Billy Collins, called "The People's Poet" for a writing style that appeals to so many readers, has long been a Tucson Favorite. He attended our first festival, and is back again to chat about his life and his love of poetry. Poet Laureate of the United States from 2001 to 2003
Where: | UA Mall Tent (Seats 250) ![]() ![]() ![]() |
When: | Sun, Mar 16, 11:30 am - 12:25 pm |
Signing area: | Sales & Signing Area - Central Mall (following presentation)
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Genre: | Poetry |
Moderator: | Tyler Meier |
Sponsor: | Session made possible courtesy of Pepper Viner Homes |
The most widely known poet in the United States, Billy Collins will be making his fourth appearance at the Tucson Festival of Books. He is known as the People's Poet because his easy-to-read, witty, often-tender poems can be enjoyed by all....