Thinking of taking a vacation or a retreat to focus on poetry? Might I suggest you do so in the Italian countryside town of Recanati with myself and a number of other talented poets? This July 19-25, I'll be teaching the poetry workshop at the annual Leopardi Writing Conference, taking place in Recanati, a gorgeous … Continue reading Join me in Italy for poetry!
Workshop registration open: Recurrence and Echo as Focus in Poetry
Sometimes we are doomed to write the same poem over and over, even if it takes different forms. Sometimes we write in new spaces and on different topics, only to find ourselves circling back to our obsessions. How do our obsessions manifest in our poetry, consciously or otherwise? Knowing what they are and how they … Continue reading Workshop registration open: Recurrence and Echo as Focus in Poetry
Now offering writing critiques!
Are you struggling with a poem, trying to nail down its voice, or identify its deeper concerns? Maybe you're just wondering how to tighten up the language, add image or texture? If you'd like a practiced, careful eye on your work, please let me know! I'm excited to be joining Brooklyn Poets' writer/mentor space, The … Continue reading Now offering writing critiques!