“Unraveling Desire: A Glimpse into the Heart-Wrenching Tensions of Elaine Kahn’s ‘Romance or The End'”

Are we boldly venturing into the realm of poetic exploration, or are we simply wandering through a forest of fragmented thoughts and penned feelings? If you’ve ever found yourself captivated by the delicate dance of words, then let’s take a moment to indulge in the profound talent of Elaine Kahn. With a unique voice that resonates through her works like Romance or The End and Women in Public, Kahn invites readers into her vibrant, imaginative landscapes, where every stanza carries the weight of exploration and the thrill of discovery. Her contributions to celebrated publications like Frieze and the Poetry Foundation provide a glimpse into the restless mind of a poet forever questioning, forever searching. Kahn’s artistry doesn’t just fill the page; it invites you on a journey! So, if you’re curious to learn more about her vibrant world of poetry and teaching at the Poetry Field School in Los Angeles, you’ve come to the right place. Ready to dive deeper? 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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