LitLife to host adults-only reading for "Breadcrumb Scabs"

By: Brittney Schering

To kick-off "Banned Books Week," Grand Rapids' Literary Life Bookstore (LitLife) will host an adults-only poetry reading for the Michigan contributors of "Breadcrumb Scabs" on Thursday, Sept. 30 at 7:00 p.m.

The non-mainstream poetry magazine, known as "Breadcrumb Scabs," displays poetry that is often dark, confessional, surreal, erotic, and bizarre. It especially seeks contributions from women and LGBT (the lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender community).

Lena Drake, editor-in-chief, is a student at Grand Valley State University, where she works to obtain degrees in Creative Writing and Women & Gender Studies.

"Note that the poetry to be read aloud during this event may contain explicit language and/or concepts, and is recommended for adults only," warns LitLife.

The reading will take place at 758 Wealthy Street SE in Grand Rapids.

For more information on the event or the publication, please check out www.breadcrumbscabs.com or www.literarylifebookstore.com/news/may-events-at-litlife.