Marie Harris

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Teacher/Librarian Reviews

She is completely at ease with students, her program is informational, humorous and interactive. Her passion and enthusiasm in working with children is obvious and sincere.

— Tracey Kallander, PTA Enrichment Coordinator, Chester Academy

 

Marie Harris visited during our summer reading program and she inspired many future writers. Marie’s presentation was enlightening as well as humorous. I would recommend a visit from Marie Harris very highly.

— Lisa Kleinmann, Children’s Librarian; Lee, NH Public Library

 

We’re still talking about you here. I wanted to write and let you know what a wonderful time we all had.

— Betty Tidd; Gilford Public Library

Kids’ Reviews

When I get home I am going to tell my Mom I met a real author because G is for GRANITE is one of my favorite books. — Tyler

I want to be a poemist but it looks hard. — Kayla

You filled my brain with thought. I had many things put in my head. I liked it when you said “I thought about my book in the shower,” and I used that strategy. — Jordan

At home I have written 3 poems using the pattern you do. Your pattern inspired me to write poetry that way. — Jennifer

You were very funny, plus told a good story. It’s funny how some things in life come as a surprise. … Anyway you really inspired me today. — Lillian

Marie, if I covered up the illustrations and just read the words I would picture it exactly the same. — Kaylie

I left the class trying to make up new poems. — Connor

When you were in my classroom I felt like I wanted to know alot more about publishing. — Erick

I LOVE your books! They are so interesting! — Kassie

She shared her mistakes, not trying to hide them. — Olivia

Words in progress

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A Poet for Your Bookshelf, Classroom, or Library

Welcome! Come on in and browse through my books of poetry, anthologies I’ve edited and in which my poems appear, and some essays and articles on subjects ranging from blue water sailing to New England farm stays to birding. You can also find photos of my collaborations with painters, sculptors, photographers and musicians. Listen to audio clips of a sampling of my voiceover work.

As a poet, I perform and teach at colleges & universities throughout the country, and in residencies in elementary and high schools, libraries, writers’ workshops and retreats, and senior centers. Read More…

Words in Progress

Walking Song

WALKING SONG …reminding herself that she was only an elderly woman who had got up too early in the morning and journeyed too far, that the despair creeping over her was merely her despair, her personal weakness, and that even if she got a sunstroke and went mad the rest of the world would go […]

My Brother is Gone from Us

Basil Harris (pictured with sister Anne, summer 2016) He died today. Farewell, sweet singer.

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