Poetry March 9, 2025 0 Comments

“Love, Loss, and Longing: Discover the Unforgettable Moments in Elaine Kahn’s ‘Romance or The End'”

When it comes to contemporary poetry, few voices resonate with as much clarity and nuance as that of Elaine Kahn. Have you ever wondered how much of our emotional world can be encapsulated in verse? Kahn’s work invites us to explore those very questions as she navigates themes of intimacy and identity in her two noteworthy collections, Romance or The End and Women in Public. With publications in esteemed outlets like Frieze and The Brooklyn Rail, her sharp insights and evocative language continue to captivate readers. As a graduate of the legendary Iowa Writers’ Workshop and an instructor at the Poetry Field School, Kahn embodies the intersection of academic rigor and artistic flair. So, if you’re curious about her journey and the intricacies of her craft, take a moment to delve deeper into her world. 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.