"The poet must decide not to impose his feelings in order to write without sentimentality."

Emotional, Feelings, Order, Sentimentality

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"The poet must decide not to impose his feelings in order to write without sentimentality."

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Office

"I feel very connected to poets across the country."

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Poetry

"I became intrigued with colour theory. The absurd pronouncements of the Colour Institute, a group that decides what colours are hot each year or season, amused me."

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"Poets have to be sensitive to their audience, but it does not mean that they censor themselves. I realise my audience is diverse. Some will read with empathy and curiosity while others will take offense."

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"A literary journal is intended to connect writer with reader; the role of the editor is to mediate."

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Hope