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My letter of thanks to Finishing Line Press

January 23, 2020

Dear Leah, Kevin, Christen, and all the lovely people at Finishing Line Press:  I have such deep gratitude to express for all your efforts to bring Neoteny: Poems into the world. Though my work has been published in anthologies, Neoteny is my first solo literary endeavor. It’s a beautiful feeling when I can hand this … More My letter of thanks to Finishing Line Press

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5 Facts about Guide Dogs

October 7, 2019

Recently I wrote a short post for social media that included five facts about guide dogs. I wanted to share these facts as responses to common misconceptions that people have. People often ask me, “Does your dog EVER get to play?” or “What is he like when the harness comes off?” I did not expect … More 5 Facts about Guide Dogs

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Emily K. Michael


I'm a blind poet, musician, and writing instructor. I write about writing, disability, music, nature, and guide dogs. I love grammar, classical music, singing, butterflies, and birds.

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