Shauna Barbosa

About the Author

Shauna Barbosa is a dynamic poet whose work bridges the Atlantic, drawing from her Cape Verdean heritage to explore themes of migration, identity, and the rhythms of diaspora life. Born in the United States to Cape Verdean parents, Barbosa's poetry resonates with the bluesy cadences of her ancestral islands, blending vivid imagery with introspective lyricism. Her debut collection, Cape Verdean Blues (Pitt Poetry Series), published to critical acclaim, captures the emotional undercurrents of cultural displacement and familial bonds, earning praise for its innovative form and unflinching honesty. A resident of Providence, Rhode Island, Barbosa continues to write and teach, infusing her verses with the soulful music of her roots while addressing contemporary global narratives.