Simone Kaho
Simone Kaho (born 1978) is a New Zealand poet of Tongan descent.[1]
She was born in Auckland and received an MA in creative writing from the International Institute of Modern Letters at Victoria University of Wellington.[2]
Her poetry has appeared in various journals including JAAM (Just Another Art Movement), Turbine and The Dominion Post. A performance poet, she has appeared in shows such as The Kerouac Effect and Poetry Live.[2] In 2016, she published a collection of poetry Lucky Punch.[1] The New Zealand Book Council included Lucky Punch on their list of "21 new Kiwi books we can’t wait to read".[3]
Kaho was included in the 20/20 Collection published by the New Zealand Book Awards Trust, her work having been selected by poet Paula Green.[4]
References
- ^ a b "Simone Kaho". The Spinoff.
- ^ a b "Simone Kaho". Poetry Foundation.
- ^ "21 new Kiwi books we can't wait to read!". New Zealand Book Council.
- ^ "The 20/20 Collection". New Zealand Book Awards Trust.