About a month or so ago, I was interviewed by Dick Gordon, host of The Story, a public radio program produced by American Public Media, who also do Garrison Keillor's show. I'm not sure I can stand listening to myself, but the interview airs today. Check your local listings, or listen to the stream here.
I had a great time and thanks to everyone.
About Me
- Paul
- Paul Guest is the author of four volumes of poetry and a memoir. His debut, The Resurrection of the Body and the Ruin of the World, was awarded the 2002 New Issues Poetry Prize. His second collection, Notes for My Body Double, was awarded the 2006 Prairie Schooner Book Prize. His third collection, My Index of Slightly Horrifying Knowledge, was published by Ecco Press/HarperCollins in 2008. His fourth collection, Because Everything Is Terrible, was published by Diode Editions. His poems have appeared in Harper's, The Paris Review, Poetry, Tin House, The Kenyon Review, and elsewhere. His memoir, One More Theory About Happiness, was published by Ecco in May 2010 and selected for the Barnes & Noble Discover Great New Writers Program. The recipient of a 2011 Guggenheim Fellowship and a 2007 Whiting Writers' Award, Guest lives in Charlottesville, Virginia.
18 comments:
Just heard you on "The Story" & found your blog through the program's Web site. Just wanted to thank you for the inspiring interview! best!
Thanks!
I didn't catch all the interview, but I like your voice, your story, and your poetry.
I heard "The Story" today and then found your blog. I love your style and what you have to say. I will definitely be getting your books, and I don't buy books that often. :) I'm a singer/songwriter in Cincinnati and I think you may appreciate my music. If you get a chance and would like to hear what I have so far, I posted my URL in the space provided. I love feedback! :) Thanks for your work ~ Harmony Gullette
Caught part of the NPR interview. I really like the one poem I heard and am looking forward to reading your work. I teach poetry to young people in schools and in the community. I am often trying to persuade students that poetic inspiration can be found anywhere - even a h.s. bio class!
Warm regards from the Windy City,
Arlyn Miller
Thanks for commenting!
We just started getting The Story here in Cincinnati. I work in multiple schools here and was lucky enough to be traveling across the city during your interview. I got into my Xterra to "spinal fluid coming out my nose" and then had a driveway moment--I couldn't get out until the end. Loved the tone in "Traveling" and plan to purchase and read more of your work. Thanks.
I enjoyed listening to you very much. I love your poetry. I heard your interview today and found your blog after the interview. Congratulations on getting your books published. I heard what you said about not knowing which career choice would be the hardest. I think writing. :)
Lynn
Heard you tonight on NPR for the first time. You were great!
Paul, Thank you for sharing your poetry. I was fortunate to catch it on the road tonight as i traveled home from a meeting in St. Paul. The Story was on this evening on Minnesota Public Radio.
I found your poetry, your story, and your authentic, relaxed style inspirational. You are a courageous writer. i appreciated your comments on having to give up some privacy when your parents were able to access your poems.
Congratulations on the new publication. I look forward to reading your work, including the memoir.
Best wishes - Karen
Hi Paul,
I drove home in the dark, listening to you story, after a long day of studying in the law library. I got home and sat in the car in the driveway listening to the interview until it was over. What a charming interesting man you are. And talented. I loved Pinocchio poem. And the one you read about being dropped in the aisle, and the prayers offered, and being sad about Lupus. So funny - and evocative.
What a delightful surprise to be carried home on your words. Thanks. Once finals are over - I'm buying your book and relaxing.
Best,
M
Dear Paul,
Heard you this evening on "The Story" and was very inspired by you. Some people just give off light and you are one of them. Keep on shining! I look forward to reading your poetry.
Peace.
You rule.
I sat in my dark parking garage in the car listening to the rest of your interview. It was great. Can I pray for you too? LOL.
I thought it was a great interview. Congrats!
I enjoyed the interview, too. Keep on doing what you're doing! You are very talented and inspiring.
I, too, sat in my driveway until the end of your Story interview, then went straight into my house, Googled you and bought two of your books. I love your poetry and was truly moved by your story and voice. I've been sharing your books with so many people- congratulations on your success!
-Emily, CA
Thanks for the poetry!!
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