The Span of a Small Forever

April Gibson’s debut collection powerfully explores the experience of a Black woman living with chronic illness, using lyrical language to illuminate themes of disability, healthcare, and identity through feminist, socio-economic, and racial perspectives. With honesty and vulnerability, the collection navigates emotional depths, memories, and transformations, offering a profound reflection on body, loss, and resilience. It is both a personal testimony and a celebration of strength, capturing the complexity of navigating health and womanhood with courage and grace.