Arts Nov 30 In writing her first novel, this poet turned to her high school journal A poem taken from Elizabeth Acevedo's high school journal served as the “North Star” for her debut novel's voice. By Courtney Vinopal
Poetry Nov 27 A poem that extends a hand in our lonely times Throughout the year’s pain and distress caused by the pandemic, people have connected with the core theme of loneliness in Elizabeth Acevedo’s poem. Yet the final, gentle moment, set inside a nail salon, is one of reaching out, and having… By Joshua Barajas
Arts Nov 10 How poetry helped Elizabeth Acevedo know when to stop writing Our November 2020 pick for Now Read This, the PBS NewsHour’s book club with The New York Times, is Elizabeth Acevedo’s “The Poet X."… By Courtney Vinopal
Arts Nov 03 Discussion questions for ‘The Poet X’ Our November 2020 pick for Now Read This, the PBS NewsHour's book club with The New York Times, is Elizabeth Acevedo’s "The Poet X."… By Courtney Vinopal
Oct 30 ‘The Poet X’ is our November book club pick By Courtney Vinopal Our November 2020 pick for Now Read This, the PBS NewsHour’s book club with The New York Times, is Elizabeth Acevedo’s "The Poet X."… Continue reading