Poets Weave
Originally from Johannesburg, South Africa, Jenny Kander moved to Bloomington in 1992. She received a Masters degree from the University of South Africa, and practiced as a grief counselor for 25 years before retiring in 1994 to focus on writing poetry. In 1999, Jenny began presenting The Poets Weave for WFIU. In her free time, Jenny enjoys writing, gardening, and knitting.
Heather Derr-Smith reads from her new book The Bride Minaret the poems "Boundary Waters" and "Song of Palaces."
Jenny Kander reads a selection of poems from Khaled Mattawa's book Ismailia Eclipse (Sheep Meadow Press, 1996).
Having turned 69 in "09," Bloomington poet Roger Pfingston says he's not looking forward to 70, but considering his options, turning 70 is better than not...
On this edition of The Poets Weave, Margaret Squires reads her poems "Graduation," "From the Deep Romantic Chasm the Woman with the Wry Smile Speaks," and more.
On this edition of The Poets Weave, host Jenny Kander reads David Wagoner's poem "Whistling," and a set of his didactic poems.
Heather Derr-Smith reads from her new book The Bride Minaret.
Bloomington poet Margaret Squires reads a set of her poems that celebrate the local live music scene.
Indianapolis poet, Bonnie Maurer, reads from her fourth book Reconfigured.
Jenny Kander reads poems by Maxine Kumin from the book Say This of Horses.
Poet Heather Derr-Smith reads from her new book The Bride Minaret.
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