Carl Manlan

Carl Manlan is an emerging voice in contemporary poetry. his writing navigates the holistic landscape of human emotion and explores the delicate balance between loss and renewal, often finding beauty in the most challenging of human experiences. A native of Abidjan, Côte d‘Ivoire, his creative work is a reflection of his own life experiences, particularly the profound shifts that follow loss. with a background in policy, finance, and social impact, he brings a raw and empathetic lens to his poetry. “i can breathe“ is his debut collection, born from a deeply personal journey through grief and a quiet search for inner light; it is a poignant and hopeful exploration of how prosperity blooms from the ashes of grief.