David Clewell

David Clewell is an American poet and professor. He was born on October 3, 1945 in St. Louis, Missouri.

Clewell is known for his poetry, which often combines humor, wit, and a keen eye for the absurdities of everyday life. He has published several collections of poetry, including "Now We're Getting Somewhere," "Blessings in Disguise," and "The Low End of Higher Things."

Yes, Clewell has received several awards and honors for his poetry. He was the poet laureate of Missouri from 2010 to 2012. He has also received the Felix Pollak Prize in Poetry and the John Ciardi Prize for Poetry.

Clewell received his Bachelor of Arts degree from Saint Louis University, and went on to earn his Master of Fine Arts degree from the University of Iowa Writers' Workshop.

Yes, Clewell is currently a professor of English and the director of the Creative Writing Program at Webster University in St. Louis, Missouri. He continues to write and publish poetry, as well as mentor and inspire young writers.