From an episode of IndigenuityPresented by Krystal De Napoli

Interview

Indigenuity: Evelyn Araluen On Her New Poetry Collection 'The Rot'

Krystal is joined in the studio by Goorie and Koori poet, editor and researcher Evelyn Araluen to discuss her new poetry collection The Rot. Following on from Evelyn's first award-winning book Dropbear, The Rot explores ecaying romances, expired hopes and abject injustices of the world.

Evelyn speaks to Krystal about the themes and inspirations for the collection, the motivations for writing a second book, and resonating with younger readers through poetry.

The Rot is out now via UQP.

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