Young Writers Project has lost our dear friend, poet and mentor Reuben Jackson, who passed away Feb. 16. We will miss Reuben's gentle kindness, musical voice, beautiful poetry, and most of all, the boundless love and hope he always had for young writers. Scroll down to Spotlight to read more.
Remembering Reuben
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Rueben was always so genuine and kind. I wrote some of my best writing during his workshops. I always felt like he was interested in what I and other writers had to say.
Geri, those two words perfectly describe Reuben – genuine and kind. I know Reuben loved working with you!
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