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Caryn Mirriam-Goldberg: New Kansas Poet Laureate

The state of Kansas has chosen a new poet laureate. Caryn Mirriam-Goldberg has just begun her two-year term in the position. By Laura Lorson, Kansas Public Radio (KPR)

http://stream.publicbroadcasting.net/production/mp3/national/local-national-857309.mp3

Lawrence, KS – The state of Kansas has chosen a new poet laureate. On July 1, 2009, Caryn Mirriam-Goldberg began her two-year term in the position.

KPR's Laura Lorson talked with her about the job, and her plans for her coming term as the state's primary ambassador for poetry and writing.

August 30, 2009, 4 pm
Lawrence Public Library
Poetry reading and book release for "Landed" by Kansas Poet Laureate Caryn Mirriam-Goldberg

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