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Indie Frames, Messy Takes
Miles Chapin
Miles Chapin
Miles Chapin grew up in Boulder in a progressive, environmentally conscious family, with a passion for nature and community engagement from an early age.
Apr 17, 2025 • Culture
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Bookstore Confessions
Charlotte Winslow
Charlotte Winslow
Charlotte Winslow grew up in a historic sea captain's home in Kennebunkport, where her family's maritime ties shaped her love for New England history and coastal life.
Apr 17, 2025 • Culture
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Reel Life Unscripted
Ebony Lancaster
Ebony Lancaster
Ebony Lancaster, raised in a prosperous Dallas family, values academic excellence and civic engagement, influenced by her parents' successful careers.
Apr 16, 2025 • Culture
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Mixtape of Moods and Moments
Leslie Woodruff
Leslie Woodruff
Leslie Woodruff, raised in Boise’s North End, comes from a family with Idaho roots, blending agricultural tradition with a creative spirit through her parents' craft brewery.
Apr 16, 2025 • Culture
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Southern Gothic, Slightly Awkward
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.
Apr 15, 2025 • Culture
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Stitched Together
Martin Garcia
Martin Garcia
Martin García, born in Miami to Cuban immigrants, cherishes family and cultural heritage, shaping his narrative voice and themes in his writing.
Apr 15, 2025 • Culture
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Tracks That Shaped the Journey
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.
Apr 15, 2025 • Culture
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Midnight Vines and Misadventures
Carmen Delgado
Carmen Delgado
Carmen Delgado, born in Santiago, Chile, grew up in a musical home. She is a writer and editor focused on cross-cultural relationships and modern urban life.
Apr 15, 2025 • Culture
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Backdrop to Big Screen
Trent Donovan
Trent Donovan
Trent Donovan grew up in a cabin near Lake Tahoe, surrounded by stories from travelers as his parents ran a seasonal lodge for outdoor enthusiasts.
Apr 14, 2025 • Culture
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Songs as Soul Markers
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.
Apr 14, 2025 • Culture
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Driftwood Days and Directorial Dreams
Christo Valente
Christo Valente
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.
Apr 13, 2025 • Culture
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Aspens, Alpenglow, and Being Seen
Gray McAllister
Gray McAllister
Gray McAllister, raised in Telluride, grew up on a family ranch, fostering a love for the outdoors and writing about his trail adventures amidst the San Juan Mountains.
Apr 13, 2025 • Culture

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