A book of erotic haiku following a young woman's journey as she reclaims her sexuality. _____________________________
In a voice untainted by societal norms and boundaries or personal inhibitions, Lori A Minor shares her voyage into sexual freedom and discovery. Her senryu are raw, edgy, honest, painful, passionate, and erotic. Lori invites us all to explore and control our own sexual identity and pleasure. Recycled Virgin is a very empowering book.
- Terri L. French Editor at contemporary haibun online, and Author of The Color of Bruises, Keepers, and Fully Human
Recycled Virgin is a tour de force that takes senryu into rarely-charted waters. As Lori explores the insidious nature of purity culture, she leaves no stone of her sexual journey unturned. Daring in its vulnerability, this collection is brimming with searing honesty and norm-defying bravery. A must-read!
- Tia Haynes Author of Leftover Ribbon and forthcoming Editor of Prune Juice Journal 2021