Chronically Dramatic Memoir poems about my body's award-winning overreaction

This debut poetry collection traces the unexpected plot twists of a theater kid turned chronic illness warrior. From field day triumphs to Broadway revelations from sudden detours to quiet resilience Alyssa Marie Williams captures the chaos comedy and courage of learning to live in a body that doesn’t always cooperate. Told with heart humor and a knack for dramatic flair these memoir poems explore identity purpose pain—and the people who make it all bearable. Perfect for anyone navigating life’s curveballs while still trying to dream big. Because sometimes purpose sneaks in through the stage door.