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Leslie St. John is a Lecturer with expertise in Contemporary Poetry, Creative Nonfiction, Romanticism, and Rhetoric and Composition. Their teaching emphasizes creative writing pedagogy and literary analysis. They hold an M.F.A. from Purdue University (2007) and a B.A. from the University of Arkansas, Little Rock (2002).
Research interests span modern poetic forms, narrative voice experimentation, and the intersection of Romantic-era texts with contemporary composition theory. Their creative work often explores themes of existential inquiry, urban landscapes, and emotional fragmentation through innovative syntax and metaphorical depth.
Selected publications include poetry in The Pinch, The Oxford American, and Indiana Review, alongside critical pieces in The Sycamore Review. Their work has received recognition such as the 2008 MacGuffin Poet Hunt Award and a Pushcart Prize nomination for 'Eye Cleaning.'
Leslie’s academic contributions include editorial work with the Moebius Poetry Editorial Board and active participation in national literary award competitions. Their creative and scholarly output demonstrates a commitment to bridging traditional literary forms with modern experimental techniques.
