Yrsa Daley-Ward is a British poet and writer of Jamaican and Nigerian descent, renowned for her evocative explorations of identity, mental health, and human connection. She gained critical acclaim with her debut poetry collection, "bone," published by Penguin Books, and later penned the autobiographical novel "The Terrible," which earned her the PEN Ackerley Prize. Her work also includes "The How," a lyrical meditation on self-discovery, and the short story collection "On Snakes and Other Stories," published by 3:AM Press. Beyond traditional publishing, Daley-Ward co-wrote Beyoncé's visual album "Black Is King," blending her poetic voice with music and film.
Daley-Ward's writing is characterized by its raw emotional depth and fusion of poetry with performance art. Raised in Chorley, England, by her Seventh-Day Adventist grandparents, her multicultural heritage deeply influences her themes of belonging and resilience. She founded the utter™ movement, which combines neuroscience and poetry to promote brain health and creative healing. Based in Los Angeles, Daley-Ward continues to captivate audiences through her live performances and literary works, cementing her reputation as a distinctive voice in contemporary literature.