We Make a Tiny Herd Wins the Willa Literary Award

Colorado based Women Writing the West has awarded We Make a Tiny Herd the prestigious Willa Literary Award for Poetry. Judged by professional librarians, Lucy Griffith accepted the award on October 17 at the annual conference held virtually. The judges comments:

“Excellent application of theme. A unique western woman’s experience. The strong voice of the author as well as the quiet, enchanting portrayal of this mysterious woman, La Reina, in well-versed poetry was very moving.”

“Eye catching front graphics and title that will capture the attention of the bookstore browsers. Inside the covers, Griffith treats her readers to a ride through Far West Texas with fresh, sensory poetry.”

“I love the flow of the narrative, the descriptive language of the landscape, and the uniqueness of La Reina.”

We Make a Tiny Herd has won the Wrangler Award for Poetry! The Western Heritage and Cowboy Hall of Fame in Oklahoma City gives these awards annually. Each awardee receives a bronze statue of horse and rider. Ceremonies are expected in April, with Lifetime Achievement Awards going to Robert Duvall and Kurt Russell.