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Lorna Dee Cervantes

Award-Winning Voice in Chicana Literature, Feminist & Activist Poet

Award-Winning Voice in Chicana Literature, Feminist & Activist Poet

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Lorna Dee Cervantes Biography

Lorna Dee Cervantes is a renowned Chicana poet, essayist, and activist. Born on August 6, 1954, in San Francisco, California, she has become an influential figure in the field of contemporary American literature. Cervantes's works explore themes of identity, feminism, cultural heritage, and social justice, capturing the complex experiences of Latinx communities in the United States.

Cervantes gained recognition with her groundbreaking debut poetry collection, "Emplumada," published in 1981. The collection earned her the American Book Award and established her as a powerful voice in Chicano literature. Her writing exhibits a powerful blend of personal and political, delving into topics such as love, loss, colonialism, and the struggle for social equality. Cervantes's evocative and poignant verses have garnered widespread acclaim and have been celebrated for their lyrical intensity and social consciousness.

In addition to her writing, Cervantes is an active advocate for literary and social causes. She has worked tirelessly to support emerging writers, particularly those from marginalized backgrounds, and has served as a mentor and teacher at various universities and writing workshops. Cervantes's profound contributions to literature and her unwavering commitment to social justice continue to make a lasting impact on the literary landscape and inspire generations of writers and activists alike.

Lorna Dee Cervantes Videos

  • An Evening of Poetry -- 3. Lorna Dee Cervantes
    A fifth-generation Californian of Mexican and Native American (Chumash) heritage, Lorna Dee Cervantes has been a pivotal figure throughout the Chian@...
  • Lorna Dee Cervantes @ The Librotraficante Banned Book Bash in San Antonio
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  • The Holloway Series in Poetry - LORNA DEE CERVANTES
    LORNA DEE CERVANTES is an internationally acclaimed poet. Recipient of the Lila Wallace/Readers Digest Writers Award, 2 NEA Fellowship Grants, 2...

Lorna Dee Cervantes Books

  • Sueno
    Sueno
  • Ciento: 100 100-Word Love Poems
    Ciento: 100 100-Word Love Poems
  • Drive: The First Quartet: New Poems, 1980-2005
    Drive: The First Quartet: New Poems, 1980-2005
  • From the Cables of Genocide: Poems on Love and Hunger
    From the Cables of Genocide: Poems on Love and Hunger
  • Emplumada (Pitt Poetry Series)
    Emplumada (Pitt Poetry Series)

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Lorna Dee Cervantes is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics . The estimated speaking fee range to book Lorna Dee Cervantes for your event is $5,000 - $10,000. Lorna Dee Cervantes generally travels from Seattle, WA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Dolores Huerta, Suzan Shown Harjo, Suzanne S. Rancourt, Nikki Giovanni and Lolita Taub. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Lorna Dee Cervantes for an upcoming live or virtual event.

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