The Library of Ashes

Here, every poem is a smoldering page — whispered confessions, soft ruins, and sacred rage. Wander newest to oldest.

The Child, The Future, and Self-Discovery: Poems by Rowan Evans

October 3, 2025

Three intimate poems by Rowan Evans and Roo the Poet explore identity, heritage, and the ongoing journey of self-discovery. With a raw author’s note, these works confront the questions and truths that shape a life lived fully awake.
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The Mutation of Whiteness: A Raw Exposé by Rowan Evans

October 2, 2025

A searing, unapologetic poem exposing white privilege, societal lies, and the mutation of whiteness, by Rowan Evans.
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WOKE Part 3 Finale: Carrying the Fire of Truth – Poetry by Rowan Evans

October 2, 2025

The final installment of the WOKE trilogy delivers a fiery conclusion. Rowan Evans writes for the oppressed, the silenced, and the ignored—refusing to yield while the world sleeps.
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The Prayer of Two Tongues | Bilingual Love Poem in English & Tagalog by Rowan Evans

October 1, 2025

A bilingual love poem written in both English and Tagalog, “The Prayer of Two Tongues” explores intimacy, distance, and devotion across language and longing. Inspired by my muse, this piece weaves prayer and poetry into a bridge between hearts.
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Philippines Earthquake Relief: Standing in Solidarity from Afar

September 30, 2025

The Philippines faces a devastating earthquake shortly after a deadly storm. Though I cannot be there in person, my heart is with its people. Here are ways to help and a reflection on why this country holds such a special place in my life.
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WOKE Part 2: Bearing Witness to Injustice – Poetry by Rowan Evans

September 30, 2025

Rowan Evans continues the WOKE trilogy, amplifying voices silenced by history and systemic inequity. A confrontation with injustice, anger, and moral urgency.
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Threads of Home I Never Touched: My Journey Through Asia’s Cultures and Music

September 29, 2025

For over twenty years, Asia has shaped me through music, language, and people I’ve met along the way. From Japan to the Philippines, these connections have left an indelible mark on my life and my poetry.
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WOKE Part 1: Staying Awake in a World of Injustice – Poetry by Rowan Evans

September 29, 2025

A searing exploration of staying vigilant in a world of systemic injustice. Rowan Evans confronts oppression and the emotional toll of resisting a society that labels truth as crime.
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