Samuel Hawkins II

Samuel Hawkins or know as "Snacks" is a poet, performer, and educator. With over 300 live performances with crowds reaching 3,000 in attendance Mr. Hawkins is no stranger to the stage or classroom. As well as performing original pieces of spoken-word poetry, he has conducted several poetry workshops across the state of Kentucky. Samuel Hawkins is not shy when it comes to shining a light on otherwise taboo subject matters. Survivors of rape, homelessness, racism, love, hate, war, God, gender inequalities, and music are to cover a few of his poem's topics. In his new book "This is why Kids Wanna stay up Late" he not only covers these topics but he implores the readers to pick a pen or maybe a violin bow and start creating to. Samuel recognizes that everyone's perspective is valuable and art is the perfect forum to communicate with each other.