Bardi Jawi man and author Bebe Backhouse joins Vanessa Morris on Banksia to talk all about their new and debut poem collection more than these bones which explores first love and loss, and a journey through queer identity and self-acceptance.

Bebe explains the catalyst behind capturing different relationships and experiences in the book which have played unique roles in their identity in who they are today.

He also talks about the accompanying hand-drawn notes, drawings and photographs which connect to the poems throughout more than these bones, and how its done through a journalistic style, making it a personal and heartfelt experience.

more than these bones will be launching at Readings in Carlton on 23 March.

It is available now through Magabala books

Listen to the interview below.