“Unraveling Heartstrings: Dive into the Enigmatic Romance of Elaine Kahn’s ‘Romance or The End'”

Have you ever stumbled upon a poet whose work makes you feel like they’ve plucked words straight from your own heart? Well, Elaine Kahn might just be that poet for you. With her unique blend of poignant reflection and captivating insight, she navigates the intricate spaces of love and identity in her celebrated works, including Romance or The End and Women in Public. Kahn’s writing has graced notable publications like Frieze and The Brooklyn Rail, showcasing her remarkable ability to explore the nuanced layers of existence. As an MFA graduate from the prestigious Iowa Writers’ Workshop, she now shares her passion for poetry as a teacher at the Poetry Field School, weaving her experiences into a vibrant tapestry of words. Intrigued? I think you should be! Explore more about her journey and contributions to the world of poetry. LEARN MORE.


Elaine Kahn is the author of Romance or The End (Soft Skull, 2020) and Women in Public (City Lights Publishers, 2015). Her writing has appeared in Frieze, The Brooklyn Rail, jubilat, Poetry Foundation, Art Papers, and elsewhere. She received an MFA from the Iowa Writers’ Workshop and teaches at the Poetry Field School. She lives in Los Angeles, California.

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