About My Life is Poetry
My Life is Poetry is an autobiographical poetry workshop for gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, and queer seniors.
Our initial writing group was a tremendous success. The writings of the 16-week workshop were complied into an anthology My Life is Poetry, edited by Steven Reigns, portraits by Jenny Walters, and preface by Dorothy Allison. Books are $10 and can be ordered by clicking the BUY NOW link below.
Below is a short video about the workshop: Expect a supportive environment where you can freely write your stories. You don't need to like poetry, or writing, or reading. You don't need to know the rules of grammar, or spelling, or have a large vocabulary. All you need is to show up to class. Feel free to bring a preferred pen, paper or journal. Raffle prizes and snacks weekly.Writings from the workshop, if the participant wishes, will be published in My Life is Poetry, an anthology of writings from the workshop published in May 2008. Each participant that voluntarily submits his or her writings will receive a copy of My Life is Poetry, a book to be published at the end of the workshop.
Sponsored by a grant from The Department of Cultural Affairs: City of Los Angeles
