Maryville

"Maryville," by T. S. Eliot and Polari Prize-winning poet Joelle Taylor, is an innovative poetry collection that delves into the history, struggles, and spirit of queer London’s underground scene. Using the Maryville butch bar as a focal point, Taylor depicts the intimacy, pain, and resilience of a community through vivid, powerful language. Celebrated for its fearless and beautiful storytelling, this work offers a compelling exploration of identity, solidarity, and resistance.