Books and Brews Podcast Episode #32: Christine Madline Ellsworth

Books and Brews Podcast

Christine Madline Ellsworth, has just released her first book of poetry, published by Potter’s Wheel Publishing. Here is a collection of poems tracing the arc of transition in a contemporary woman’s life. From childhood fascinations to adult issues such as domestic violence, marriage and divorce, Ellsworth shares many relatable experiences. Ellsworth holds BA and MA degrees in English literature from Moorhead State University Moorhead and Marquette University, respectively. She is a member of the Jackpine Writer’s Bloc and her poetry has appeared in issues of The Talking Stick. Her work has also appeared in Moorhead State University’s Red Weather, and the South Dakota State Poetry Society’s Pasque Petals. She is currently working toward certification as a certified applied poetry therapy facilitator through the International Federation of Biblio-Poetry Therapy (ifbt.org). Ellsworth was born in Minneapolis, Minnesota and currently lives in Wyndmere, North Dakota with her Blue Heeler and two cats. This book is available in print and Kindle versions on Amazon. The author is available for book signings and poetry events both electronic and in person. christinemadlineellsworth.com

Christine's Readings:

• What to Wear While Saving France – 13:01
• Kitchen Table – 30:21
• Rembrandt's Light – 43:40

Michael’s Beer Pairings:

• Bubble Daze IPA, Urban Growler Brewing Company (paired to What to Wear While Saving France) – 9:58
• Saison Dupont, Brasserie Dupont (paired to Kitchen Table) – 25:21
• Weihenstephaner Korbinian, Bayerische Staatsbrauerei Weihenstephan (paired to Rembrandt’s Light) – 40:02

Interview Highlights:

• How reading poetry can save the world – 16:34
• Importance of poetry for mental development – 17:42
• Transformation as the residual effect of poetry – 23:32
• What makes a good poem? – 32:26
• How to draw in a reader through poetry – 36:26
• The fascinating life of Rembrandt – 47:58
• Transformation of a person or the transformative power of art? – 50:54

COMING NEXT MONTH: Shannyn Schroeder

UPCOMING EVENTS: Gabriel's Horn is accepting submissions for its anthology

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