Poet and Editor Virginia Bell

Virginia Bell, poet, teacher, and editor of Rhino Poetry, shares insights into poetry, its forms, and her creative process.

Rhino, which celebrated its 50th anniversary this year, has evolved from grassroots workshops into a nationally recognized publication. https://rhinopoetry.org

A link to Virginia Bell’s poem “Pop Song:” https://exterminatingangel.com/pop-song/

A link to Virginia Bell’s poem “Oh, Mother:” https://www.swwim.org/swwimeveryday/2024/5/24/oh-mother

Virginia Bell’s website: https://virginia-bell.com/

Virginia Bell’s book “Lifting Child from the Ground, Turning Around:" can be found here.

Evan's website: www.evancarlsonactor.com

Darren's website: www.darrensvoice.com

Our cover art is by Lara Johnson: @lara_johnson_art

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