by Margot Lester | Be a Writer Like...
I was saddened to learn of Nikki Giovanni's passing this morning. I've been a fan of hers since I read The Only True Lovers are Chefs or Happy Birthday, Edna Lewis, at a long-ago wedding. Later, I was thrilled to interview her a few times. Ms. Nikki was always...
by Margot Lester | Be a Writer Like..., What-Not
Here's another installment from Be a Better Writer interview archives. I met Luis J. Rodríguez back when I lived in Los Angeles and was immediately taken by his poetry, prose and presence. I was so happy he agreed to be interviewed for the book. His poetry won a...