Today we’d like to introduce you to Alejandro Delgado.
Hi Alejandro, please kick things off for us with an introduction to yourself and your story.
I’ve always believed that stories are meant to be told, especially the ones that come from the soul. My journey as a writer began during a moment of deep introspection and emotional turbulence. Writing became my refuge—a way to make sense of everything I was feeling. Poetry gave me a voice when I didn’t know how to speak.
What started as private journal entries turned into full poems, and eventually, full books. My first poetry book took me three and a half months to finish. It was 120 pages of raw emotion, vulnerability, and healing. From there, my second book took six months. My third book—my most personal and transformative one—took two years. Right now, I’m writing my first novel, and it’s been four years in the making. It’s a slow, powerful process, and I wouldn’t change it for anything.
For me, writing isn’t just a career—it’s a legacy. Every word I publish is a piece of myself, and I want my readers to feel that honesty. Over time, I’ve learned to trust my instincts, to write with intention, and to embrace help when needed. I’ve worked with incredible editors and professionals, and their guidance has shaped my growth.
More than anything, I want my work to connect—to help people feel seen, understood, and inspired. I write because I believe words can heal. And if my story helps someone out there keep going, then it’s all been worth it.
Would you say it’s been a smooth road, and if not what are some of the biggest challenges you’ve faced along the way?
It definitely hasn’t been a smooth road. I’ve faced my fair share of obstacles—personal, creative, and emotional. One of the biggest was losing myself when I moved to the United States. Leaving behind my country, my culture, my friends, and my family created a silence I had never known. I felt disconnected from everything that once made me feel like me. It was like starting over without knowing who I was supposed to become.
Grief was another weight I carried—grief for people I lost, places that no longer felt like home, and versions of myself that no longer existed. But I turned that pain into poetry. Writing became therapy. It became survival. It became a way back to myself.
There were also doubts. Like many artists, I questioned if my words mattered, if anyone would listen, if I even deserved to call myself a writer. And then came the practical struggles—navigating publishing, finding the right editors, and building a readership without losing the soul of my work.
But through all that, I grew. I found peace in solitude, strength in vulnerability, and eventually, true love—the kind that reminds you who you are when you forget. My journey hasn’t been perfect, but it’s been honest. And that, to me, is everything.
Thanks – so what else should our readers know about your work and what you’re currently focused on?
I’m a poet. But more than that—I’m a storyteller of the heart. I write about grief, healing, identity, love, and the quiet moments that shape us. My work is personal, raw, and rooted in emotional honesty. I don’t hide behind metaphors—I use them to reveal. Every word I write comes from lived experience.
I specialize in poetry, both in Spanish and English, and I’ve independently published several poetry books that explore different emotional landscapes—from heartbreak to growth, from silence to resilience. I’m also a ghostwriter for other poets, helping them shape their voices when they don’t yet know how to. That, too, is something I take great pride in.
What sets my work apart is its authenticity. I don’t write for trends. I write for connection—for the people who need a voice when they can’t find their own. And somehow, that has resonated with readers across borders.
What I’m most proud of isn’t just the books I’ve published—it’s the messages I get from strangers who say, “This poem helped me feel understood.” That’s what keeps me writing. That’s the work I’m here to do.
What would you say have been one of the most important lessons you’ve learned?
The most important lesson I’ve learned is that healing is not a destination—it’s a constant process. And that’s okay.
For a long time, I thought that once I reached a certain milestone—publishing a book, finding love, moving forward—I would finally feel complete. But life keeps unfolding, and so does our pain, our growth, our understanding of who we are.
I’ve learned that there is strength in vulnerability, and that true connection only comes when we stop pretending we’re okay. I’ve also learned that it’s okay to outgrow places, people, and even versions of ourselves.
Letting go is part of the journey.
And most of all—I’ve learned to be patient with myself. To sit with the silence, to honor the process, and to write even when it hurts. Especially when it hurts.
Pricing:
- Custom poetry piece (short) – $40
- Personalized long-form poem – $80
- Poetry book ghostwriting (starting price, includes consultation) – $350
- One-on-one creative writing session (1 hr) – $60
- Physical poetry books (signed copy) – $25 + shipping
Contact Info:
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ja.poeta?igsh=MW9qZWZ4dWh3dTZ1cw%3D%3D&utm_source=qr
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/16DcvJLLcq/?mibextid=wwXIfr
- Other: https://a.co/d/8TEdfZ6
