Rachel McKibbens
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Rachel McKibbens | |
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| Born | Rachel Anne Camacho Anaheim, California, U.S. |
| Occupations | Poet, author |
| Children | 5 |
Rachel McKibbens is an American poet originally from Santa Ana, California.[1][2]
McKibbens was born Rachel Anne Camacho in Anaheim, California, and raised in Santa Ana.[3] McKibbens was born during her parents' divorce proceedings and was briefly placed in foster care after she was born. She and her younger brother were separated in the foster care system before their father gained custody of them.[4]
Career
McKibbens is known for her poetry, essays, and short stories. She currently resides in upstate New York, where she teaches and writes.[5][6]
In reviewing her book Pink Elephant, a critic for The Rumpus said "McKibbens awakens and haunts with selfless honesty."[7] Publishers Weekly gave a positive review of her book blud, saying "The poems feature razor-sharp imagery, and McKibbens exhibits an ear attuned to sonic texture."[8]
