Neil Hilborn
Neil Hilborn
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Neil Hilborn is an American slam poet from Houston, Texas, who lives in Saint Paul, Minnesota. A Macalester College graduate, he was part of the team that won the 2011 College National Poetry Slam. His poems draw on his experiences with mental illness, and "OCD" is his best-known piece. His books, published by Button Poetry, include Our Numbered Days, The Future and About Time, alongside the earlier chapbook Clatter.
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Neil Hilborn is widely recognized for his spoken word poetry performances, which often explore themes of mental health, love, and personal struggle with raw honesty and emotional intensity. His viral performance of "OCD" brought him significant attention.
A good starting point for new readers is often his collection "Our Numbered Days," as it contains many of the poems that gained him widespread recognition through his spoken word performances.
Neil Hilborn is primarily known as a performance poet and frequently tours, performing his work live at various venues and festivals. His live readings are a core part of his artistic expression.