MANIC! is a book I have wanted to write for years. My mania was something I struggled to put into words and could only hint at in my previous work. It took a few health scares and some courage to finally create this over the course of the past year. I hope that by reading this, you'll discover that those who deal with mania are so much more than having "psychotic" tendencies. Being manic consists of highs and lows, but it can also be a superpower, too. For example, most people who struggle with bipolar disorder are creative and are loving, and filled with passion and strength. This is just my perspective on what I've experienced with my mental health, but I hope it will open your eyes to reducing the stigma that comes with these kinds of illnesses. I can't wait for you to come along for an amazing roller coaster of emotions from this new poetry collection. It's my best writing yet, and the MANIC! madness is just beginning.