Fresh off winning the 2024 Oregon Poetry Association Award, Wheatfall’s latest book gives voice to the quiet struggles faced by many in America today.
New York, United States, 28th Jul 2025 – Emmett Wheatfall is proud to announce the release of Contradictions from an Uncertain Silence, a deeply moving new poetry book now available on Amazon. This powerful poetry collection speaks to the hidden contradictions we face in life, especially those that go unspoken in America.
In Contradictions from an Uncertain Silence, Emmett Wheatfall uses poetry to explore feelings that are hard to express. Inspired by The Darkened Temple by Mari L’Esperance, Wheatfall dives into emotions that often remain silent. This poetry book challenges readers to think about silence in a new way. What do we miss when we don’t speak? What truths live in the quiet moments?
Each poem brings up new thoughts about the world, about life, and about being human. These poems don’t shout. Instead, they speak in a whisper, asking us to pause and listen. This is poetry that invites reflection. It’s about the thoughts we carry but never say out loud.
Readers will find that Wheatfall’s words open a door to honesty. His poetry doesn’t try to give easy answers. Instead, it helps us sit with life’s questions, especially those tied to justice, identity, and personal truth. Whether you’re new to reading poetry or a longtime fan, this book gives something to think about on every page.
A Voice Rooted in Experience
Emmett Wheatfall is no stranger to the world of poetry. He lives in Portland, Oregon, and has been twice nominated for Oregon Poet Laureate. In 2024, he received the Oregon Poetry Association’s Patricia Ruth Banta Award, a special honor in the poetry world. His earlier work, As Clean as a Bone, was a finalist for the 2019 Eric Hoffer Award and the da Vinci Eye Award. Wheatfall’s poetry is recognized across the country for its depth, care, and clarity.
In 2020, Corban University even made a nine-part documentary called A Brief History that tells Emmett’s story. It shows his journey through life, his discovery of poetry, and the way his words have changed others.
Wheatfall brings not just talent but lived experience to his writing. As an African American man, his life has been shaped by the ongoing fight for equality, fairness, and belonging in America. These struggles are not shouted in his poetry, they are shown through careful word choices, thoughtful pauses, and moments of powerful silence.
A Book That Speaks Through Silence
The title, Contradictions from an Uncertain Silence, tells us a lot about the book. Life is full of contradictions, things that don’t match up. Wheatfall shows how these contradictions often hide in silence. We may not talk about them, but they are always there. This poetry collection helps bring those hidden feelings into the open.
One quote in the book says it well: “To enter the story feels like drowning, and drowning is the only way to get there.” That might sound sad, but it really means that deep understanding often comes from going into hard emotions. The poetry in this book is a gentle guide through those deep waters.
Reading the poems out loud makes their message even stronger. They have rhythm, sound, and movement. This is the kind of poetry that wants to be heard as well as read. It speaks to the ear, the heart, and the mind all at once.
A Book for Everyone
Whether you’re a student, a teacher, or someone who just enjoys a good book, Contradictions from an Uncertain Silence is a powerful read. You don’t need to be an expert in poetry to connect with this book. The words are simple but strong. They stay with you after the page is turned.
This poetry collection is also great for book clubs, classrooms, and community groups. It opens up space for conversations about truth, identity, and what it means to be human. The poetry doesn’t tell you what to think. Instead, it gives you room to think for yourself.
Emmett Wheatfall’s goal is not to impress with big words or fancy language. His poetry is grounded and real. He writes for the everyday person, using everyday language to talk about deep topics. His work shows that poetry can be both easy to read and rich in meaning.
Available Now on Amazon
Contradictions from an Uncertain Silence is now available for purchase on Amazon. Whether you’re a lover of poetry, someone new to the genre, or simply a curious reader, this poetry book is a meaningful addition to your bookshelf.
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