Rena Priest is a writer, poet, and concerned citizen. She is a Lummi tribal member and was raised in a subterranean homesick matriarchy. She holds an MFA from Sarah Lawrence College, and is active in efforts to strengthen community through participation in local arts and culture.

Books by Rena Priest:

Other poems on the web by Rena Priest:
"Lament for the Love of Bunny"
"Desire at the Stitch and Bitch"

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About Patriarchy Blues:

"Rena Priest addresses those who crave 'the meat of beasts with beets and leeks.' And while she insists that 'Nature makes you pay, ' her poems tell us that through a 'wistful song of sighs.' The world is not always comfortable, but her poems never 'lose touch with the fluidity of the spirit.' Patriarchy Blues is an amazing collection."
—James Bertolino