A Melancholy Sweeter than Common Joy
by Hannah Wilkinson

Inspired by Emily Brontë’s haunting words, A Melancholy Sweeter than Common Joy is a deeply introspective and emotionally rich collection of poetry that navigates the complexities of love, loss, trauma, and healing. Hannah Wilkinson weaves together themes of grief, resilience, memory, and self-discovery with raw honesty and lyrical beauty.

Through evocative verse and intimate reflections—including poignant selections from her late mother’s journal—Wilkinson invites readers into a deeply personal journey of pain and perseverance. This collection explores the weight of nostalgia, the struggle to move forward, and the quiet strength found in confronting the past.

For those who have ever loved fiercely, lost deeply, or found solace in poetry’s ability to articulate the unspoken, A Melancholy Sweeter than Common Joy is a poignant and powerful companion.