Poet Laureate Of The United States. Initially the post was designated as the consultant in poetry to the library of congress. She is the author of nine books of poetry, several plays and children’s books, and two memoirs.

Whereas the british office renders the laureate a salaried member of the british royal household, the american poet laureate acts as the chair of poetry for the library of congress. The yearly appointment may be renewed at the discretion of Until 1999 the position was a lifetime appointment;