JOURNAL ARTICLE

Tell it slant: Talking with Jane Yolen about poetry.

  • Published In: Book 2.0, 2023, v. 13, n. 2. P. 209 1 of 3

  • Database: Art Source Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Pazdziora, John Patrick 3 of 3

Abstract

This article focuses on the poetic career and creative process of Jane Yolen, an American author born in 1939, known for her extensive body of work including over 400 books and around 50 poetry collections. Yolen discusses her development as a poet, the distinctions between writing poetry for children and adults, and her use of various poetic forms such as verse novels and sonnets. She emphasizes the importance of poetry as a form of hard work and truth-telling, often rooted in storytelling traditions including Jewish midrash, folklore, and personal experience, notably addressing themes like the Holocaust. Yolen also reflects on teaching poetry, the challenges educators face, and the role of enthusiasm in sharing poetry with children.

Additional Information

  • Source:Book 2.0. 2023/12, Vol. 13, Issue 2, p209
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Literature and Writing
  • Publication Date:2023
  • ISSN:2042-8022
  • DOI:10.1386/btwo_00094_7
  • Accession Number:175618814
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