Génesis Andrea Toapanta Ramos, or simply Andrea Toapanta (Quito, 2001) is an Ecuadorian poet known for her evocative and introspective style. Influenced by writers like Pablo Neruda and César Vallejo, she began writing poetry in her childhood and gained national recognition with her collection Puntos Suspensivos, which consists of eight poems and won second prize at the 3rd “David Ledesma” National Poetry Contest in 2021. Her work explores themes of love, loss, and existentialism, characterized by vivid imagery and emotional depth.
Recognition
The 3rd “David Ledesma” National Poetry Contest (The III Concurso Nacional de Poesía “David Ledesma”) was held in Guayaquil, Ecuador, in January 2021, with a distinguished jury consisting of César Carbache, Luz Amparo Restrepo, César Eduardo Galarza, and María Fernanda Portés. The contest recognized outstanding contributions to contemporary Ecuadorian poetry. Andrea Toapanta’s collection Puntos Suspensivos, submitted under the pseudonym “Cinere,” was awarded the second prize. The jury praised her work for its impassioned tone, dynamic rhythm, and use of lyrical apostrophe, noting its powerful interrogative and exclamatory style. The contest continues to be a vital platform for emerging poets.
Source
- Pro Ecuador Literario, “Puntos Suspensivos, de Andrea Toapanta – Segundo Premio en el III Concurso de Poesía ‘David Ledesma’.” Retrieved on October 4, 2024. Click to view.