biography

Kenn Nesbitt was born on February 20, 1962 in Berkeley, California. He now lives in Spokane, Washington with his wife, son and daughter. They have two cats, named Raki and Sambuca, two mice, one dog, and a goldfish.

His Poetry: Kenn Nesbitt didn't write any poetry until he was 18 years old and his first funny poem was written when he was 32 years old. He gets his ideas from people, pets and the things around him. He likes to work where it is quiet. Kenn Nesbitt travels around the country inspiring students in more than 60 schools a year. Poetry4kids.com, his website, is the most visited poetry website for kids on the internet. He has written 13 books and been published in numerous textbooks and anthologies. It is hard not to laugh when you read his poems!

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