Follow The Butterflies

About the Book

Follow the Butterflies is a debut collection which tracks the metamorphosis from childhood to womanhood, opening with early experiences and observations before culminating in reflections on the eve of marriage. The poetry in this volume was composed over the course of six years spent in the anthropological equivalent of a chrysalis; secondary and tertiary education. Ranging from witty observations to elegiac verses, these poems touch on the author's experiences as a child and adolescent, through to observations made working in the galleries of a museum and as a United Nations Youth volunteer, punctuated by funny and moving encounters with people from all walks of life.

About the Author

Sarah Paterson has recently finished a first class honours degree in English at the University of Otago, where she has had poetry appear in numerous publications and media such as Deep South, Critic, Otago Daily Times, Typewriter and Channel 9. Throughout her degree she has loved working at the beautiful Otago Museum where she has found much inspiration and a husband. She has also been an active member of UN Youth New Zealand, her church congregation and a part time nanny. She lives with her husband, her best friend and her cat Mrs Dalloway, all of whom provide daily inspiration and entertainment.