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Beat Generation & Other Poets, Authors & Artists

(see also our literary "Features" section for reviews, articles, essays & art.)

Beat Generation Writers - Brief Bios

Beat Generation Biographies Dozens of brief biographies of the Beat Generation and associated writers, artists & family members, with links to pages with further information.

Read biographies of Beat Generation writers & their compatriots...

David Amram:

David Amram, Ed Heflin, & Joe Kerouac. © Ed Heflin, 2003

David Amram Interviewed by Ed Heflin

In this interview with Ed Heflin, musician David Amram discusses his work with Jack Kerouac & the Beats, his music, collaborations, inspiration & projects.

Read the David Amram interview...

Alan Ansen

We've put together a brief biography of Alan Ansen, along with his obituary, selected bibligraphy and a few links of interest.

Visit the Alan Ansen page.

Neal Cassady / Carolyn Cassady

Carolyn Cassady. © Larry Keenan, 2006. Click to view Larry's Beat photos.

For Beat's Sake: An Interview with Carolyn Cassady

Interviewed by Jon Alan Carroll, Carolyn Cassady discusses her life with Neal, his relationships with Jack Kerouac, Ken Kesey & the Merry Pranksters, Neal's death, and other topics.

Read An Interview with Carolyn Cassady

Gregory Corso

Read a biography of Gregory Corso, along with a selected bibliography, photos & links.

Gregory Corso biography, poems, & links

Ted Joans:

Ted Joans

Ted Joans Tribute

Many have contributed to our ongoing Ted Joans tribute. Contributors include David Amram, Robert Creeley, George Wallace, & dozens more artists, writers, friends & readers.

Check 'em out on our Ted Joans Lives! tribute pages.

Kay Johnson - Kaja

Kay Johnson, aka Kaja, was an artist & poet. Her colorful but tragic life included a stay at the Beat Hotel in Paris. Not much information is to be found about Kay, but we've gathered some first-hand accounts & photos for your perusal.

Learn about Kay Johnson...

Bob Kaufman:

Bob Kaufman

A.D. Winans Remembers Bob Kaufman

Beat / jazz poet Bob Kaufman, who passed away on January 12, 1986 is recalled by A.D. Winans, who discusses the poet, his poetry & life in San Francisco's North Beach.

Read "A.D. Winans Remembers Bob Kaufman."

Jack Kerouac:

Lots of info about Kerouac, his characters & books:

In our Features section, youll also find

Ken Kesey

Ken Kesey Statue in Eugene, OR We've put together a brief biography of Ken Kesey, along with a list of his books, and some useful links.

Go to the Ken Kesey page.

Mary Norbert Korte

Learn about Mary, refer to the bibliography of her publications, and check out links where you can read some of her poems.

Visit the Mary Norbert Korte bio & bibliography


Jack Micheline

Jack Micheline

A.D. Winans Remembers Jack Micheline

A.D. Winans' 30-year friendship with Beat poet Jack Micheline yields this fascinating look at the man, his life & work. Includes several poems & photos.

Read "A.D. Winans Remembers Jack Micheline."

Kenneth Tindall

Kenneth Tindall Interview

Interview with Novelist Kenneth Tindall

Kenneth Tindall is a well-kept literary secret. His novels draw from his experiences in L.A., New Jersey, the US Navy, the Irish coast, Copenhagen, & the Beat Hotel in Paris where he became friends with Beat luminaries such as Corso & Burroughs.
We are delighted to present Kenneth Tindall's first interview.

The Home Helper by Kenneth Tindall - Only at Empty Mirror

Read Kenneth Tindall's short fiction, The Home Helper

Philip Whalen

We've brought together lots of information - & links - pertaining to poet Philip Whalen. Check it out.

Philip Whalen info...

Pete Winslow

Winslow was sometimes associated with the Beats, but mostly known as a surrealist. We've put together a short bio, basic bibliography and also present a selection of Pete's letters to a friend.

Larry Keenan - Beat Generation & Counterculture Photos

Award-winning photographer Larry Keenan has photographed Bob Dylan, the Beats, Bay Area bands, and the San Francisco poetry scene for over four decades. His online gallery is a visual trip through 40 years of American counterculture.

Enter the Beat Generation & Counterculture Photos Gallery...

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Beat Generation books for sale

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Beat Generation & Arts Links

A collection of links to the official websites of Beat writers, artists, and other copacetic souls.

You'll find online literary journals, and counterculture sites, too. Lots to keep you busy! Browse the Beat, Arts & Counterculture links...

Info on Collecting Beat (& Other) Books

Do you collect books by Beat Generation & small press poets & authors? You'll find booksellers, tools, supplies, and reference materials to feed your habit on our Beat book collecting page.

Beat book collecting resources...

News & Events

Beat News - Beat Generation We've got the scoop on poetry readings, exhibitions, books, music, & other cool goings on in the Beat, literary & artistic worlds.

Check out the Beat, art, & literary news...

The Third Page: A Journal of Ongrowing Natures

The Third Page: A Journal of Ongrowing Natures lives on Empty Mirror webspace but is edited by Hammond Guthrie.

The Third Page features art, poetry, reviews, tributes, interviews. If you're into literature or art, you'll find lots of great stuff there, including:

Please email Denise if you have a suggestion for a new page or for information to be added to existing pages.