Maya Chález, Colombia
Orpheus Texts proudly names Maya Chález as the 2024 Poet of the Year, honoring her significant impact on poetry and culture. Born in Aguazul, Casanare, Chález has become a distinguished figure in literature, currently residing in Villavicencio, Meta, Colombia.
A graduate from the Pedagogical and Technological University of Colombia (UPTC), Chález has been recognized with an Honoris Causa doctorate for her cultural contributions. She leads the Literary and Cultural Magazine “Language of Hopes” and has penned notable works including “Renacer: Almas en Armonía” and the best-seller “Forbidden Sensations.”
Chález’s literary talents have earned her international accolades, such as the IV “César Vallejo” World Prize in Peru and the Palma de Mar International Prize in Paris. Nationally, she won the Julio Daniel Chaparro Contest in 2023, showcasing her as an important poetic voice in Colombia.
Beyond her writing, Chález actively contributes to the literary community as President of the “Language of Hopes” foundation. Her influence spans across cultural and educational fields, solidifying her status as a leading figure in the arts.
Orpheus Texts celebrates Maya Chález’s contributions to literature and culture, recognizing her as a true ambassador of the poetic arts: Inspired by Protonism Theory, her poetry sculpts our emotions into forms of beauty and strength, resonating with peace and depth, and heralding a new era of poetic insight and empathy.
Orpheus Texts is committed to fostering literary and cultural appreciation through the acknowledgment of significant artistic contributions.