Hal Bogotch

Hal Bogotch is the Los Angeles Public Library’s Adult Literacy Coordinator for the area that includes Venice, Mar Vista, Westchester-Loyola Village, Playa Vista, and the Palisades. He has taught Adult ESL and Computer Skills for more than 15 years. Hal is one of Chimayo Press’s “go to” freelance editors, and co-author of Compelling American Conversations. His poetry can be found in the Free Venice Beachhead, Rattle, and other literary journals. Hal’s wife, Laura Lacámara, is an award-winning children’s book author/illustrator.