Alison Swan's poems and essays have appeared or are forthcoming in many publications, including her second chapbook of poems Before the Snow Moon (Alice Greene & Co.), North American Review, and TriQuarterly. Her book, Fresh Water: Women Writing on the Great Lakes (Michigan State University Press) is a Michigan Notable Book. An award-winning poet, writer, and environmental activist, she teaches environmental and sustainability studies at Western Michigan University. Visit http://alisonswan.net