Susan Briante is an accomplished poet and writer whose work reflects a deep engagement with history, place, and motion. She is the author of "Pioneers in the Study of Motion," published by Ahsahta Press in 2007, which explores themes of migration and displacement through lyrical and evocative language. Her writing often draws from personal and collective histories, offering a nuanced perspective on movement and identity.
Born in Newark, New Jersey, Briante's early life was shaped by the aftermath of the city's riots, an experience that informs her poetic sensibility. She currently resides in Dallas with fellow poet Farid Matuk, where she continues to write and contribute to contemporary literature. Briante's work is celebrated for its precision and emotional resonance, cementing her place as a distinctive voice in modern poetry.