Several times a month we connect with our contributors showing where they have been, where they are now, and what’s up for the future.
Name: Jory Mickelson
Title of Pieces Published in Sweet: “In April“
Issues: 13.2
What are some major accomplishments you have had since your Sweet publication?
I had two poems appear in Court Green which felt like a huge victory. I have been sending them poems for 8 years and finally got in.
Super cute set-up they have! Those lunchboxes are adorable.
Can you tell us about a current/ongoing project that you’re excited about?
My new full-length poetry manuscript is making the round with publishers. I am also working on a chapbook about LGBTQ people and visual art.
Who is your favorite author?
Currently, deeply in love with May Sarton’s journals. I keep returning to them year after year.
What is your favorite poem/essay/book?
Hard call! It is usually whatever I am reading at the moment. That said, I am reading Jane Mead’s collected poems and am continually blown away.
What inspires you to write?
For me, writing creates breathing room and space for me to see my life right now. Writing is one of the few times I can let everything else go and just look. Also birds. I am always looking out for birds.
What are you reading right now?
Reading Padraig O’ Tuama’s memoir “In the Shelter: Finding a Home in the World”
What is your favorite sweet? We would love for you to share a recipe or link to place that serves it. Pictures are great, too!
I am always up for a scone. These Irish scones with all the fixings are pretty great.
We found a recipe but this one is probably better left to the professionals!
Thank you, Jory, for taking the time to reconnect with us. We look forward to seeing more of your work in the future!
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