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Kashawn Taylor is a formerly incarcerated writer and educator based in Connecticut. He holds a BA in English and Psychology and an MA in English and Creative Writing. His debut poetry collection, *subhuman*, written during his incarceration, was published by Wayfarer Books in March 2025. He also serves as an audience engagement fellow at the Prison Journalism Project.