jones.

Toevlug na Donkerte se Lig is now available to purchase at Village Bookshop.