Naomi Shihab Nye has been named the recipient of the prestigious Wallace Stevens Award, a lifetime achievement honor bestowed by the Academy of American Poets. The award, which comes with a $150,000 prize, is named after the renowned 20th-century poet Wallace Stevens. Nye joins the esteemed company of past winners such as Louise Glück, John Ashbery, and Rita Dove.
At 72 years old, Nye is celebrated for her profound collections of poetry, including works like “Fuel,” “Yellow Queen,” and her latest release, “Grace Notes.” The Academy of American Poets praised Nye for her ability to explore the complexities of cultural diversity and her unwavering dedication to shedding light and hope through her poetry.
