DIOSA by Celeste Alyssa Gomez

DIOSA serves as the latest evolution in Celeste Gomez’s poetic journey as an author, artist, and writer. Following the release of her debut work, BESOS, this new collection holds profound personal significance, marking a transformative period in her creative life.

The development of DIOSA began alongside the launch of her first book in 2022. Over the course of three years, Gomez meticulously wrote, edited, and eventually reimagined the entire manuscript to align with her shifting perspective.

The Heart of the Collection

For Gomez, the title DIOSA carries layers of meaning:

Balance of Self: Through the writing process, she discovered the ability to be both soft and powerful, learning how to let those traits shine both independently and in harmony.

The Body as Sanctuary: The work explores the beauty of the physical form, portraying the body as a home that deserves honor and reverence.

Personal Healing: While the poems provided Gomez with her own sense of solace, she wrote them with the hope that they would offer readers healing, comfort, and a lasting sense of "home" within themselves.

LA-based Latina Poet and Author, Celeste Alyssa Gomez, is a ground-breaking performer who rose from the world of self-publishing. She completed her first tour in 2025 called Los Recuerdos - a tour highlighting the poetry within Celeste’s first book, BESOS. BESOS is available in both English and Spanish and has been featured in various articles/podcasts like HipLatina, Harness Magazine, Latina Leadership, and more. It’s in various bookstores within the U.S. and internationally, including big retailers like Barnes & Noble. Her other work includes the CHISMOSA Zine, where she's a co-editor as well as being a co-founder for the Hermosa y Libros Book Festival.

Celeste signed with Alegría Publishing in July 2025 to produce DIOSA. Alegría Publishing is one of the most notable publishers that focuses on publishing Latine/x stories and supporting new emerging voices. Alegría is a community that connects, inspires, and highlights the beauty, the lineage, the thousands of years of positive contributions to this planet by artists & leaders of color.