“Unraveling Desire: Discover the Heart-Wrenching Secrets That Define Love and Loss in Elaine Kahn’s Exquisite Tale”

Elaine Kahn’s poetry intrigues me—it dances on the edge of contemporary thought, blending sharp observations with an emotional depth that resonates long after you’ve read her work. How does one navigate the vibrant landscape of personal experience and public scrutiny, all while crafting verse that not only speaks but sings? Kahn’s books, Romance or The End and Women in Public, invite us into a world where the intimate and the communal intermingle, creating a rich tapestry of understanding. With a voice that has found homes in esteemed publications like Frieze and The Brooklyn Rail, Kahn is a force in the literary scene. She carries the wisdom of an MFA from the Iowa Writers’ Workshop and the passion of a dedicated teacher at the Poetry Field School, all while residing in the sun-soaked expanses of Los Angeles. Take a step further into her fascinating journey and discover what fuels her poetic fire—don’t miss out. 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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