It’s that time of year when I get to attend a Poetry Jam at one of my favorite schools in Madison – Elvehejm Elementary School. I met with 50 4th graders and two teachers. I introduced myself, talked about what inspired me and read some poems from my three books. I did get some questions and comments relating to the poems, which is always interesting to me. It was then their turn to read the poems that they had created. For the first time in four years, they all read their po

I'm beyond grateful and excited to share my third poetry book with you all. This recent work encompasses my last few years of traveling, learning, and new relationships. Thank you to everyone that inspired me. There is a piece of you throughout the pages of Shadow Work. Please see below for the distributed press release. I would appreciate you sharing this news with friends, family, colleagues, and any fans of poetry. --- Acclaimed Wisconsin poet Carrie Voigt Schonhoff announ

When I published my first book, The Liminal Space, I went to two bookstores nearby and I had radio and newspaper interviews. However, for...