BFAP nSIGHTINGS @ da Bus Stop: A Poetry Collection 1995-1997

In this richly detailed poetry collection, M.C. MoHagani Magnetek welcomes readers aboard the Houston Metro, the city bus that served as her lifeline to the city from 1995 to 1997. Each poem is a snapshot of her journey, vividly illustrating the characters, conversations, and landscapes that filled her daily commutes. Through her introspection, she reflects on the bustling urban environment, capturing the rhythm of life that unfolds in the confined space of the bus, from the intimate moments of shared glances with fellow passengers to the cacophony of voices and sounds that echo through the aisles.

Magnetek's keen observations reveal the complexities of her young adulthood as she grapples with her identity, dreams, and the realities of life in a vibrant city. With each verse, she paints a portrait of resilience and discovery, exploring themes of connection and solitude while navigating the challenges of growing up. This collection documents her personal journey and invites readers to reflect on their experiences of transit and transformation in the vast tapestry of urban life. Through this poetry collection, M.C. MoHagani Magnetek takes the audience along for a ride on Houston Metro, the city bus that was her secondary mode of transportation from 1995 to 1997. Introspection and observation are her tools for accessing the world and navigating the terrain of young adulthood.