Chat 'Bout!
An Anthology of Jamaican Conversations
(Autor) Shelly Sykes-ColeyChat Bout!: An Anthology of Jamaican Conversations Jamaicans love to tek bad tings mek laugh and Chat Bout! lets you get in on the conversation. Written in Patwa or Patois, Chat Bout! celebrates all things mundanely Jamaican. Unfiltered, honest and funny, it examines the idiosyncrasies of everyday Jamaican life - the good, the bad, and the ugly. Guided by Jamaican GPS, Chat Bout! takes you on a journey through Jamaica, past and present. Get lost while reminiscing down memory lane; stop and eavesdrop on conversations, and vicariously experience a minibus ride. Next thing you know, you are experiencing an unfortunate episode of runnin belly and having a good belly laugh while you are at it. Be thoroughly entertained by Chat Bout! and pick up some Patwa as brawta.
Shelly Sykes-Coley
Shelly Sykes-Coley is a renowned poet known for her collection "Whispers in the Wind," which explores themes of love, loss, and resilience. Her lyrical and evocative style captivates readers, drawing them into the depths of human emotion. Sykes-Coley's work has made significant contributions to contemporary poetry.