Jean Ann Wertz

 

Jean writes fiction, drama and poetry. She has studied Noh theatre in Japan and has an MFA in Creative Writing from Goddard College. Her short fiction, "Echoes of Green," appeared in the premier issue of Quay. Her play, "Pot of Soup or the Tragedy of the Commons," was a semi-finalist in Fire Rose Productions' 4th Annual Ten-Minute Play Festival. She has also completed "White Ashes," a Noh-inspired play about the remains of D. H. Lawrence. Her work has appeared in the Pine Island Journal of New England Poetry, Well Versed Friends, Poetry for Conservation and Pitkin Review. Her previous endeavors have included writing and editing for newspapers, magazines and web sites. Jean has also been employed as a theatrical producer, stage manager and professional camper. She makes her home in Meriden, CT, where she sometimes teaches creative writing.