Catherine Arturi Parilla navigates the landscapes of memory and human connection through her writing. Her poetry and fiction explore the quiet moments that shape our lives—examining both what is spoken and what remains in silence.
Her poetry manuscript, "Stones from the Vault," examines how memory reshapes our understanding of the past. More recently, Catherine has turned toward fiction, crafting stories that illuminate the subtle complexities of relationships.
With over twenty-five years in academia and publications in journals including Painted Bride Quarterly and Wisconsin Review, Catherine brings both scholarly depth and creative insight to her writing. Her work has been recognized as a finalist for the 2018 Lauria/Frasca Prize and long-listed for the 2018 Sexton Prize.
“Poised between liars,
we’re dazzled to believe
we’re not alone.”