Sheryl St. Germain has published several poetry books and three memoirs including Swamp Songs, about growing up in New Orleans. Winner of many awards, including two NEA grants and the William Faulkner award for the personal essay, her most recent book is 50 Miles, a collection of lyric essays inspired by her son’s life and death. and her own recovery, published by Eutruscan Press. She is also a fiber artist and is currently working on a book of poems and fiber art.