Diane Thiel has published 12 books of poetry and prose, and her work has appeared in journals such as The Hudson Review, Poetry, and in more than 60 major anthologies. Originally from Miami Beach, Thiel received her undergraduate and graduate degrees from Brown University. She has traveled and lived in Europe, South America, Asia, and Australia, working on literary and environmental projects. Questions from Outer Space: Poems (Red Hen Press) explores fresh and often humorous perspectives that capture the surreal quality of our swiftly changing lives on this planet. The poems travel through questions on many fronts, challenging assumptions and locating unique angles of perception. This thought-provoking collection reflects a deep engagement with the natural world, a questioning of our built systems, the expansive wilderness of parenting, and the complexities of navigating outer and inner space.
