Behind the Writing

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Documenting the fragile beauty of our existence

Eyes Wide Open

My poetry is driven by curiosity about the hidden worlds around us—places, people, memories, and moments that resist easy explanation.

Jennifer Freya Helgeson’s creative writing explores themes of memory, loss, nature, and human resilience. She holds a Ph.D. in environmental and developmental economics; she has authored several peer-reviewed publications, co-edited textbooks, and published in several media outlets. Jennifer has a poetry chapter book forthcoming (2027, Finishing Line Press). When she’s not writing, Jennifer enjoys gardening, dancing, and spending meaningful time with her loved ones. Follow her @jfhelgeson on Instagram and check out her work on jenniferfreyahelgeson.com.

Published In

The Mid-Atlantic Review

Pictura Journal

The Cypress Review

Abraxas