Ilyus Evander reads "The Cost of Staying"

[@robmccabe27]

This is an amazing poem. Being an openly Queer man, I too, have done things to survive and I commend you for your courage. I can't wait to buy your book. I am the first Openly Queer Poet Laureate of The City of Gulfport, in Gulfport, Florida.Thank you again for your powerful poem.

[@juliacohen8389]

a poem that suddenly dunks you into a different life - and does so effectively and with no hesitation

[@livmammonepoems]

HOLY SHEET THAT'S MY FRIEND

[@bouncingbean]

Powerful. I have many thoughts & feelings, but few words. So just…Thank you.

[@sweetkarasu7244]

Phenomenal talent

[@AspienPadda]

Yes. Content warnings. Yes

[@MewWolf5]

Moving

[@bayanm.3564]

Don't stop man. Write more

[@logan2113]

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