Simone Kaho (born 1978) is a New Zealand poet of Tongan descent.[1]

She was born in Auckland and received an MA in creative writing from the International Institute of Modern Letters at Victoria University of Wellington.[2]

Her poetry has appeared in various journals including JAAM (Just Another Art Movement), Turbine and The Dominion Post. A performance poet, she has appeared in shows such as The Kerouac Effect and Poetry Live.[2] In 2016, she published a collection of poetry Lucky Punch.[1] The New Zealand Book Council included Lucky Punch on their list of "21 new Kiwi books we can’t wait to read".[3]

Kaho was included in the 20/20 Collection published by the New Zealand Book Awards Trust, her work having been selected by poet Paula Green.[4]

References

  1. 1 2 "Simone Kaho". The Spinoff.
  2. 1 2 "Simone Kaho". Poetry Foundation.
  3. ↑ "21 new Kiwi books we can't wait to read!". New Zealand Book Council.
  4. ↑ "The 20/20 Collection". New Zealand Book Awards Trust.
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