Shaun O. Smith

In this eponymous collection of poetry, Shaun O. Smith looks to properly define himself as "poet" through his work. The Sophomore ensemble allows the reader to see what Shaun is trying to portray to himself when he looks at his thoughts in the mirror. What is herein displays the philosophical, existential, and emotional ideas that Shaun walks around with daily. By sprinkling hints of humor throughout Shaun reverses the public persona he puts on and clearly shows the reader who he is on the inside.

Shaun O. Smith returns from a hiatus with his third collection of poems: POETRY IS DEAD. Stand idly by as you witness the classic art form being put to rest. The poems will speak for themselves.

The Result of a Failed Abortion is an autobiographical collection of poems by Shaun O. Smith. Dealing with issues from sexual and mental abuse to living with depression and anxiety, Shaun openly discusses the pain that has kept his mind captive most of his life. Freeing himself from these struggles, he hopes to either speak to or connect with others who have similar thoughts and problems. For those who can't relate, he acknowledges the role they play in letting him vent his issues.