My Work

“From spirituality to pen and paper Mahdi’s vision is clear and concise. He is not afraid to share.”

In the re-release of his self-published poetry collection, I Can Show You Better Than I Can Tell You: Volume I, Asim’s work offers readers a thought-provoking look into a one-of-a-kind mind that dares to imagine a better world. The first in a volume of three, the poems in Volume I resonate with a unique voice, shaped by his coming-of-age in Chicago.

The D.C. inhabitant is an analyst by day and writer by night, penning raw and introspective poems that take the reader through his personal journey living in a community that is a proverbial melting pot of lifestyles and cultures.

His lilting prose was inspired by his mother’s love of the written word and watching her strength as she overcame her own struggles. This desire to observe and draw creative influence from his environment extended to his larger family and neighborhood.

“Music, arts, and hip-hop culture have had a significant influence on my work. This collection offers a deeply personal view into my mind and experiences, and I hope that it will be reflective for readers, helping them to come away with a sense of hope, survival, purpose—and the occasional laugh,” said Asim.