New Anthology Celebrates Women‘s Diverse Experiences wiht “Ode to Women”
A new anthology, Ode to Women by Silver Phoenix, offers a collection of stories and poetry centered on the lives of women. The book features a range of protagonists-from seven-year-old Woolah to fifty-year-old Andrea-navigating unique and often eccentric circumstances. While romantic love appears in some narratives, the anthology primarily emphasizes empathy, kindness, and the bonds between women, their families, and even animals.
The collection blends fantasy and realism, including tributes to both fictional characters and real-life figures like FIFA Women’s World Cup players Olga Carmona of Spain and Sam Kerr of Australia. The poems are described as simple yet uplifting.
Reviewer Jadidsa Perez highlights “Andrea’s Crush” as a standout story for its unflinching portrayal of an older woman’s experience and its departure from the generally optimistic tone of other pieces. Perez notes a slight thematic disconnect with the “Healthy Lifestyle and good Health” section, specifically poems about tidying bedrooms, suggesting a missing link to broader expectations placed on women.
Ode to Women is positioned as a comforting and engaging read for those seeking a “warm, snug book to cozy up with.”