“Not every poem is somber. There’s joy, nostalgia, and resilience woven throughout. “No Crumbs”radiates a sense of defiant celebration, dancing barefoot, singing loudly, and drinking from the best crystal just because. It’s a reminder that life, despite its chaos, is meant to be lived fully. “Burleigh Heads” is a sunlit memory, rich with beachside warmth and the comfort of familiar words from a loved one. These pieces show Eliza’s ability to balance light and dark, making sure the book doesn’t drown in its own heaviness.

At times, the poetry leans into the abstract, which can be both a strength and a challenge. Some pieces feel like riddles wrapped in emotion, requiring multiple reads to fully grasp. “The Architect”and “Matrix” explore metaphysical ideas that leave the reader pondering, but they also risk feeling elusive. That said, this quality adds to the book’s charm and it doesn’t hand you answers but instead nudges you toward your own interpretations.

Orphic Wonder is for those who appreciate poetry that doesn’t shy away from the messiness of existence. If you’ve ever wrestled with identity, faith, or the ghosts of your past, there’s something here that will echo in you. It’s the kind of book you keep nearby, flipping through when you need a moment of connection. Eliza’s words don’t just sit on the page; they linger, they whisper, they stay.

Judge – Literary Titan Awards

“Some so deep it was surprising! We all need this book, open a page, any page and you will find what your heart needs to hear. Thank you KB Eliza for bringing me back to the light”

Melissa- Healer Melbourne

“I found myself taking snippets of them and posting them elsewhere on my social media because they are completely relatable. It’s strange to see your feelings written down by someone other than yourself but it also gives you the sense that you’re not entirely alone. There are definitely parts of this that I will come back to over and over again.” 

Rosie- Netgalley reviewer