2024 Jackson Poetry Prize Reading featuring Fady Joudah and Pádraig Ó Tuama

From the organizers:

The Jackson Poetry Prize honors an American poet of exceptional talent. It was established in 2006 with a gift from the Liana Foundation and is named for the John and Susan Jackson family. Eligible poets must have published at least two books of acknowledged literary merit. The 2024 prize carries a monetary value of $100,000. Nominees are identified by a group of poets selected by Poets & Writers who remain anonymous; final selection is made by a panel of esteemed poets.

The 2024 Jackson Poetry Prize recipient is Fady Joudah. Esteemed poets Natalie Diaz, Gregory Pardlo, and Diane Seuss served as judges. 

Poets & Writers is hosting a reading with Fady Joudah on September 17 in New York City. Joudah will be joined in conversation by Pádraig Ó Tuama. 

This event will also be live streamed.

For more information and registration, visit: https://www.pw.org/about-us/jackson_poetry_prize