Liquid Gold Tattooed is Kyokos' second collection of poetry after releasing her first book, Big Feels: I feel too much, in October 2022. This collection is about love, pain and life from the authors perspective. It is full of emotions and raw feelings. There is something in Liquid Gold Tattooed that any human being could relate to. Kyokos' words speak directly from her heart and the depths of her soul. While this book does contain pieces about pain and sorrow, it also shows the authors resilience and includes pieces of healing and the beauty of finding inner strength. This books' theme focuses on the Japanese art and practice of repairing broken pottery, by mending the areas of breakage with gold, and understanding that the piece is even more beautiful for having been broken There is no attempt to hide the damage, but instead itis illuminated. And like the broken pottery pieces, we are all more beautiful for being broken. Our cracks and scars on us are liquid gold tattooed.

"This is the second collection from Kyoko, and it is so very good.
There is a rawness about her poetry, but the beauty shines through strongly.
She is one of my favorite poets on Instagram.
This collection is full of emotion: anger, hurt, pain, heartbreak and renewal.
I read this in one sitting so I guess I loved it! I highly this collection to any poetry lovers" Jim Swenson

"Just a little advice, read this book twice.
it the first time just to enjoy each work on its own. Then read it again under the lens of the kintsukuroi. You will love it both times but for different reasons. My favorites are With Gold, A Hug, Tender Love, and Chosen. I will definitely be putting this on my poetry book shelf to be referenced. Do not miss this book, 5 stars is not enough. One of the best!!" Marshall Armstrong