Poetry

Self Portrait as a Blushing Petal, Nestled into the Melt

Daniela Paraguya Sow


Daniela Paraguya Sow was born in New York City, New York, and she was raised in Angeles City, Philippines, and in various cities in Southern California. She and her family currently live in San Diego, where she serves as faculty in the English Department at Grossmont College. Her writing has appeared in Mixed Asian Media, The Plentitudes Journal, The Hyacinth Review, The Lumiere Review, Sky Island Journal, Porch Literary Magazine, and elsewhere. Her debut poetry collection, entitled Half Moon Rising, will be published by Kelsay Books in June 2024. Connect with her at: danielasow.com.