A Life in the Day of Nathan Jake (Incomplete)

A Life in the Day of Nathan Jake (Incomplete) is the debut pamphlet from poet Jake Nathan. Combining two of his passions, the pamphlet is composed of poems written to the titles of hip-hop songs.

"If words were ice skates Jake Nathan would be both Torvill and Dean" - David Chidge

"Don’t call this a debut, Jake Nathan’s been here for decades, as thoughtful experience and razor-sharp intelligence blast from these pages, louder than the classic hip-hop anthems he’s chosen as his titles." - S. Reeson

"This is Jake at his most emotional, angry, powerful, & tender. These poems are both whispers & screams, both shattered & carefully stitched back together." - Fiona Broadhurst

"This album of words inspired by hip hop titles cradles those who struggle in a world torn apart by men who could do with a cuddle." - Annaliese Broughton

"This is mastery. Whether on the page or behind a mic, Jake writes with intention. Every bar is accounted for and hip hop fans will recognise the lineage. I still find a new favourite line whenever I pick it up." - Em Hunter

About the author:

Jake Nathan is a poet and artist, from East London. His work focuses on mental health, masculinity, social justice and being working class in England. 

He is a multiple-time poetry slam winner and grand poetry slam champion. Based in Essex, he performs his poetry and teaches workshops across the country.

Jake has featured at the Faversham Literary Festival, Essex Writers’ House Festival, Margate Bookie Festival and the Medway River Lit Festival. His poems have been featured on BBC Radio and various podcasts. His page poetry has been published by Anti-Heroin Chic, Thanet Writers and elsewhere. You can follow Jake at @jakenathancreates on Instagram.