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Washington, DC – Dinahsta Thomas, commonly known as Miss Kiane is set to release her first CD entitled, Permanent Impression in March 2006.
Miss Kiane’s style is a refreshing blend of poetry where the fragileness of one’s faith is challenged by frustration and personal commitment towards one’s self and God.
“The passion in these pieces is reminiscent of literary greats like James Baldwin & Ralph Ellison,” says one of Miss Kiane’s frequent listeners and supporters.
An eclectic collection, Permanent Impression, incorporates the relaxing sounds of cool jazz, classical piano, island rhythms and more.
“It’s real poetry for real people dealing with real situations,” says Miss Kiane. “It’s about faith, and the journey that faith takes you on.”
Recognized by the National Poetry Society as a distinguished poet, Miss Kiane’s accomplishments include four published poems, a copy written collection of original poems and at least four authored/co-authored theatrical productions.
For more information on Miss Kiane and her project, Permanent Impression, visit www.kianeink.com.
- D.L. Muir of IWRITE Student Services
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Life has its many twists and turns, but the one thing that has been consistent for Miss Kiane is her poetry. "Some people thrive on the competition of Corporate America. While others labor to save the Earth. I write. Poetry is my friend...my soul....my catharsis....my gift to the world".
Miss Kiane says that her mother influenced her writing. "As a matter of fact, she was the inspiration for my very first published poem. She encouraged me to "read" the dictionary and find words that were rarely used but had profound meaning".
Miss Kiane has been writing poetry since grade school with publications in several creative writing magazines. The Poetry Society has recognized and published her work in at least two of their anthologies. She's had the pleasure of performing in several diverse venues such as college campuses, spoken word clubs, and churches.
As a born again Believer in Jesus Christ, Miss Kiane's poetry is extremely spiritual. It speaks to the worshipful relationship between God and the Believer, but it also speaks to the deeply felt feelings of one's soul during what we call "process".
As a spoken word artist, her work is not typical. The message is deep. It's provoking. It's life-changing.
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