The Golem Verses

Of this book of poems by Diane R. Wiener, the poet Ona Gritz has written, "In Diane Wiener's original and fearless debut collection, we enter a dreamscape where Jewish mysticism, childhood games, pop culture and poetry's canon are blended together and all fair game. At its heart is Golem-part advisor, part imaginary playmate, possible lover-a mythical figure who "believe[s] she can be anything" and is playful, wise, and always kind. Wiener welcomes us into a magical, mystifying world that is somehow also intimate and familiar. "Tie the bows," she generously tells us, "hem your brushed brown trousers. Lean in, I'm here."