Join us for a reading celebrating the publication of Rollercoaster of Life, a new collection of poems by Phyllis Carito, published by Finishing Line Press. This evocative collection explores the joys and challenges of life through reflections on childhood, nature, grief, and growth—guiding readers through moments of uncertainty, clarity, and hope.

Phyllis Carito is a poet, writer, and educator whose work has appeared in numerous literary journals, including Passager, Mediterranean Review, Persimmon Tree, and Vermont Literary Review. She is the author of several books, including Barely a Whisper, The Stability of Trees in the Winds of Grief, and Worn Masks.