The Best Haiku 2023 Anthology judges
Natalie Lardner — A native New Yorker, as a child Natalie loved the poems and stories read to her in Russian by her mother.
As the mother of young children, she began to write haiku in the only time she had to herself — early mornings — and Natalie has continued to write poetry and read in public venues ever since. Her poems have appeared in a dozen issues of Riverside Poetry Anthology.
“Travel, movies, books, music, dance, children, nature and love have shaped my life.”
Reid FitzGerald — Distraction enthusiast, fantasy reader, and independent arborist.
Reid self-describes as a “Distraction Enthusiast,” in addition to being a fantasy reader, professional coffee roaster and an independent arborist.
“About haiku, I love the simplicity of form and the succinct feelings haiku can convey.”
Tatiana Roberts — Avid reader, animal lover and artisan bakery team member.
Tatiana is a “dog mom” who enjoys reading, running, yoga, drawing, camping, hiking, traveling and cycling. She majored in Theatre Production, Art, and English in college. As a team member at an artisan bread and pastry shop, her mornings begin before the sun and dough rise!
“I’m excited to dive into the literary world and read all of your haiku!”
Steve FitzGerald — Writing coach, public school teacher, and editor of Alphabet Box and The Best Haiku anthologies.
“I’m constantly amazed at how naturally talented people are. If they don’t believe they are, it’s been my experience that haiku helps reveal their gifts to them for the first time. Then, their creativity can be unleashed!”