Poems to Answer All of Your Questions? A Reading and Discussion with Terrance Hayes
By Lily Lopate Poet Terrance Hayes has recently visited Bryn Mawr College to conclude the fall semester of the Creative Writing department’s ‘Reading Series.’ As a winner of the National Book Award for Poetry for his most recent collection, Lighthead (2010), as well as a recipient of a Whiting Writers Award, and Pushcart Prize, and...
Writer Alice McDermott Charms at CWSR
Michelle Chung Arts Editor As described at Bryn Mawr’s most recent edition of the Creative Writing and Reading Series, visiting author Alice McDermott is among the “finest fiction writers today.” McDermott’s list of awards and nominations is extensive and includes a National Book Award for her fourth novel “Charming Billy” and two nominations for a...
Mosier’s “The Playgroup” reveals a great balancing act
By Abby Placik Staff Writer During our childhood, we took what our mothers did for us for granted. She made sure we received home-cooked meals, washed our clothes, and tucked us into bed at night. Whenever we had concerns or fears, Mommy was there to comfort and assure us that everything would be fine. It...