"What is the opposite of a suicide note? An affirmation?" - Genesis Renji

In this raw, unfiltered collection of poetry and prose, Apollo delves fearlessly into the intersections of mental illness, menstruation, healing, and love of all kinds. Following a devastating breakup and a Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD) diagnosis, Apollo returned to writing as a means of survival. After a seven-year hiatus, Opposite of a Suicide Note was born.

Complimented by the visual art of Xeroine Illustration and the photography of Sptmbrborn, this collection also serves as a visually stunning collaboration between Milwaukee creatives. Brave, tender, and unashamed, Opposite of a Suicide Note is a love letter to existence in all its messy, glorious complexity.

Content Warning: Menstruation, sexual assault, mental illness