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Beat Generation & Other Poets, Authors & Artists
Literary, Art & Music FeaturesIn addition to the articles you'll find on this page, we invite you to check out the articles, reviews, interviews, and art - some relating to the Beat Generation - in the "Features" portion of our site.
Go to the literary, art & music features section... Seymour Krim (new!)
Seymour Krim, by Mark CohenBiographical article about Seymour Krim, an essayist, journalist & editor associated with the Beat Generation.Also includes details on an upcoming collection of Krim's work.Learn about Seymour Krim...
Beat Generation Writers, Roots & Legacy
A.D. Winans Looks Back at the Beat GenerationWinans puts the Beat Generation in context, exploring its roots in San Francisco, its legacy, the North Beach scene, and the poets and writers who, like Winans, were there through it all.
Read "A.D. Winans Looks Back at the Beat Generation... Beat Generation Writers - Brief Bios
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 Interviewed by Ed HeflinIn 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 bibliography and a few links of interest.
Neal Cassady / Carolyn Cassady
For Beat's Sake: An Interview with Carolyn CassadyInterviewed 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
Bruce Conner
In Memoriam: Bruce ConnerMichael McClure's poem, "The Artist," for the late, Bruce Conner, is presented along with Larry Keenan's photographs of Conner.Gregory Corso
Read a biography of Gregory Corso, along with a selected bibliography, photos & links.
Gregory Corso biography, poems, & links
Ted Joans:
Ted Joans TributeMany 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.
Bob Kaufman:
A.D. Winans Remembers Bob KaufmanBeat / 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, you'll also find Ken Kesey
We've put together a brief biography of Ken Kesey, along with a list of his books, and some useful links.
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 Michael McClure
Jack Micheline
A.D. Winans Remembers Jack MichelineA.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
Interview with Novelist Kenneth TindallKenneth 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 MirrorRead 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.
A.D. WinansA.D. Winans on A.D. Winans
A.D. Winans' autobiographical piece traces his life from childhood, through his travels as a young man, and literary life in San Francisco.
Read "A.D. Winans on A.D. Winans...
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...
More Beat Generation & related writers & poets:Surrealists:
Your Top Ten BooksGot some favorite books? Turn others onto some good reads, and learn what others recommend, on our Top Ten Books page. Don't forget to send us your own list! We publish all lists sent to us.More Beat resources elsewhere on this site:Beat Generation books for sale Check our books for sale pages or search for Beat Generation Books.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
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:
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