Dr. Nishi Chawla is a poet, playwright, and filmmaker, transported from teaching English at Delhi University for 20 years, to teaching English in USA for 20 more.

Patrick Bringley is the 18th recipient of the NATIONAL MARFIELD BOOK PRIZE for Writing in The Arts. "All The Beauty In The World" is life as a guard in the Metropolitan Museum of Art.

Jean Nordhaus premieres "The Music of Being" illustrating grief; as well as the many facets language. She holds advanced degrees in Philosophy and German Literature. Jean is also dance critic and essayist.

Remica Bingham-Risher writes a monumental book of poems, "Room Swept Home," chronicling her African American family history from the 19th century to the present day -- and  her own world of poetry.

A VietNam Marine Veteran and a VietNam survivor, both writers, read and discuss the impact of that war.

David Lehman is a poet and literary critic, known for his curation of American culture, and for creating "The Best American Poetry" anthologies.

Ryler Dustin is the Univ/Pittsburgh winner for "Trailer Park Psalms." It is a must-hear book and an American favorite. Dustin lives in the Pacific Northwest, the locus for his poetry.

Quique Aviles is a political activist, poet, performer, and theater producer, originally from San Salvadore, now in Washington, D.C.

Joseph Fasano is a New York poet, and fast becoming one of America's favorites. Don't miss this show.

Cathy Hailey, Virginia poet, educator, debuts her new book,"I'd Rather Be A hyacinth."