One of the more delightful aspects of running a national literary competition is coming across new and talented writers. Among the hundreds of entries received, there is very occasionally one that stands out and announces that here is a talent that needs to be watched. This point of recognition is hard to define; it is akin to the tingle that comes with finding a beautiful new shell on a windswept beach. Michael Dom's poetry came to us in this way. His was an evolving talent that was constrained by opportunity and unease about recognition in a society that can attach political meaning to...
One of the more delightful aspects of running a national literary competition is coming across new and talented writers. Among the hundreds of entries...
"A poem is a powerful weapon, especially in the hands of a master like Michael Dom. One day the politicians will rue their deafness." Phil Fitzpatrick Author & publisher Pukupuk Publishing "I assure you that you will experience the anguish and mischief of PNG politics in your mind's eye and equally a hope for a brighter future in this work." Kelakapkora Sil Bolkin Author of The Flight of the Galkope ..".the end result of struggle may be a real threat to privilege and entitlement. Michael Dom uses poetry to reveal such truths without ever glossing over the difficulties of moving to a better...
"A poem is a powerful weapon, especially in the hands of a master like Michael Dom. One day the politicians will rue their deafness." Phil Fitzpatrick...
