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Allyna Rae Storms, an up-and-coming poet from Minnesota, announces the release of her first poetry collection, Make Art. Make War. This powerful work dives deep into themes of resilience, healing, and the emotional journey of overcoming trauma. The collection is split into three distinctive segments: The Prophecy, Memento Mori, and Revenant. These sections represent the journey from questioning what we deserve to accepting loss for growth and ultimately embracing a more confident self.

Storms’ work captures the raw emotions surrounding healing from both private and public injustices, such as grief, betrayal, love, loss, confusion, and strength. The poet writes to give voice to those struggling to heal, offering a pathway through words.

About the Author

Allyna Rae Storms is an emerging poet whose work explores themes of trauma, resilience, and self-expression. Her poetry has been featured in multiple prestigious venues, including Richard Stephens’ tribute to Tim O’Brien’s The Things They Carried exhibit in 2024. In the same year, Storms’ poems placed 1st, 2nd, and 2nd in the 2024 Minneapolis Veterans Affairs Creative Arts Competition, with works such as “Where Does Legacy Go?” and “Curtains.” Her poetry was also featured in Demeter’s Garden Anthology digital magazine in 2025.

What Inspired Make Art. Make War.?

The poems in Make Art. Make War. were born from Allyna’s personal journey through healing and her belief that creative expression is a universal pathway to overcoming adversity. “I knew I wasn’t the only one experiencing these emotions,” Storms explains. “By sharing my poetry, I hope to make others feel less alone and empower them to stand up for themselves and fight for their voice.”

Key Messages for Readers

Storms’ poetry emphasizes that growth takes time and is often challenging. The collection shows how joy and love can coexist with grief and betrayal. It speaks to the power of self-expression and the importance of speaking one’s truth. As the poet shares, “Your voice matters. No matter how big or small, you have the power to create change, even if that change is just within yourself.”

Availability

Make Art. Make War. is now available for purchase through major online retailers. For more information and to connect with Allyna, visit her Instagram at @a.r.s.poetry

Global Book Network – Allyna Rae Storms, Author of Make Art. Make War.

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