Fernando Valverde

Fernando Valverde is a Spanish poet, writer, and Associate Professor of Spanish and Poetry at the University of Virginia. Born in Granada in 1980, he is recognized as a distinctive voice in contemporary Spanish-language poetry. Scholars from nearly 100 international universities selected him as the most outstanding Spanish-language poet born after 1970, and his work has received major poetry awards in Spain.

Valverde’s books explore poetry, memory, and history. His selected works include Poesía (1997–2025), The Men Who Killed My Mother, America, Desgracia, La muerte de Adonais, and the literary biography Vida de Lord Byron. His books have been published in 25 countries, and his writing reaches international audiences through publishers, translators, universities, festivals, and readers.

At the University of Virginia, Valverde teaches and conducts research spanning creative writing, contemporary poetry, and literary history. His professional activities also include lectures and conferences in more than 30 countries. The website provides information about his biography, books, recognition, academic work, and contact details for readings, lectures, translations, press, and academic invitations.