Authenticity

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  Breaking the Writer Stereotype

  Oliver Wentworth

  Oliver Wentworth

  Oliver Wentworth, a Nantucket native, grew up in a family inn, exploring the island's maritime history and crafting stories inspired by its whaling past.

  Mar 5, 2025 • Authenticity
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  Puffins, Maps, and the Magnetism of Being You

  Abby Woodcroft

  Abby Woodcroft

  Abby Woodcroft, raised in Bar Harbor, grew up near Acadia National Park, nurturing her passion for nature and writing inspired by her park ranger father.

  Mar 5, 2025 • Authenticity
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  Myths, Missteps, and the Realities of Writing

  Ileana Santos

  Ileana Santos

  Ileana Santos, born in Houston’s East End to a Cuban-Mexican family, grew up surrounded by lively conversation, home-cooked meals, and Latin music.

  Mar 4, 2025 • Authenticity
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  Shaking Off the Fraud Facade

  Dimitri Laskaris

  Dimitri Laskaris

  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.

  Mar 3, 2025 • Authenticity
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  The Messy Truth About Being a Writer

  Abby Woodcroft

  Abby Woodcroft

  Abby Woodcroft, raised in Bar Harbor, grew up near Acadia National Park, nurturing her passion for nature and writing inspired by her park ranger father.

  Mar 2, 2025 • Authenticity
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  Byline Buzz

  Briar Montgomery

  Briar Montgomery

  Briar Montgomery, raised in Napa Valley, grew up in a wine-centric family, immersing herself in global wine culture from an early age.

  Mar 2, 2025 • Authenticity
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  Barefoot and Unfinished

  Veronica St. Claire

  Veronica St. Claire

  Veronica St. Claire, raised in Manhattan's Upper East Side, comes from an art-centric family and has built a career in art criticism and cultural explorations.

  Mar 2, 2025 • Authenticity
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  Barefoot in the Traffic of Vulnerability

  Harriet Ojo

  Harriet Ojo

  Harriet Ojo, from Abuja, Nigeria, grew up in a family that valued education and community service, shaping her commitment to social issues and storytelling.

  Mar 1, 2025 • Authenticity
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  Telling Stories That Matter

  Marcus Chambers

  Marcus Chambers

  Marcus Chambers grew up in a Jamaican American household in D.C., where his parents worked hard to provide opportunities while honoring their Caribbean roots.

  Feb 28, 2025 • Authenticity
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  Ink in the Soul

  Celeste Harrington

  Celeste Harrington

  Celeste Harrington, raised in Savannah's historic district, is inspired by her architect father and pianist mother, fostering her love for art, literature, and Southern Gothic heritage.

  Feb 27, 2025 • Authenticity
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  Proving You Belong, One Awkward Step at a Time

  James Harrington

  James Harrington

  James Harrington, a rural West Virginia native from a coal mining family, emphasizes perseverance and community in his writing, blending regional traditions with universal themes.

  Feb 25, 2025 • Authenticity
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  The Art of Showing Up Messy

  Becca Goldstein

  Becca Goldstein

  Becca Goldstein, raised in Beverly Hills, grew up in a Jewish family tied to the LA entertainment industry, attending film premieres and charity galas from an early age.

  Feb 22, 2025 • Authenticity