OFFICIAL WEBSITE OF SHARENA LEE SATTI
Published Poet
ABOUT SHARENA LEE SATTI
Bradford Poet
Sharena Lee Satti is a distinguished poet, spoken word artist, educator, and workshop facilitator, known for her unwavering commitment to amplifying women's voices in society. She published her debut collection in 2020 with the award-winning Verve Poetry Press, followed by her second collection, "Shhhhhhhhh," released on National Poetry Day 2023. As a festival producer, and advocate for grassroots artists, Sharena recently played a pivotal role in launching the inaugural West Yorkshire Poetry Week, collaborating with the National Literacy Trust to inspire local poets and nurture the next generation of writers. Her passion for poetry and dedication to supporting the arts make her a vital figure in her community.
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SHHHHHHHHH
This new collection of poems by Sharena is a brave, direct and personal exploration of the dark and often unspoken experiences of a woman’s life. Each poem draws you into a world at once familiar and sometimes shocking but telling a very real story to the point and with emotion.
‘Sharena’s poetry is a live demonstration of how poetry enables survival and healing. Her voice is honest, candid and vulnerable and this collection is a generous offer to the world!’
~Suhaiymah Manzoor-Khan
‘I cried whilst reading some of the poems as Sharena has the ability to fully submerge you in the life and experiences of the women depicted so intimately.’
~Dionne V Hood
SHE
November 19, 2020
Sharena Lee Satti is extremely proud and excited to share their latest work "She"
The poems in She cover an already long career as an inspiring live poet, host and workshopper – it is obvious straight away that Sharena has produced a formidable body of work. Her poems are real, raw and honest, addressing issues such as survival, cultural-identity, life’s battles, self-love, body dysmorphia and many other subjects that people struggle to speak out about. Her love of nature is also evident. She writes with her emotions to the fore and her heart at the centre – with a power that can leave you breathless.
SHE
Review
I wanted to read something Northern and from someone with duel heritage and this book was spot on. Sharena writes with soul wrapped in Northern slang making it hit home for many. Her insight and flow of words left me turning each page, eager for more. I am not a big poetry fan but found this book a melodious dream. I feel more is to come from Sharena and cannot wait to see where she takes us next.
YOU HEARD US
A celebration of refusing to be silent with peformer and writer Luca Rutherford and photographer Nudrat Afza. Images are Installed around Bradford University campus. Sharena Lee Satti loved being part of this project. Celebrating womens voices
RUTH RENDELL AWARD 2024 SHORTLIST
What the Judges said “What struck me about Sharena was that she was nominated by several individuals who have been impacted positively by her work, which is something we’ve never had before.”
The Verve Poetry Press Publication
2023
NOMINATED FOR NATIONAL DIVERSITY AWARDS
Publication Day of "SHE" 2020
It is a momentous occasion as organisations, Bradford Mayor, and many others come together to celebrate her remarkable achievement. This collaboration highlights the impact of her work and the support of the community in promoting empowerment and inspiration. We look forward to seeing the positive influence "SHE" will have on readers everywhere.
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