The Left-Behind Child

Romalyn Ante is a Filipino-British poet known for her powerful and evocative works that explore themes of identity, migration, and family. Her debut poetry collection, "Antiemetic for Homesickness," won the prestigious Somerset Maugham Award in 2020. Ante's writing style is characterized by its lyrical language and raw emotional depth, drawing on her own experiences as an immigrant in the UK. She has made a significant impact on the contemporary poetry scene, shedding light on the complexities of cultural displacement and the search for belonging. "Antiemetic for Homesickness" is her most famous work, showcasing Ante's talent for capturing the nuances of the immigrant experience with sensitivity and insight.