Keith Taylor (author)

Keith Taylor is an American poet, fiction writer, and essayist. He is primarily known for his poetry and short stories, often focusing on themes of nature, family, and the American Midwest.

Taylor was born in Spokane, Washington. He holds degrees from the University of Michigan, where he has also taught for many years in the undergraduate and graduate creative writing programs.

His published works include poetry collections such as Fiddle Back, The Bird-while, Marginalia for a Natural History, and Ekphrastic and Errant. He has also published short story collections, including Riding with the Ghost and The Collected Stories. His work has appeared in numerous literary journals and anthologies.

Taylor's writing is often characterized by its close observation of the natural world and its exploration of the complexities of human relationships. He is known for his lyrical style and his ability to evoke a strong sense of place.