Jen Cheng

Jen Cheng is the current Poet Laureate of West Hollywood, author of a poetry collection Braided Spaces, and a 2023 California Arts Council Fellow. She is a multidisciplinary artist who blends East-West cultural influences in a new form, Feng Shui Poetry. She has taught writing workshops of Feng Shui Poetry with Tin House, UCLA Extension, public libraries, and private venues like teahouses and coworking spaces. Jen is a life-long teacher, teaching subjects as varied as improv theatre, chemistry, music theory, and mind-body wellness. As a poetry and writing teacher, her style is to stoke curiosity, hold space for generative writing, and create positive and supportive discussions. Jen is the founder and facilitator of Palabras Literary Salon, a BIPOC-centered series. With stories for tween audiences, mystery detective fans, and queer love, Jen is a cross-pollinator and community curator. Connect with her on social media @JenCvoice or at www.JenCvoice.com