Nikki Giovanni
Thursday, February 05, 2009
Poet Nikki Giovanni is the author of twenty-seven books and a three-time NAACP award winner. Her latest collection is called Bicycles. You can read excerpts from the book here
Event:
Nikki Giovanni and Emmanuel Jal will discuss their work with Katherine Lanpher
Tonight, February 5 at 7:00pm
Barnes & Noble Union Square
33 East 17th Street
Guests:
Nikki Giovanni
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Comments [1]
Ms. Giovanni, you are more than "just" a poet, you are an inspiration, the poet laureate who is more than worthy of the honor and truly amazing.
My condolences to you for the loss(es) of your family members.
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