DeAndre Holloway, a Chicago native, grew up in a middle-class family. He is an acclaimed author and advocate for urban storytelling, deeply rooted in his city's culture.
Chris Valente, raised in Santa Barbara, grew up in a philanthropic family. He now writes novels and essays blending ecology with personal stories in Santa Monica.
Chris Valente, raised in Santa Barbara, grew up in a philanthropic family. He now writes novels and essays blending ecology with personal stories in Santa Monica.
Julianne Santos grew up in La Jolla, California, surrounded by the ocean, influenced by her mother’s marine biology career and her family's love for nature.
Dimitri Laskaris, born in Athens to restaurateurs, grew up in a vibrant environment rich in debates on politics, food, and philosophy, shaping his insights and writing style.
Marc Devonte Prince is a gay Black man from Beaumont, Texas, advocating for resilience and community while prioritizing education amidst financial challenges.
Yuan Li, an only child from Beijing, grew up in a literary household. She studied Creative Writing at Peking University and explores themes of romance in her writing.
