Jenny Xie is a contemporary Chinese-American poet known for her precise language and insightful exploration of themes such as travel, identity, and the sense of belonging. Her poetry often reflects on personal experiences and the nuances of observing different cultures and places. Xie's debut poetry collection, "Eye Level" (2018), received critical acclaim, winning the Walt Whitman Award of the Academy of American Poets and being named a finalist for the National Book Award in Poetry. Xie's work also frequently appears in well-regarded publications, where she is recognized for her keen poetic voice and thoughtful approach to form and content.