Rhea Tregebov

Rhea Tregebov (born 1953) is a Canadian poet, novelist and children's writer[1] who lives in Vancouver, British Columbia.

In her work as teacher and editor, she has mentored and inspired generations of Canadian poets [citation needed].

[2] Her poetry is characterized by a strong poetic voice, intellectual honesty, and a compassionate engagement with the extraordinary lived experience of "ordinary" life.

Tregebov is also the author of two novels, Rue des Rosiers and The Knife-Sharpener’s Bell, as well as five popular children's picture books.

In January 2005 she has hired by the Creative Writing Program at the University of British Columbia, where she was promoted to associate professor in 2012.