Richard Jeffrey Newman

Richard Jeffrey Newman is a poet, essayist, and translator from Queens, New York, who has published three full-length poetry collections, including T'shuvah (Fernwood Press, 2023). His trilogy of poetry books deals with the aftermath of childhood sexual abuse and how it has shaped his sense of self and his place in the world. He has also published translations of classical Persian poetry by Saadi and Ferdowsi. He taught English and creative writing at Nassau Community College for many years and is now described as retired or emeritus. He has curated the First Tuesdays reading series in Jackson Heights since 2012.