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Eileen Myles

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Eileen Myles

b. 9 December 1949

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Eileen Myles (they/them) is an American poet. Named by BUST magazine "the rock star of modern poetry," they are the author of more than twenty books of poetry and prose, including Chelsea Girls, Cool for You, Sorry, Tree, and Not Me (Semiotext(e), 1991), and are the coeditor of *The New Fu…

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Featured Works

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Start Here

Great expectations

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Live Through This

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Shabbiness of Beauty

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Bird Watching and Their First Three Books of Poetry

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Afterglow: A Dog Memoir

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Frequently asked questions

  • What is Eileen Myles known for?

    Eileen Myles is widely recognized for their influential contributions to contemporary American poetry and prose, often exploring themes of queer identity, class, and urban life with a distinctive, candid voice. They are particularly noted for their experimental approach to autobiography and their impact on the New York School of poets.

  • Which Eileen Myles book should I read first?

    For readers new to Eileen Myles, Chelsea Girls is often recommended as an excellent starting point. This collection of interconnected autobiographical essays provides a strong introduction to their unique style and recurring themes.

  • Has Eileen Myles won any awards?

    Eileen Myles has received significant literary recognition, including a Guggenheim Fellowship, an Andy Warhol Foundation Arts Writers Grant, and a Lambda Literary Award for their work.