“Lola joins the ranks of an exciting new wave of young female bards who are widening the appeal of poetry for a new generation.”
- Sunday Times Style magazine
‘Penguin scoops 'exquisite' poetry collection from Theresa Lola’
CEREMONY FOR THE NAMELESS, a poetry collection by Theresa Lola will be published by Penguin on 7th November 2024.
Far-reaching and musical, Theresa Lola’s second poetry book explores the role of naming in shaping our identities, our aspirations, what we carry and how we belong. In Yoruba tradition, the act of naming a child carries significance, serving as the initial inspiration for this book's exploration into the importance of names and naming.
From quietly scribbling in school to boldly sharing her words.
Theresa Lola is a poet, writer, and founder of storyvive. Her work explores themes of self discovery, transformation, cultural heritage, and belonging. She has been commissioned by Selfridges, Rimowa, Royal Festival Hall, National Gallery, Audible, and more. She holds a Masters in Creative Writing from University of Oxford.
Theresa was featured in the ‘Forces for Change’ issue of British Vogue as a next generation talent. In 2022 her poem was added to the GCSE English Literature syllabus.
In 2018 Lola was awarded the Brunel International African Poetry Prize. She has read her work across the UK and internationally.
