Sebastian Matthews

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Sebastian Matthews
Born (1965-08-25) August 25, 1965 (age 58)
Occupation
  • Poet
  • writer
NationalityAmerican
Education University of Michigan (MFA)
Parents William Matthews
Marie Harris

Sebastian Matthews (born August 25, 1965) is an American poet and writer.

Contents

Life

He graduated from the University of Michigan with an MFA.

His books include In My Father's Footsteps (memoir), We Generous (poetry), Miracle Day (poetry) and Beginner's Guide to a Head-on Collision (hybrid).

His father is William Matthews. His mother is Marie Harris.

He lives with his wife in Asheville, North Carolina. [1]

Awards

Works

Memoir

Editor

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References

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  2. "Sebastian Matthews". Archived from the original on 2009-07-20. Retrieved 2009-08-25.
  3. "Barbershop Quartet, East Village Grille by… | Poetry Foundation".