Kenny Fries

Kenny Fries is a renowned American memoirist and poet, born in 1960. His literary career spans multiple genres, including memoirs, poetry, and editing. He has authored several notable works, such as "Body, Remember: A Memoir" and "The History of My Shoes and the Evolution of Darwin's Theory", which demonstrate his unique perspective and writing style. Fries has also edited "Staring Back: The Disability Experience from the Inside Out", a collection of stories that offer a glimpse into the lives of individuals with disabilities.

In addition to his written works, Fries has explored other creative outlets, including opera. He was commissioned to write the libretto for "The Memory Stone", which premiered in 2013. His poetry collections, such as "In the Gardens of Japan" and "Desert Walking", showcase his ability to craft evocative and thought-provoking verse. Fries has received numerous awards and honors for his work, including a Creative Capital grant, the Gustavus Myers Outstanding Book Award, and a Creative Arts Fellowship from the Japan-U.S. Friendship Commission. He has also been recognized as a Fulbright Scholar twice and created the Fries Test, a tool used to evaluate disability representation in fiction and film.