Gabrielle Journey Jones

'It's the details of a thing...what eye love about Gabe's poetry. The depth in the beauty of a moment slowed way down... Eye enter her words and the legs of my mind and heart slow to stroll as eye am carried like a precious thing on the words of her song...her poetry. From the warm feel of the water on my skin as a single mother washes the dishes and sneaks in some dreaming to the joy found in laughter... What a beautiful walk this is...and its the kind that doesnt make one tired...and you wanna turn around and do it again...so eye will.' - E. Nina Jay, poet, Chicago, Illinois'This collection brings with it an eclectic mix of words creating imagery in one's mind of which to get lost in. Gabrielle Journey's The Purpose of Truth is tainted with evoking memories of sisterhood, parenting, maturity, compassion, love, and the ever presence of gratitude for the land whose culture embraces her creativity.' - Dr Vanessa Lee-Ah Mat PhD, author and co-founder, Cultural Embassy, Queensland'Gabrielle generously welcomes us into her family, her home, her landscape and her journey. I feel refreshed, having caught my breath in her warmly observed details of meals, country and children. Questions asked, hopes shared, humanity affirmed on Yuin Country by a true poet with a warm soul - enjoy ' - Morganics, hip hop artist and community worker, Queensland'It's a real pleasure to dive into works so rich with colour and feeling, penned by a talented writer who draws inspiration from the creative community in which she lives, celebrating diversity, activism and inclusion. Gabrielle Journey Jones puts words together mindfully and masterfully - when spoken, her pieces share an even greater power. Poignant and authentic, The Purpose of Truth is a wonderful collection of poetry sharing snapshots of life on Yuin Country and beyond.' - Leah Sz nt , writer and editor, Final Proof, New South Wales

Etymology of Courage is the follow-up to Spoken Medicine by Gabrielle Journey Jones, also published by Ginninderra Press. Gabrielle dedicates this collection to everyone brave enough to share their truth creatively through spoken word poetry. 'Etymology' is the study of the origin of words. 'Courage' means bravery, although historically it referred to our emotions, heart and feelings. Therefore, to speak poetry from the heart is a daring double act of courage. Gabrielle's poems are designed to be read out loud with a freedom which leads to personal resolution, revolution and joy. The contents are divided into heart lessons and observations. The mesmerising cover artwork by Amalina Wallace inspired the closing poem 'Joy Philosophy'. It was created on Gadigal Land, Sydney. The words in this book were written on Aboriginal lands stretching from Gadigal through Dharawal to the far south coast of NSW on Yuin Country, where Gabrielle lives with her family. To find out more, visit www.poeticpercussion.com.au