Listing in Long Island Poetry Archival Center (Eileen A. Schrottke Loos). 1993-2006 -- Library Director (Eileen Annie Ball) for Franklin County, FLorida. Grantwriting, creative writing, family literacy, development of at-risk youth programs. Currently, part time project director for library-based programs for teens with an emphasis on life skill and career development, as well as creative and artistic programs. Focus is now on poetry and writing re-emergence.
Publications and Prizes
Books:
Half the Bran Muffin Is Gone (Bench Press, 1991), Life on a Beanstalk (Bench Press, 1986)
Anthologies:
Risings (Bench Press, 1987)
Journals:
Confrontation, Long Island Quarterly, The New Guard
Prizes:
Knightville Poetry Contest 2010 -- Finalist;
New York Times Librarian Award 2004 -- for outstanding community service;
C.W. Post 23rd Annual Poetry Award/Academy of American Poets -- Honorable Mention;
C.W. Post 24th Annual Poetry Award -- 1st Place
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Listing last updated: January 5, 2011