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Tag: Washington DC

A Love Poem for Pride Month

My poem, “She gave me COVID on our first date”, is out now on DC Pride Poems. This poem is pretty self-explanatory 😂. And […]

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June 10, 2026June 10, 2026
Free pride flag image, public domain LGBTQ CC0 photo.

Writing Queer “After” Poems

Last week, 20 poets gathered at the Arts Club of Washington for my workshop. Thank you so much to those who came out! It was […]

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March 30, 2026March 29, 2026
a black woman's hand holding a pen writing on a journal

Upcoming Poetry Workshop: Queer Homage

Ever found yourself singing a song in the shower? Being moved by a painting? Touched by a poet’s words? Harness that frisson […]

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March 19, 2026April 10, 2026

Co-Chairing OutWrite, Washington D.C.’s LGBTQ Literary Festival 🏳️‍🌈📚📝

I am so excited to serve as the new OutWrite Co-Chair, along with the incredible Malik Thompson! We’re both local poets with […]

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November 9, 2020November 16, 2020

Honoring MLK’s legacy, AWP, & other upcoming events

While the weather outside may be frightful, plenty of writers — including this one — are giving readings through the winter months […]

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February 16, 2018

Book Blastoff Party! 🚀

My book launch party is this Friday, July 15, at Walls of Books in Washington, D.C. If you’re in the D.C. area, […]

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July 13, 2016February 18, 2018
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