It gives us great pleasure to that Paolo Javier’s the time at the end of this writing was honoured by Small Press Traffic as one of five outstanding books of poetry to represent SPT’s choice for ‘Books of the Year 2004′. Other poets honoured alongside Paolo were Jeanne Heuving, Christine Hume, Kaia Sand, and Ron Silliman. Read a PDF of the press release by clicking here.

If you’re in the States, best bet is to grab Paolo’s book from Paolo’s page at Small Press Distribution. We’re getting close to the end of our print run, and this announcement will probably see us sell out of this fine book?so grab ‘em while ya can!

If you’re in Canada or on the other side of the pond(s), best to drop us a line, or browse through our store.

On a personal note, I’d just like to say that Paolo’s book was a daring first book, the time at the end of this writing It was presented to us a few years ago, when a newly reinvigorated Ahadada was looking for something that encapsulated our aesthetic. So kudos to Paolo for having the courage to take risks in his first book. It paid off not only with great honor for the Press, but ensured that we will continue to present young, important voices.

Also, Paolo’s got a new one out from O Books.

Writes Rodrigo Toscano: “Paolo Javier’s 60 lv bo(e)mbs is one of the most radically detourned poetics that I’ve encountered in a long time. Rocking hard the perimeter of a national American literary metabolic center, Javier deftly develops what critical theorists have only been able to talk about: the birth of a non-idealist anticipatory-resilient para-national subject. His poetry engenders a polysemic motility that gives inner-life to this new state of independence. What does that mean? It means your kolonial momma’s got your poppa’s digits ? by the products.

How’s the blog world reacting to this announcement? Eilieen Tabios weighs in, Bino A. Realuyo shows some love and Barbara Jane Reyes’ got the info.

Peace all,
Ahadada out!