Billy Collins
Billy Collins, PhD, is an American poet and teacher, appointed as Poet Laureate of the United States from 2001 to 2003. Collins was recognized as a Literary Lion of the New York Public Library in 1992 and selected as the New York State Poet for 2004 through 2006. In 2016, Collins was inducted into the American Academy of Arts and Letters. Collins is known for celebrating the nuances and possibilities of life with his graceful blend of playfulness, wit, and wisdom.
