FALL FESTIBA 2023: Distinguished Artist Series - ire'ne lara silva, TX Poet Laureate

FALL FESTIBA 2023

Discover the poetic tapestry of ire'ne lara silva, a literary alchemist weaving words into masterpieces. With four mesmerizing poetry collections, including "furia" and "CUICACALLI/House of Song," and the award-winning short story collection "flesh to bone," ire'ne's work is a celebration of language and culture. Immerse yourself in her evocative verses and captivating narratives that have earned her prestigious awards, including the Premio Aztlán. As a recipient of the 2021 Tasajillo Writers Grant and a Writer at Large for Texas Highways Magazine, ire'ne continues to enchant readers. Stay tuned for her upcoming poetry collection, "the eaters of flowers," set to bloom in January 2024 from Saddle Road Press. Engage your senses and explore the world of ire'ne lara silva's literary magic.

 

For questions or special accommodations, please call the Creative Writing Department at (956) 665-3252 or (956) 665-3881. 

 

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Descubre el tapiz poético de ire'ne lara silva, una alquimista literaria que teje palabras en obras maestras. Con cuatro cautivadoras colecciones de poesía, que incluyen "furia" y "CUICACALLI/House of Song," y la galardonada colección de cuentos "flesh to bone," la obra de ire'ne es una celebración del lenguaje y la cultura. Sumérgete en sus versos evocadores y narrativas cautivadoras que le han valido prestigiosos premios, incluido el Premio Aztlán. Como receptora de la Beca de Escritores Tasajillo 2021 y Escritora Destacada para Texas Highways Magazine, ire'ne sigue hechizando a los lectores. Mantente atento a su próxima colección de poesía, "the eaters of flowers," que florecerá en enero de 2024 de la mano de Saddle Road Press. Conéctate con tus sentidos y explora el mundo mágico de la literatura de ire'ne lara silva.

 

Para preguntas o adaptaciones especiales, llame al Departamento de Escritura Creativa al (956) 665-3252 o al (956) 665-3881.