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Kristen Eliason reading

Presented by University of Notre Dame Creative Writing Program at University of Notre Dame, Hammes Bookstore

February 25, 2009

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Kristen Eliason's delicious prose and poetry drive a hard bargain between elegy and Japanese wabi-sabi. She was selected by Michael Martone to receive the 2008 Nicholas Sparks Prize and is working hard to stay warm for a third Indiana winter. A Utah native, Kristen spends most of her time plotting elaborate ways to travel outside of Utah and counts 23 countries on three continents as just the beginning. Her work is forthcoming in Diagram and Two Review, has appeared in Reed Magazine, Juked, brownpaper, The Bend, Liquid Magazine, Inscape and placed in the Nojiriko Issa Haiku Contest.

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    University of Notre Dame, Hammes Bookstore

    University of Notre Dame
    South Bend, IN 46556

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  • Admission Info

    Tickets: Free and open to the public

  • Dates & Times

    Dates:
    February 25, 2009

    Times:
    7:30-8:30 p.m.

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    • Event Name: Kristen Eliason reading
      "Notre Dame is far away"
      Comment posted by: Kai H. from Oslo, Norway, Feb 25, 2009
      

      I have read two of Kristen's poems. From this, and the reviews I have read; Oh how I wish this event was streamed or otherwise made available. It's a bit too far from Oslo...

      I have read two of Kristen's poems. From this, and the reviews I have read; Oh how I wish this event was streamed or otherwise made available. It's a bit too far from Oslo...

    • Event Name: Kristen Eliason reading
      "Absolutely beautiful. Period."
      Review posted by: Jessica from South Bend, IN USA, Feb 09, 2009
      

      I was simply spellbound BOTH times I've heard Kristen Eliason read. I wouldn't miss this third opportunity for anything. Her poetry enraptures.

      I was simply spellbound BOTH times I've heard Kristen Eliason read. I wouldn't miss this third opportunity for anything. Her poetry enraptures.

    • Event Name: Kristen Eliason reading
      "Can't wait for this one"
      Review posted by: Kristina Kay from South Bend, IN, Feb 09, 2009
      

      When Kristen Eliason reads, she convinces any doubters that poetry. prose, and "prosetry" (as she has called it) are alive and well in South Bend, IN. Thanks, Utah, for lending her to us.

      When Kristen Eliason reads, she convinces any doubters that poetry. prose, and "prosetry" (as she has called it) are alive and well in South Bend, IN. Thanks, Utah, for lending her to us.

    • Event Name: Kristen Eliason reading
      "Some warmth in winter"
      Review posted by: Silpa Swarnapuri from San Francisco, USA, Feb 04, 2009
      

      I am adding a review because I neglected to do that the last time. I am certain that this will be an experience worth the trek through slush and snow.

      I am adding a review because I neglected to do that the last time. I am certain that this will be an experience worth the trek through slush and snow.

    • Event Name: Kristen Eliason reading
      "Great poetry"
      Review posted by: Priya from South Bend, IN USa, Feb 03, 2009
      

      Kristen poetry is haunting. I liked what I heard of her at Lula's last year, and will be back for more.

      Kristen poetry is haunting. I liked what I heard of her at Lula's last year, and will be back for more.

    • Event Name: Kristen Eliason reading
      "Don't miss this"
      Review posted by: Andrew from South Bend, IN USa, Feb 02, 2009
      

      South Bend DOES have culture! Go listen to this delightful young lady read her work at Hammes this February. She rocks. I know, because I wandered into Lula's for an espresso and stayed for her... Expand

      South Bend DOES have culture! Go listen to this delightful young lady read her work at Hammes this February. She rocks. I know, because I wandered into Lula's for an espresso and stayed for her reading last year and LOVED it. She's pretty elegant. Collapse

    • Event Name: Kristen Eliason reading
      "A beautiful culmination"
      Comment posted by: Silpa Swarnapuri from San Francisco, USA, Feb 02, 2009
      

      I choose to respectfully disagree with J. Brooks (?) above. Kristen is perhaps one of the most prolific and successful poets to have been part of the Notre Dame writing program. Her poetry - as well... Expand

      I choose to respectfully disagree with J. Brooks (?) above. Kristen is perhaps one of the most prolific and successful poets to have been part of the Notre Dame writing program. Her poetry - as well as her prose - is all the more appealing because it comes from a fount of experience and empathy. Kristen has an excellent stage presence as well that only adds to the experience of the event. This is one woman to keep an eye on. Collapse

    • Event Name: Kristen Eliason reading
      "Exciting and Energetic Reader of Sublime Words"
      Review posted by: Raúl Jara from South Bend, IN, Feb 02, 2009
      

      I had the pleasure to hear Kristen Eliason read at Lula's coffee shop one year ago. Simply put, she is a tremendous reader. She completely energized the crowd and left us all hungry for more.... Expand

      I had the pleasure to hear Kristen Eliason read at Lula's coffee shop one year ago. Simply put, she is a tremendous reader. She completely energized the crowd and left us all hungry for more. Her often funny, sometimes bizarre, always compelling poetry about life in a foreign culture completely won me over. I can't praise her highly enough. Collapse

    • Event Name: Kristen Eliason reading
      "Third Time's the Charm"
      Review posted by: S. Ramsey from Kalamazoo, MI USA, Feb 02, 2009
      

      Lucky South Bend, to get to hear Kristin Eliason a third time. I was fortunate enough to be present at both of her Lula's readings and plan to brave winter roads to attend this one. A ninety-minute... Expand

      Lucky South Bend, to get to hear Kristin Eliason a third time. I was fortunate enough to be present at both of her Lula's readings and plan to brave winter roads to attend this one. A ninety-minute drive is a small price to pay to hear what's been happening lately in the work of someone who can explore Japan, Utah, heartbreak and beauty with equal courage and wit. Collapse

    • Event Name: Kristen Eliason reading
      "Boring"
      Review posted by: J. Brooks from Mishawaka, IN, Jan 25, 2009
      

      Poetry has lost all meaning at this juncture. Stringing together a bunch of random words under the pretense of poetry is what a 2-year-old can do. I had the unfortunate experience of having heard Ms.... Expand

      Poetry has lost all meaning at this juncture. Stringing together a bunch of random words under the pretense of poetry is what a 2-year-old can do. I had the unfortunate experience of having heard Ms. Eliason read at Lula's, but didn't get much out of it besides a few Zs. Collapse

    • Event Name: Kristen Eliason reading
      "One of the best events you'll attend this year."
      Comment posted by: Stephanie White from South Bend, IN USA, Jan 06, 2009
      

      Having heard Kristen Eliason read last year, I can aver that she is a dynamic and compelling reader. Her writing is energetic and peaceful, mournful and hilarious, and always satisfying. Don't miss... Expand

      Having heard Kristen Eliason read last year, I can aver that she is a dynamic and compelling reader. Her writing is energetic and peaceful, mournful and hilarious, and always satisfying. Don't miss it! Collapse

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    • Event Name: Kristen Eliason reading
      "Notre Dame is far away"
      Comment posted by: Kai H. from Oslo, Norway, Feb 25, 2009
      

      I have read two of Kristen's poems. From this, and the reviews I have read; Oh how I wish this event was streamed or otherwise made available. It's a bit too far from Oslo...

      I have read two of Kristen's poems. From this, and the reviews I have read; Oh how I wish this event was streamed or otherwise made available. It's a bit too far from Oslo...

    • Event Name: Kristen Eliason reading
      "Absolutely beautiful. Period."
      Review posted by: Jessica from South Bend, IN USA, Feb 09, 2009
      

      I was simply spellbound BOTH times I've heard Kristen Eliason read. I wouldn't miss this third opportunity for anything. Her poetry enraptures.

      I was simply spellbound BOTH times I've heard Kristen Eliason read. I wouldn't miss this third opportunity for anything. Her poetry enraptures.

    • Event Name: Kristen Eliason reading
      "Can't wait for this one"
      Review posted by: Kristina Kay from South Bend, IN, Feb 09, 2009
      

      When Kristen Eliason reads, she convinces any doubters that poetry. prose, and "prosetry" (as she has called it) are alive and well in South Bend, IN. Thanks, Utah, for lending her to us.

      When Kristen Eliason reads, she convinces any doubters that poetry. prose, and "prosetry" (as she has called it) are alive and well in South Bend, IN. Thanks, Utah, for lending her to us.

    • Event Name: Kristen Eliason reading
      "Some warmth in winter"
      Review posted by: Silpa Swarnapuri from San Francisco, USA, Feb 04, 2009
      

      I am adding a review because I neglected to do that the last time. I am certain that this will be an experience worth the trek through slush and snow.

      I am adding a review because I neglected to do that the last time. I am certain that this will be an experience worth the trek through slush and snow.

    • Event Name: Kristen Eliason reading
      "Great poetry"
      Review posted by: Priya from South Bend, IN USa, Feb 03, 2009
      

      Kristen poetry is haunting. I liked what I heard of her at Lula's last year, and will be back for more.

      Kristen poetry is haunting. I liked what I heard of her at Lula's last year, and will be back for more.

    • Event Name: Kristen Eliason reading
      "Don't miss this"
      Review posted by: Andrew from South Bend, IN USa, Feb 02, 2009
      

      South Bend DOES have culture! Go listen to this delightful young lady read her work at Hammes this February. She rocks. I know, because I wandered into Lula's for an espresso and stayed for her... Expand

      South Bend DOES have culture! Go listen to this delightful young lady read her work at Hammes this February. She rocks. I know, because I wandered into Lula's for an espresso and stayed for her reading last year and LOVED it. She's pretty elegant. Collapse

    • Event Name: Kristen Eliason reading
      "A beautiful culmination"
      Comment posted by: Silpa Swarnapuri from San Francisco, USA, Feb 02, 2009
      

      I choose to respectfully disagree with J. Brooks (?) above. Kristen is perhaps one of the most prolific and successful poets to have been part of the Notre Dame writing program. Her poetry - as well... Expand

      I choose to respectfully disagree with J. Brooks (?) above. Kristen is perhaps one of the most prolific and successful poets to have been part of the Notre Dame writing program. Her poetry - as well as her prose - is all the more appealing because it comes from a fount of experience and empathy. Kristen has an excellent stage presence as well that only adds to the experience of the event. This is one woman to keep an eye on. Collapse

    • Event Name: Kristen Eliason reading
      "Exciting and Energetic Reader of Sublime Words"
      Review posted by: Raúl Jara from South Bend, IN, Feb 02, 2009
      

      I had the pleasure to hear Kristen Eliason read at Lula's coffee shop one year ago. Simply put, she is a tremendous reader. She completely energized the crowd and left us all hungry for more.... Expand

      I had the pleasure to hear Kristen Eliason read at Lula's coffee shop one year ago. Simply put, she is a tremendous reader. She completely energized the crowd and left us all hungry for more. Her often funny, sometimes bizarre, always compelling poetry about life in a foreign culture completely won me over. I can't praise her highly enough. Collapse

    • Event Name: Kristen Eliason reading
      "Third Time's the Charm"
      Review posted by: S. Ramsey from Kalamazoo, MI USA, Feb 02, 2009
      

      Lucky South Bend, to get to hear Kristin Eliason a third time. I was fortunate enough to be present at both of her Lula's readings and plan to brave winter roads to attend this one. A ninety-minute... Expand

      Lucky South Bend, to get to hear Kristin Eliason a third time. I was fortunate enough to be present at both of her Lula's readings and plan to brave winter roads to attend this one. A ninety-minute drive is a small price to pay to hear what's been happening lately in the work of someone who can explore Japan, Utah, heartbreak and beauty with equal courage and wit. Collapse

    • Event Name: Kristen Eliason reading
      "Boring"
      Review posted by: J. Brooks from Mishawaka, IN, Jan 25, 2009
      

      Poetry has lost all meaning at this juncture. Stringing together a bunch of random words under the pretense of poetry is what a 2-year-old can do. I had the unfortunate experience of having heard Ms.... Expand

      Poetry has lost all meaning at this juncture. Stringing together a bunch of random words under the pretense of poetry is what a 2-year-old can do. I had the unfortunate experience of having heard Ms. Eliason read at Lula's, but didn't get much out of it besides a few Zs. Collapse

    • Event Name: Kristen Eliason reading
      "One of the best events you'll attend this year."
      Comment posted by: Stephanie White from South Bend, IN USA, Jan 06, 2009
      

      Having heard Kristen Eliason read last year, I can aver that she is a dynamic and compelling reader. Her writing is energetic and peaceful, mournful and hilarious, and always satisfying. Don't miss... Expand

      Having heard Kristen Eliason read last year, I can aver that she is a dynamic and compelling reader. Her writing is energetic and peaceful, mournful and hilarious, and always satisfying. Don't miss it! Collapse

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