RAW

I just published another poetry book. RAW is a collection of poetry written through periods of depression. It reveals wounds mirrored throughout my lifetime. These poems deal with depression, emotional abuse, toxic relationships, menopause, self-hatred, dieting, and more. It is not a nice book. The language is rough, attitude’s harsh, and overall it is dark and discouraging. Truth is a heavy burden to hear. This is a book of those heavy truths.

No hype. No promotions. No book release. This is a cleansing for me. I am purging these secrets from the archives. Many of the poems were written years ago. I write to document my life. I do this for me. 2025 was a difficult year. Post-menopause looks ugly, feels ugly, and honestly kicked me down an ominous well. I needed to write these terrible poems so I will remember what I went through. No one warned me about this stuff. I have never been depressed. It needed to be documented.

I’m looking forward to the rest of 2026 as there is much to look forward to. That’s for another time, another story, another post. Until then, thanks for reading.

RAW is available on Amazon for $15.

Books Available!!

10th Anniversary Gift Set -Finding Beauty Within along with a journal and pen- all for the same price of just the book on Amazon, when you order directly from me.

$15 paperback/$25 Hardcover

Coffee Meetup

December 6, 2025

9-10am

Still On Main/Dissent Coffee

250 Main St. Pawtucket RI

Get a signed copy of my book including notebook and pen when you purchase directly fromme at a meetup.

“Finding Beauty Within” Book Launch

My 10th book is now available as a gift set, including a notebook and pen, when purchased directly from me at any of the coffee meetups in 2025.

Finding Beauty Within-10th Anniversary Edition- Released November 1, 2025

A Kaleidastorm Story with Journal Prompts

My first self-published book, Kaleidastorm-Beauty in the Storms of Life, was written ten years ago in 2015.  Back then, I was going through a divorce. I was living in the basement of a house I was taking care of, in the owner’s absence.

I was deeply wounded, emotionally and spiritually. I wrote the story I needed to read. I wrote the story of my healing journey before I even knew that’s what I was on.

It’s been 10 years and I am in a better place with a new life. As I re-read this story, I realized I had created a blueprint for my healing. Some say I manifested my future by writing it down. For this reason, I created journal prompts.

For 10 years this book has been published with mistakes that were unable to be edited because the manuscript was lost. In 2025, I discovered a way to get it back; I read my book into a document and spent months editing. With a new title, new last name, and new journal prompts, I am able to republish the story. I didn’t rewrite the manuscript into a smooth flowing novel. I kept it the way it was written-as bi-weekly posts on a digital literary platform, collected into a print book.

Author Lori Kirkland Hosts Amaziyah The Great’s Earthstrong Celebration- In The Beginning Words Were Spoken 2nd Edition

May 14, 2025

Poetry was the theme of this birthday celebration for author Craig A. Kirkland, aka Amaziyah The Great, featuring ten local spoken word artists and the guest of honor himself. Check out some of the performances.

Amaziyah The Great

Lori Kirkland

Monica D. Vance

Fresco

Jill Miller

GBRL

Maddie Ruzala

Jaybird Walker

Salena JD

Tomasina

Mr. Orange Live

Ashley Wonder

Spring Art Show

May 3, 2025

My oil painting of “Trees on the Lake” was on display at the Spring Art Show at Osamequin Farm in Seekonk MA this month. It was a surreal moment for me to walk into the barn and see my painting hanging on the wall in the main room. My friend Jill, who invited me to the show and suggested I enter, also had art on display.

Jill, myself and my husband Craig all did spoken word poetry as well. The crowd was engaged and seemed to really enjoy all that we shared. It was a wonderful first experience for me and I am happy I entered my art.

Author Event at Symposium Books Providence RI

Thank you to all who ventured out on a snowy night in February 2025 to hear me read from my latest book “Tucked inFlowers- Hidden in Plain Sight.” Thank you to Symposium Books for the invitation to share such a remarkable event, a first for me.

A special thanks to my husband Craig for joining me and entertaining the crowd. It was a blast! Thank You also to everyone who has purchased a copy of the book. I appreciate your support.

Tucked In Flowers- Hidden in Plain Sight Book Launch

Thank you to all who attended my book launch event in November. It was a great gathering of friends, fans, and true supporters. I love you all.

Thank you Craig for making the story possible and for all of the creative contributions you made to this book, from the logo, to the cover design, the merch, and especially the life experiences that became the poetry in this book.

Your love, support, and dedication to me as an artist and wife is beautiful. I love you and look forward to all the creative endeavors we will embark on.

Almost time!!

My book is almost here! It will be available on Amazon November 1st and available at the book launch party on November 2nd where you can get a signed copy along with some other book related merch created by ME.

I’m excited for you to see what I’ve created, read the words I’ve written, and simply celebrate this new adventure with me. I’ve rebranded myself since getting married to Artist Craig A Kirkland less than a year ago. Together we have amazing things to bring to the world.

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