While driving Sandra Meek from the Tampa Airport to the University of South Florida for a reading, I spent much of the trip asking her questions about her travels and trying not to be too enthusiastic about her writing. Be cool, don’t overwhelm her. About halfway into the drive I cracked. I probably said something along the lines of “Sorry for fangirling, but I am in love with your poetry.” Her sincere humility and appreciation of my praises speaks to her character: she is not writing for applause or acclaim, but rather to offer readers a new lens on the world. Continue reading
Author: karissawomack
Chelsea Biondolillo’s essay, “Crazy” was featured in Sweet Issue 7.2. While reading this issue, I was immediately drawn to the narrative voice and clarity of Chelsea’s essay. If you haven’t already, read it. Continue reading