In The Deep

E.J Garner is a poet whose work seeks to capture the intersections of identity, resilience, and connection. As a security dispatcher by profession, E.J spends much of their time in the quiet hours of the night—an atmosphere that naturally lends itself to reflection and writing. The stillness between calls becomes a space for words, where fleeting images and emotions are transformed into poetry. Outside of writing, E.J Garner values community and storytelling, believing that poetry has the power to bring people together, create understanding, and honor voices that too often go unheard. Whether writing late at night, sharing poems with friends, or submitting work to journals, E.J continues to grow into their role as a poet, striving to create work that resonates deeply and lingers long after the page is turned.