“Unveiling the Secrets of Second Chances: A Journey Through Points of Return”

If you’re scouring the vibrant seas of contemporary poetry, you might just find yourself ensnared by the compelling currents of Mike Lala’s work. Ever asked yourself how a verse can make you rethink reality or even question the very fabric of existence? Lala, an acclaimed poet and a multifaceted artist, invites us to explore such existential musings through his captivating narratives. With accolades like the Colorado Prize for Poetry under his belt, his literary footprint expands beyond just the written word—venturing into sound installations and operatic performances. So if you’re looking for poetry that defies conventional boundaries and resonates with deep emotional truths, you’re in for a treat! Discover more about this innovative voice that blends artistry with introspection and prompts us to ponder, “What lies beyond the surface of language?” Curious minds should dive deeper into Mike Lala’s world. LEARN MORE


Mike Lala is the author of Exit Theater, winner of the 2016 Colorado Prize for Poetry, the chapbooks Twenty-Four Exits: A Closet Drama (Present Tense Pamphlets 2016) and In the Gun Cabinet (The Atlas Review 2016), the multichannel sound installation Infinite Odyssey (Pioneer Works 2017), and the opera Oedipus in the District (National Sawdust 2018, The Tank NYC 2019). Poems appear in BOMB, Boston Review, Fence, The Brooklyn Rail, Denver Quarterly, the PEN Poetry Series, and Hauser & Wirth’s Ursula. www.mikelala.com

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