About the Author

When Richard Lance Williams (Ric) was editor of the Litera section of the Austin Chronicle, he used his column to publish poems submitted by readers, along with a weekly observation that ended with "More Poetry!" He edited Aileron and other literary journals, edited books, taught writing seminars, encouraged writers to keep going, organized public events, and hosted poetry readings. Ric was proud that, compared to other cities, there was nothing too pretty, boring, or academically inbred going on at Austin readings. Ric and Helga live in New Mexico.