Please join me in congratulating, poet, A R Williams, as he celebrates the launch of his new poetry collection, A Funeral in the Wild. He has come along to Patricia’s Pen to share his creative journey, so without further ado it’s over to A R Williams.
My Creative Journey
A R Williams
My creative journey began in early childhood with a paintbrush in hand, quickly turning drawing and painting into my first loves. Yet, as I grew, so did my interests, evolving into a keen fascination with music. By my middle school years, I learned to play drums, and before long, I picked up the guitar too. This musical passion led me to join various alternative rock bands in high school, marking a significant development in my creative path.
Transitioning from high school, I immersed myself in academia, eventually earning a PhD from Bangor University in Wales. It was during this intense period of study that I found myself yearning for a more creative outlet in writing, beyond the confines of merely academic writing. Taking a leap into poetry, I discovered a new direction for my creativity that would forever change its trajectory.
In recent years, I’ve taken on the role of editing the East Ridge Review, focusing on showcasing monthly features of poets and their latest poetry books. My goal has been to spotlight fresh, deserving work from incredibly talented writers. This journey into the world of poetry editing has been deeply rewarding, connecting me with some truly remarkable poets.
The most recent milestone in my writing is the publication of my debut chapbook, Funeral in the Wild. This collection, centered around memory, relationships, and a sense of place, varies in tone from gentle musings to deep inquiries and moments of vulnerability. Publishing this chapbook with Kelsay Books has been a highlight of my journey, and I’m deeply proud of the work.
In terms of style, I gravitate towards crafting concise, imagery-laden lyric poems, blending imagism with lyricism. Inspired by literary giants like Robert Bly, Jane Kenyon, William Stafford, and James Wright, I strive for simplicity and clarity in language that captures emotional depth and reveals the extraordinary in everyday life.
About A R Williams
A.R. Williams is a poet from Virginia’s Shenandoah Valley (USA). His poetry has been published widely in various journals and magazines and is the author of Funeral in the Wild (Kelsay Books, 2024). He is also the editor of East Ridge Review.
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