about the book:
In this second edition, Re-Humanize offers a window into sexual assault and the messy path of survival. With poems that began forming just hours after being raped, Marlee shares her journey of emotional processing alongside facilitated discussion questions.
The ties between individual trauma and cultural wounding are made clear, as the writing expands and unpacks various issues rooted in objectification. Author Marlee Liss, who is well known for her groundbreaking restorative justice outcome following this sexual assault, grapples with her deeply held beliefs in transformation and humanity amidst such pain.
Re-Humanize takes readers on a journey, gently challenging individuals to deconstruct sources of suffering, combat shame and challenge silence surrounding rape culture and painful life experience. Each page serves as a reminder that our grief deserves to be held with love, our stories deserve reverence, and our transformation is within reach.
We are so excited to celebrate the launch of re-humanize: 2nd edition with you on november 26th! about the launch event:
We are excited to host this event on Nov. 26th at Toronto’s Liss Gallery in Yorkville at 112 Cumberland St. Attendees will enjoy community connection, a talk with the author and Q&A, raffle prizes, signed books available, photo booth and a performance from iconic drag queen The Star, Vita Love.
The event will run from 2:00-4:00pm as follows:
2:00 - Arrive & Mingle, Welcome Speech and Book Signings
2:20 - The Star, Vita Love - Drag Performance
3:00 - Author Talk and Q&A Session
3:45 - Raffle Prizes Drawn & Closing
Guests are welcome to stay for the full thing or to pop in for any length of time.
*The first 15 guests to RSVP will be entered to win a raffle prize! Register to attend for free below.
Books will be available at the event! However, if you want to order online today, visit the links below:
have any questions about the book, the event or marlee’s speaking work?
Feel free to email us at marlee@marleeliss.com
We’re always happy to answer your questions and to explore collaboration!