Sonia Sanchez Named Philly's First Poet Laureate
John Timpane of the Philadelphia Inquirer is reporting that world-renowned poet Sonia Sanchez has been named Philadelphia's first poet laureate. Sanchez, 77, will be named the city's first poet laureate by Mayor Nutter in an 11 a.m. ceremony Thursday at City Hall.
A poet, teacher, mentor and activist, Sanchez has authored at least 18 books of poetry, as well as plays and children's books.
Timpane writes:
She has long been one of the city's most visible and active writers, readers, teachers, and activists for peace and social equality. Starting in January, she will serve for two years, with a stipend of $2,500 per year.
Contacted at home in West Philadelphia, Sanchez said she had already fielded congratulations from fellow writers Maya Angelou and Toni Morrison.
Sonia Sanchez Named Philly's First Poet Laureate
Nsenga Burton
Thu, 29 Dec 2011 16:00:00 GMT
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