In just a few weeks, I will be joining an exceptional group of poets at Baylor University's Beall Poetry Festival, a three-day event showcasing modern poetry through readings, discussions, and lectures.

beall.artsandsciences.baylor.edu

My family has roots in Toledo and it seems Cervantes may have been inspired by a great grandfather of mine.

Thinking about seminar on prayer as revision. How to charm a draft toward music and clarity. Incense or patchouli required.

This would be a small revision workshop for US-based and another for International writers.

Embracing the vibrant spirit of renewal, families unite under the glow of lanterns and fireworks, welcoming prosperity and happiness in the Year of the Dragon. Happy Chinese Lunar New Year! 🧧

#chinesenewyear #dragon

One of the most exciting poetry books I’ve read in a long time. Congratulations to Mandy Gutman-Gonzalez—this is a stunning poetry chapbook from End of the Line Press.

In March, I'll be teaching two new courses for the Attic. Consider sharing or joining me!

Learn more: atticinstitute.com/node/2587

Poets and Writers!

Join me at the following events for the AWP Conference in Kansas City.

My manuscript is the 2023 Editors’ Choice: BRUTAL COMPANION!

Coming in autumn 🍂 2024!

I’m so happy to share in this honor with Carrie Bennett who is the winner of the 2023 Barrow Street Book Contest, chosen by Nathalie Handal for her manuscript, THE MOUTH IS ALS0 A COMPASS.

Hello, Los Angeles! I missed you.

Spent the day at Colorado College where I gave a reading and visited their Special Collections.

Visited the Garden of the Gods in Colorado Springs.