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  The Mosaic Within

  Ebony Lancaster

  Ebony Lancaster

  Ebony Lancaster, raised in a prosperous Dallas family, values academic excellence and civic engagement, influenced by her parents' successful careers.

  Mar 24, 2025 • Culture
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  Tides Between Worlds

  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 23, 2025 • Culture
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  Tango of Two Worlds

  Zahra Ahmed

  Zahra Ahmed

  Zahra Ahmed, born in Alexandria, Egypt, grew up in Paris, blending Egyptian traditions with French culture, shaping her bicultural identity.

  Mar 21, 2025 • Culture
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  Hummingbirds, Bookstores, and Frog-Hearted Love

  Avery Townsend

  Avery Townsend

  Avery Townsend grew up in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, exploring nature and nurturing a love for travel and storytelling while working at her family's lakeside resort.

  Mar 20, 2025 • Culture
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  Whale Songs and Kindred Spirits

  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 19, 2025 • Culture
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  When the Words Went Live

  Editorial Board

  Editorial Board

  The editorial board of Ciusi is a vibrant tapestry of voices from around the world, each bringing a unique lens on culture, romance, and sophistication.

  Mar 18, 2025 • Culture
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  Biscuit Tosses and Front Porch Truths

  Savannah Ridge

  Savannah Ridge

  Savannah Ridge grew up in a musical family in East Nashville, inspired by storytelling through lyrics and the vibrant local culture surrounding her.

  Mar 18, 2025 • Culture
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  The Art of Lingering Stories

  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.

  Mar 17, 2025 • Culture
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  Threads of Curiosity

  Malik Okoro

  Malik Okoro

  Malik Okoro, born in Lagos and raised in Brooklyn, writes contemporary romantic fiction influenced by his diverse upbringing and cultural experiences.

  Mar 16, 2025 • Culture
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  Postcards, Puns, and the Magnetism of Quirks

  Julianne Santos

  Julianne Santos

  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.

  Mar 16, 2025 • Culture
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  Salsa Steps Through the Mess

  Isabela Martinez

  Isabela Martinez

  Isabela Martínez, born to Cuban immigrants in Miami's Little Havana, values cultural traditions and celebrates her heritage through storytelling and the arts.

  Mar 13, 2025 • Culture
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  Where the Words Land

  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 13, 2025 • Culture