Poetry reading with Danez Smith

Celebrate National Poetry Month with a free reading by acclaimed poet, author, and Pulitzer Prize in Poetry finalist Danez Smith at the 2026 Raymond Danowski Poetry Library Reading, presented by the Rose Library and Emory Libraries.

A National Book Award finalist and World Poetry Slam finalist whose work has appeared in Vanity Fair, The New York Times, The New Yorker, and on “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert,” Smith brings poetry that is fearless and unforgettable with performances that engage urgent questions of identity, justice, language, and belonging. They are the author of four celebrated poetry collections, including “Don’t Call Us Dead,” “Homie,” and most recently, “Bluff.”

This annual reading welcomes our Emory and Atlanta communities to gather in celebration of live poetry in a shared experience. Register: https://bit.ly/DanowskiReadingDanezSmith. Arriving early is recommended, as parking and seating are limited.