THE POETRY OF CHRISTIA MADACSI HOFFMAN
Christia Madacsi Hoffman began her second collection of poetry before
we knew what was coming, before the coronavirus pandemic advanced
across the globe. As our individual worlds grew smaller, bending our
thoughts inward, Hoffman continued writing, observing the routines,
patterns, sounds and silences of a new normal that intensified our
awareness of our collective state. In Everyday Courage, Hoffman captures
an exceptional span of the American experience, from public moments
of political and social change to private shifts within her own perspective.
Cover photo ©Christia Madacsi Hoffman
Inspired by a friend’s daily photography series, Christia Madacsi Hoffman set an intention to write a minimum of two lines of verse per day for 365 days. Four years and thousands of lines later, the result is her debut collection of poetry, Intent. Throughout, Hoffman reveals an accessible and insightful poetic voice as she explores the universal themes of place, beauty, youth, and family. Her moving reflections remind us there is depth in our everyday experiences and significance in our intentions.
Cover photo ©Sarah Bork Hamilton
EXCERPTS FROM THE COLLECTIONS
BONE, BLOOD, SKIN
from EVERYDAY COURAGE
HANDS, UNFOLDED
from EVERYDAY COURAGE
NEED, LOVE, WANT
from EVERYDAY COURAGE
I'LL RAISE YOU
from INTENT
PURPOSE ENOUGH
from INTENT
THE WAY-BACK
from INTENT
ABOUT CHRISTIA
Christia Madacsi Hoffman grew up along the banks of the Mystic River in Mystic, Connecticut. A longtime Austin, Texas resident, Hoffman’s work has appeared in the Texas Observer and the annual anthology of the Austin International Poetry Festival. Through her company, Hoffman works as a brand writer, actor, and creativity coach. Her early career adventures included antique furniture restoration and leading treks in the high Himalaya.
More: A Virtual Interview with Christia Madacsi Hoffman on the practice of writing, expression and a multi-faceted career, by Cindy Huyser.
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