Born:  11/22/1947

Home Town:  New Orleans

Fast Fact:  Had his own law practice before he gave it up to become a poet full time.

Poet & Illustrator of the Month:

Brod Bagert

Do you love chocolate?  Baseball?  Princesses?  Horses?  Do you have problems with little brothers and sisters?  Want to read poems that will gross out adults?  Then this is the poet for you! 

Brod Bagert gave up being a lawyer so that he can bring the joy of poetry to children of all ages.  Whether you are 4 years old or in middle school, he has written poetry for you.  Yes, I know what you are thinking - poetry?  Are you kidding?  I can't believe there's poetry for me.  Trust me on this one and borrow some of his books from our library - and you'll want to borrow the rest!  If you enjoy him as much as I do and want the books for yourself, ask your parents.  The covers at the bottom of the page, will take you directly to that book on Amazon.

Awards Earned:

Hormone Jungle - Independent Publisher's Book Award in Education/Academic/Teaching

Giant Children -  best book in children's literature in Delaware, Texas, Illinois, Colorado and Washington.

Other Interesting Facts:

Brod Bagert:

• Has 4 children and 1 grandchild

• Tours the country 30 weeks a year going to schools to show kids how fun poetry is

• Has written 12 poetry books for children and adults alike

• Thinks that poems can bring world peace

• Believes that the sounds of words are very cool

For more information, visit Brod Bagert's Website

What do you think?  Brod Bagert Poetry Contest!

Here are some excepts from my favorite poems.  Email me with the poem you like the best and I'll email you the rest of the poem!  On the 1st of February, I'll post the results of the contest along with all the poems in full - If you can't wait until then, check one of his books out during your weekly reading club meeting.