Terry E. Carter is a gifted writer, poet, and speaker who has been writing and
developing his craft for decades. He is a classically-trained poet with literary
influences that range from Shakespeare to the Harlem Renaissance. Terry is a
sought-after poet and presenter on a variety of topics related to Black history, faith,
and contemporary culture. He has published six volumes of poetry, including his
newly completed book, Brown Skin and the Brilliant Sun: A Poet’s Opus, released
in October. Terry E. Carter was named the inaugural Poet Laureate of Medford, MA
in the summer of 2021 and completed his two-year term at the end of June. Terry
is an ordained deacon and arts minister at Jubilee Christian Church of Stoughton.
He directs Elder Services and Special Programs at the West Medford Community
Center and is married to Terésa Carter, an ordained pastor and liturgical dance
leader.