An Interview With Phoenix Tesni, by Izzy Astuto

(HANDPICKED POETRY, 2023)

“I have never thought of who I would be without writing. It’s always been an innate part of me, one that I have never considered or imagined I’d ever have to let go of.”

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BCC Shines a Light On: Phoenix Tesni

(BULB CULTURE COLLECTIVE, 2023)

"...uncertain & abstract elements can still add to the charm of a piece— it’s always brilliant to see what people infer from stories and poems that don’t tell you outright what they’re about."

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Interviews & Features

I always enjoy speaking about art, writing, and the intersection of life & poetry. You can reach out to me at phoenixtesni@gmail.com for any features, interviews, or conversations.