About

Karian Markos is a Greek American poet, fiction writer, and nonprofit attorney. Her first book of poetry, Esemplastic: Many and One has been awarded the 2024 Prairie State Poetry Prize and was published August 1, 2024 by Highland Park Poetry Press. Her work has been published in Carmina Magazine, Hemingway Shorts Literary Journal, Living Crue Magazine, Prairie Light Review, Highland Park Poetry, Bombfire, and elsewhere.  ​​​

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Karian's Greek heritage is rooted in the village of Kardamyla, Chios, Greece. The island's medieval history, natural beauty, and strong naval tradition provide a treasure trove of inspiration for her writing. 

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