Cotton in a Polyester World

About the Book

Cotton in a Polyester World has taken years in the making. It is the inspiration of many events—personal and historical passages in life. The poet sees the world, as Bob Kaufman says, “as a fish with frog’s eyes.” The soul kitchen…the battle hymns…the heartbeats…the reflections/dedications are the openings of doors to her soul. Enter, enjoy, and reflect. "Cotton In A Polyester World” is so deep that it picks you up and wraps you up in a symphony only seen through the poet's eyes, only heard through the poet's voice, only spoken through the poet's lips. This work is simply a treasure." Louise Dente Executive Producer/Director Cultural Caravan Productions, Inc. “Cotton In A Polyester World” is both light and humorous, witty and quick, while others are thought provoking and self-revealing - honest in their forward straight motion. And as it is with most literary work that gives rise to thought, these poems incite within the mind, A Quiet Revolution. Kamernebti’s crafts Verses that are universal in theme and personal in nature. They don’t demand your agreement, just your attention. And if they can urge you into an understanding of her thoughts and beliefs…so be it. let the Music be heard, one harmonious note after the other. - Nikki Williams, Artist/Author, “Brown Women Who Fly”, “Beautiful, Also, are the Souls of My People” “Cotton In A Polyester World” uses rich language, dancing metaphors, and rhythmic words to speak of African love and triumph. John Watusi Branch Executive Director, Afrikan Poetry Theatre

About the Author

Kamernebti Mer Amon born in Brooklyn, presently a resident of Queens. She was the Literary Director of the Center of Culture, The Afrikan Poetry Theatre for eight years. As an assistant to the Director organized tributes for Ruby Dee, Sonia Sanchez, Haki Madhubuti, and Amiri Baraka. She is founder of Seshata, Inc., a cultural organization that showcased talented poets and performing artists. Also a member of the Drum Word Literary Guild. She has been writing since she was a child and authored a 70-paged children’s story at the age of 12. She has performed at many venues, The Afrikan Poetry Theatre, The New York Historical Society, The St. Marks Poetry Project, Savacou Gallery, When Worlds Collide, Bethany Baptist Church, Schomberg Library to name a few. Her poetry has appeared in African Voices, Essence, and Platitude.