““Here, in the hush between heartbreak and healing, I found sacred ground—where self-love took root, friendships flourished, and love began to align with truth... “”
About the collection
This collection began as a compilation of poems scattered across my diary (lovingly referred to as The Green Book), my laptop, and my phone, written from my early teens to my thirties. What started as a manuscript of 13 poems has now grown into something much more expansive.
These poems explore themes of self-worth, self-acceptance, and the many challenges we face in life—success and failure, love and grief, betrayal, spirituality and silence. Each piece is an offering to those who have ever carried a quiet yearning or struggled to accept themselves as they are and let go of the restrictive norms that we are fed from a young age.
I hope that these words provide encouragement, courage, and wisdom—and that they serve as a reminder that we are never truly alone on the path to wholeness.
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Early Praise for What The Silence Gave Me
“Some of the most beautiful poetry I’ve ever read. Henrietta’s voice balances wisdom and illustration—she almost sounds like a deity. These poems took me to places I’ve been and showed me things I hadn’t seen before.
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“A deep and raw journey through mental anguish, love, and healing. These poems expose emotions we often gloss over and guide us gently toward the light at the end of the tunnel.”
“A moving collection of poetry that captures grief and self-discovery.”
Working on the collection
I’ve always dreamt of publishing a book—in fact, it was one of my very first dreams as a child. Over the years, I was encouraged by so many people who believed in me. In June 2025, I finally sat down to create my first manuscript, which began with just 13 original poems. Since then, the collection has grown into something so much more.

Timeline: June 2025 - Publishing TBD
Early Timeline: Beginnings
Manuscript of 13 poems created
June 2025
Collection expanded to 25+ pieces and took on a defined structure
Late June 2025
Editorial report received July 15th, 2025
Book sections added after editorial review, copyright registered in Canada
Late July 2025
Current Timeline: Preparation
Book illustrations finalized, website domain purchased
Late July 2025, Early August
Discussions with book designers
Late July and early August 2025
Website domain purchased and published
Early August 2025
Prepare finalized manuscript for copyright in US
Mid August 2025
Register ISBN for all book versions
Mid-August - Early September 2025
Future timeline: Publishing and Launch
Start collaboration with book designers and illustrators
Mid August - Early September 2025
Finalize book front and back matter from book designers
Mid August - Early September 2025
Social media advertising
Mid August - Mid September 2025
Finalize book for hardcover and e-book publishing
Late September- Mid October 2025
Publishing and future updates
TBD