poetry mini interviews

How do you know when a poem is finished? I can usually feel it or even hear it. It’s like a click. Some people don’t like “the click” asso...

When you require renewal, is there a particular poem or book that you return to? In our ultracompetitive society, everyone tries to advert...

How important is music to your poetry? Not as much as I would wish it to be. I’m more of a visual person. Growing up, no one in my family ...

How does a poem begin? Often with just a word or two. Sometimes I’ll start writing by making a short list of words that fit my mood, like ...

Elaine Equi’s most recent book is The Intangibles from Coffee House Press. Her other books include Voice-Over , which won the San Franci...