Tommy Pico

Tommy Pico is a poet, essayist, and critic from the Kumeyaay Nation, known for his raw and humorous explorations of contemporary life, queerness, and Indigenous identity. He is the author of acclaimed poetry collections such as "IRL," "Nature Poem," and "Artificialized," and has been a finalist for major literary awards. Pico also co-founded the poetry collective Screens, combining experimental verse with pop culture.