Kasey Jueds

Kasey Jueds is an accomplished poet known for her evocative and personal poetry that explores themes of childhood, memory, relationships, and the intertwining of love and fear. Born in Coral Gables, Florida, she holds degrees from prestigious institutions such as Harvard, Stanford, and Sarah Lawrence College. Jueds gained recognition with her first poetry collection, Keeper, which won the Agnes Lynch Starrett Prize and was published by the University of Pittsburgh Press in 2013. This collection reflects her experiences and emotions, particularly focusing on the complexities of intimate relationships and the fears that accompany love.13

Her second collection, The Thicket, is set to be published soon and continues to delve into the emotional landscapes of her poetry, often utilizing imagery and metaphor to explore self-awareness and the nuances of human connection.23 Jueds has contributed to various literary journals, including The American Poetry Review and Prairie Schooner, and has received residencies at several creative arts centers.13

Currently, she resides in Philadelphia and works in educational research, while actively engaging in the literary community through readings and workshops.13