Description
About the Book
After the death of her estranged father, artist Rita struggles with grief and regret. There was so much she wanted to ask him—about his childhood, their family, and the Mi’kmaq language and culture from which Rita feels disconnected. But when Rita’s girlfriend Molly forges an artist’s residency application on her behalf, winning Rita a week to paint at an isolated cabin, Rita is both furious and intrigued. The residency is located where her father grew up.
On the first night at the cabin, Rita wakes to strange sounds. Was that a body being dragged through the woods? When she questions the locals about the cabin’s history, they are suspicious and unhelpful. Ignoring her unease, Rita gives in to dark visions that emanate from the forest’s lake and the surrounding swamp. She feels its pull, channelling that energy into art like she’s never painted before. But the uncanny visions become more insistent, more intrusive, and Rita discovers that in the swamp’s decay the end of one life is sometimes the beginning of another.
About the Author
Tiffany Morris is a Mi’kmaw/settler writer of speculative fiction and poetry from Kjipuktuk (Halifax), Nova Scotia. She is the author of the horror poetry collection Elegies of Rotting Stars (Nictitating Books, 2022). Her work has appeared in Uncanny Magazine, Nightmare Magazine, and Apex Magazine, among others. She has an MA in English with a focus on Indigenous Futurisms. She is a member of the Speculative Fiction Poetry Association and the Horror Writers Association, and her work has been nominated for the Rhysling and Aurora Awards, and recently won the Elgin Award.
Sarah Blackwell (verified owner) –
WOW!! I can’t say enough good things about this. I pre-ordered a copy and will be telling literally everyone I know about this book.
First, the cover… this has to be one of my favorite covers I have ever seen. The colors, the art style, it’s perfect!
Second…some of the BEST writing I have ever read. It felt like being transported into the body of the main character. It was atmospheric, haunting, beautiful, and terribly sad all at once.
Juliet Gakii –
Tiffany Morris’ Green Fuse Burning is a moving collection of poems that explores nature, change, and the deep connections between people and the Earth. Inspired by her Mi’kmaq heritage, Morris writes with a mix of beauty and intensity, reminding us of how fragile and powerful life can be.
The poems focus on cycles of life—growth, destruction, and renewal—showing nature as both a comfort and a force to be reckoned with. There’s an energy in her writing that pushes you to think about your connection to the planet and how we interact with it. By blending traditional wisdom with modern ideas, Morris creates something that feels fresh and deeply meaningful.
The cover fits perfectly with the book’s themes. The fiery greens and bold design reflect the energy of the poems inside, capturing the feeling of life, growth, and transformation. It’s eye-catching and gives you a glimpse of the vivid, emotional journey waiting in the pages.
Green Fuse Burning is a celebration of nature’s beauty and a reminder of its power. It’s a great read for anyone who loves poetry that’s both thought-provoking and deeply emotional.