A young woman weaves her experience of abuse into the folklore of her ancestors. A student addresses his OCD by writing letters to it. A Paralympic medallist reflects upon his journey into a challenging new lifestyle. From language politics to neurodivergence, cultural heritage to sexual identity, from immigration to race, these are insights shared with great care, sincerity, and often humour.

Hanan Issa is a Welsh-Iraqi writer who explores narrative history and the ways we connect in her writing. She has collaborated with platforms including BBC Wales, Film4, Bush Theatre, Hay Festival, National Museum Wales, Artes Mundi, StAnza festival, Lumin Journal, and Literature Wales. She is the co-founder of the Where I'm Coming From open mic and her debut poetry pamphlet 'My Body Can House Two Hearts' is published by Burning Eye Books.