Camonghne Felix
Build Yourself a Boat
Camonghne Felix, is a poet, a writer, speaker, & political strategist. She received an M.A. in Arts Politics from NYU, an MFA from Bard College, & has received Fellowships from Cave Canem, Callaloo & Poets House. Camonghne was also the Director of Surrogates & Strategic Communications at Elizabeth Warren for President. The 2013 winner of the Cora Craig Award for Young Women, Felix has received fellowships from Cave Canem, Callaloo, and Poets House. Her latest — BUILD YOURSELF A BOAT — is out now.
XO chats with Camonghe about her journey into the world of poetry and self-discovery. Take a listen.