PenThrill launches 2 books of Tialila Kikon

The two poetry books titled ‘Lemons and Sunflowers and All Things Yellow’ and ‘My Haiku Heart’ by Author, poet and educator, Tialila Kikon were launched on April 4 at Tia Ki Nagaland Art Space, Dimapur. The books were officially released by independent researcher and editor Dr. Vizovono Elizabeth and mark the 118th and 119th publications of PenThrill Publishing House. These are Tialila Kikon’s sixth and seventh poetry books respectively, and the launch was her first public release event.
In her address, Dr. Vizovono Elizabeth described it as a privilege to be part of the launch of the two books. She stated that she stood at the event as a fellow writer to “champion” the author’s work, noting that to champion meant to bring the work forward, make it visible, and ensure others take notice.
She noted that writers and creatives often struggle with visibility and emphasized the importance of encouragement, support, and acknowledgment, particularly in the context of Nagaland, where a nurturing ecosystem for creative expression remains limited, noting that the value of art is yet to be fully recognized by the Nagas, and that many talented writers and artists struggle to gain visibility, recognition, and support for their work despite their skills and dedication
Author, Tialila Kikon expressed gratitude to PenThrill Publication House for supporting her publications and acknowledged those who contributed to the books.
She reflected on her inspiration, drawing from nature, life, love, human nature, and personal emotions, and noted that her Haiku poems often emerged from moments of solitude through the practice of counting syllables and engaging with words. She read her poem, “I am a sinking ship,” from Lemons and Sunflowers and All Things Yellow, describing poetry as a means of navigating life’s challenges.
She also expressed gratitude to God, noting her mother’s continued prayers as a source of strength and acknowledged the support of family, friends, and literary mentors, and encouraged the importance of keeping at least one form of artistic expression close, especially in moments of withdrawal from the crowd.