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THE AUTOBIOGRAPHY OF NANCY DREW

Paperback Book, 94 Pages

Cover Art by Casey Hannan / Cover by Tucker Jameson

A Collection of Thirst Traps, Sonnets, & Other Forms “The Autobiography of Nancy Drew” offers an unexpected and unique perspective on the profound impact of pop culture icons. Within these pages, are a celebration of both strong fictional divas and real-life rock stars. Each poem serves as a self-portrait, capturing the essence of iconography through physical and corporeal manifestations. Stark contrasts emerge, juxtaposing the present with a deeper sense of presence. As you journey through these verses, you’ll encounter a blend of melancholy, mystery, and sensuality—a tantalizing exploration of Nancy Drew’s ilk.

“How simply words fall onto another & kiss

Each other w/ the smallest slip of space”

from “Thirst Trap for L’Inconnue de la Seine”

THIRST TRAP

SOY WAX CANDLE BY MARVEL + MOON

Just like RJ Ingram's titular muse, this candle asks you to step into the world of mystery and intrigue with a captivating blend inspired by the timeless allure of Nancy Drew and the rich aroma of leather-bound books. As the flame flickers, unravel the essence of vintage libraries and whispered secrets. The scent of aged leather mingles with subtle notes of paper and a touch of enigmatic charm. More than a candle; this fragrance is an invitation to embark on a journey of discovery, to lose yourself in the pages of The Autobiography of Nancy Drew. Let the fragrance of bygone tales and daring adventures ignite your sense of curiosity as you trip through the pages of Ingram's poetry searching for answers.

Scent notes: Leather. Mahogany. Teakwood. Musk. Clary Sage. Pepper. Chamomile. 

Adornments: Oak bark and book pages.

ACCOLADES

“The Autobiography of Nancy Drew is a book that crackles with invention and energy while also (and often at the same time) grabbing our hearts in its sonically solid grip. RJ Ingram has used the springboard of culture and pop culture icons to journey into the story of connection, mystery, and, most importantly, stories themselves—what we tell ourselves and why and how we do so. This is a book unlike any other I’ve read; to read The Autobiography of Nancy Drew is also to read our own.”

—Lynn Melnick, Author of “I’ve Had to Think Up a Way to Survive”

RJ INGRAM

RJ Equality Ingram lives in Portland, Oregon & works as a used bookseller for Goodwill Industries of the Columbia Willamette. RJ received their MFA in creative writing from Saint Mary's College of California. The Autobiography of Nancy Drew is RJ's first collection. RJ's cat Brenda lost a leg posing for thirst traps.