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D. James Smith

D. James Smith
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D. James Smith

D. James Smith lives in California, where he studied with poet Philip Levine. A recipient of a fellowship in creative writing from the National Endowment for the Arts, his work appears frequently in literary magazines, most recently, The Amherst... Read full bio

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Q. What is your motto or maxim?
A. Everyday be of service to others and yourself.
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My life in 8 words: "My life is busy, challenging, interesting and meaningful."
December 29, 2009
I'm busy finishing up a book of poetry for publication. I have lots of ideas for some books for teens though they are in the...
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Probably the World's Best Story About a Dog and th is now available in Trade Paperback
Oct 15, 2010
Probably the World's Best Story About a Dog and th will be released on October 15, 2010 in Trade Paperback
Oct 15, 2010
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Q. What is your motto or maxim? A. Everyday be of service to others and yourself. Q. What trait is most noticeable about you? A. My humor. Q. If you could meet any historical character, who would it be and what would you say to him or her? A. I'd like to meet St. Peter and ask if the apostles told jokes and what was an example? Q. What do you regret most? A. Not having more time to write Q. What is your greatest achievement? A. To actually, at times, care about my students as if they were my own kids. Learn more about D. James Smith