"Drowning in Dandelions" is a collection of poetry by Pelin Yuksel-a teenage author from Pennsylvania. Growing up, she was fascinated with poetry, and began to pour her thoughts into words after struggles with her health in 2020. It is filled with glimpses of hardships, burdens, and desires. This book is for all those who struggle with connecting to themselves or taking the next step forward... a reminder that emotional healing and fulfillment is possible." Pelin Yuksel is a 15-year-old author and high school student from Montgomery County, Pennsylvania. Growing up, she was fascinated with poetry, and began to pour her thoughts into words after a traumatic brain injury in September of 2020. Drowning in Dandelions explores the world of mental obstacles many young adults face whilst maturing, and is her first poetry book. i am a dandelion today for the first time in a long while