Come the Slumberless To the Land of Nod

-This book was inspired by a friend’s murder and subsequent trial, which coincided with the Brimhall’s pregnancy.

-During her pregnancy, Brimhall sailed the arctic, which proved to be a profound influence on the book.

-This book discusses motherhood, sex, death, murder, justice, and despair in a direct and unflinching manner.

-Three incredible lyrical essays are interspersed with the poetry, Murder Ballad in the Arctic,
Murder Ballad in the Land of Nod,
Murder Ballad Awaiting Sentencing.