Poetry by Claire Conroy

  Summary Claire M. Conroy Beat Poet Laureate of Maine 2024-2026 Sanford, Maine 15+ years experience of writing poetry, both format and free form. Self-published three books and published in over 35 anthologies. Recognized by the National and International Beat Poetry Foundation as Beat Poet Laureate of Maine 2024-2026. Active in public poetry readings in person and online. Board member of the Portsmouth Poet Laureate Program since 2021. Host of poetry readings in Southern Maine and New Hampshire: The HOOT, Painting Poetry Fundraiser and Beat Night Biddeford. Translated into Hindi by Devesh Path Sariya. Special focus on blending the arts; poetry/writing, music, painting/drawing, thought provoking crafting and dance/physical expression.     Publications Self-Published Titles: Listen (2018), Silent (2022), Rumors From Dead Lips (2024)   Anthologies: National Beat Poetry Foundation, Walt’s Corner/New Yorker, Rotvrier Review, Keeping the Flame Alive...