WHAT MATTERS TO YOU?
August 2020 Poetry Competition
Contest Information
The theme "What Matters to You?" was inspired by the ongoing Black Lives Matter movement of 2020 and the extended period of isolation due to COVID-19. We wanted poets to find catharsis in writing and sharing meaningful stories.
* Due to the number of entries, prize amounts and prizes awarded increased from original poetry contest.
Total Prize Amount Awarded: $1200
Total Prize Amount Awarded: $1200
*THANK YOU TO OUR CONTEST JUDGES!
Dr. Carolyn ClarkDr. Clark has taught high school and college English in various California cities and in New York City. She specializes in historical literary studies and myth criticism. She has been active in community service as a member of the Junior League of Newport Beach, National Charity League, Irvine Chapter, and the Assistance League of Irvine.
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Ms. Nancy WooNancy Lynée Woo is an incorrigible optimist and an MFA candidate at Antioch University. She has been awarded fellowships from the Arts Council for Long Beach, PEN America, and Idyllwild Writers Week. She is the author of two chapbooks, Bearing the Juice of It All (Finishing Line Press, 2016) and Rampant (Sadie Girl Press, 2014). Nancy has taught poetry workshops in 5th grade classrooms, at colleges, and with nonprofit organizations. She is the creator of Surprise the Line, a community poetry workshop, and strongly believes in the power of the arts to bring people together. Find her cavorting around Long Beach, California, and online at nancylyneewoo.com.
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Ms. Saki Uemura |
Ms. Elaine ChenElaine Chen, is a licensed therapist and a cellist. She provides mentorship through volunteering and enjoys supporting community organizations.
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