Layli Long Soldier

Joaquin Zihuatanejo brings us close, right to him, into the very thing one is made of: blood. Father. Mother. And I can feel—because I am shown—how absence, loss, conflict and contradictions are not to be feared, but with work, with line and word, become the very substance of self, a fiery wholeness. Beautiful.

Author of WHEREAS
Eduardo C. Corral

Joaquín Zihuatanejo is a brilliant poet. His testimonials and songs and explorations are multilingual, structurally adventurous. The wide range of forms and dictions makes visible his ravenous curiosity and intellect.

Author of Slow Lightning
Dr. Rony Ortega

Juan inspires, motivates, and energizes students with his personal story of overcoming adversity and discovering his purpose in life.

Principal, Alice Buffet Magnet Middle School
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