Enjoy reading this interview with Connie Wrzesniewski about her writing inspirations and process.
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LF: Who are some of your favorite poetic influences?
CW: 

• Eugene Field – The Duel
• Edgar Allen Poe – The Bells & Annabel Lee
• Emily Dickenson – I’m Nobody, Death
• Edward Lear – Owl & the Pussycat

​LF: Do you remember writing your first poem?
CW: Grade School – I always loved Fridays because it was Poetry Day.

LF: Could you describe your creative process for writing poetry?
CW: First I write down the initial idea that pops into my head. Then continue to change & change & change.
Prompts from class. Things I read about.

LF: Why is poetry important in the world?
CW: Poetry is important in this world because it gives folks another aspect of communication.

LF: What do you hope readers take away from your poems?
CW: I hope it calms and informs people. Has a sense of clarity and serenity.