Orrick Glenday Johns (June 2, 1887 – July 8, 1946) was an influential American poet and playwright, known for his association with the modernist free-verse poets in Greenwich Village and the artist's colony at Grantwood, New Jersey. He was part of the "Others" group, which included notable figures such as William Carlos Williams, Wallace Stevens, Ezra Pound, and T.S. Eliot. Born in St. Louis, Missouri, Johns overcame a challenging childhood marked by a serious leg injury, which later influenced his writing. He gained national recognition in 1912 when his poem "Second Avenue" won The Lyric Year poetry contest, sparking controversy and media attention. Throughout his career, Johns published three volumes of poetry, a novel, and a successful play, "A Charming Conscience." He also became involved in leftist politics, briefly joining the Communist Party and working as an editor for the New Masses. Despite facing negative media attention and occasional death threats due to his political views, Johns continued to write and contribute to various publications. His life and work reflect a complex blend of artistic expression and social activism.