Completely content to have only
the warmth from the blanket of stars
outside your house
and in my side-pocket,
self-sabotage—

In I Only Speak Catharsis, author Abi Nosrati explores the intersection of inner and outer human identity. She looks inside the struggles of love, friendship, and pain; how we humans live in this wonderful way that is tragically beautiful. In this book of poetry lovingly crafted, she shares the story of the relationships she has experienced or observed in the world around her.

Inside these pages, readers will find human connection, human pain, a kaleidoscope of inner and outer human moments that are both dark and beautiful— Brought to life through imagery of the eyes.

I Only Speak Catharsis is a must-read for human connection, and to hear perspectives that may be far from your own. Anyone who wants to know what being truly human is will embrace these well-worn words.