My name is Crystal Stone. I'm a poet currently living and studying in Ames, IA. I'll be traveling on my book tour to celebrate the recent publication of my first collection of poetry, Knock-Off Monarch (Dawn Valley Press, 2018). There's more about me and my publication history on my website www.crystalbstone.com.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I love meeting new people. This way of traveling has been a lot more fun than staying at airbnbs alone. Plus traveling is expensive (especially for a poet!). I'm happy to return the favor for travelers in Ames, IA :)

Interests

• poetry
• music
• poetry slam

Music, Movies, and Books

Favorite books: "Hello, the roses," Mei-Mei Bressenbrugge, "Calling a Wolf a Wolf," Kaveh Akbar, "This Crown Ain't Worth Much," Hanif Abdurraqib-Willis, "Still Life with Two Dead Peacocks and a Girl," Diane Seuss, and so so many more.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Published my first book and gave a TEDx talk on poetry!

Teach, Learn, Share

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=quOciizfhIc&t=210s - this is my TEDx talk! I hope you like it.

What I Can Share with Hosts

I can cook and help with house chores.

Countries I’ve Visited

Belgium, Canada, France, Germany, Jamaica, Peru