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  The First Leap

  Tiana Whitewolf

  Tiana Whitewolf

  Tiana Whitewolf, raised on the Navajo Nation in Arizona, values indigenous traditions and communal care in her writing and cultural work.

  Mar 12, 2025 • Inspiration
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  Holding Hands with Fear

  Rina Tanaka

  Rina Tanaka

  Rina Tanaka grew up in suburban Tokyo, influenced by her professor father and floral designer mother, fostering a love for art, culture, and meaningful discussions.

  Mar 12, 2025 • Inspiration
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  The Glow Beneath the Glitter

  Aurora Vega

  Aurora Vega

  Aurora Vega, raised near Las Vegas, grew up in a family tied to the entertainment scene, experiencing both the glamor of the Strip and the warmth of local communities.

  Mar 11, 2025 • Inspiration
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  Heart and Hustle: The Reality of Writing

  Raul Batista

  Raul Batista

  Raúl Batista is a Cuban American writer from Hialeah, Florida, known for his vivid storytelling and advocacy for literacy in underfunded communities.

  Mar 11, 2025 • Inspiration
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  Sketching Bold Beginnings

  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 11, 2025 • Inspiration
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  Writing Through the Mess

  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 11, 2025 • Inspiration
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  Everyday Alchemy

  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 11, 2025 • Inspiration
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  Leaning Into the Fear

  Daniel Fitzpatrick

  Daniel Fitzpatrick

  Daniel Fitzpatrick is a Toronto-based writer influenced by his multicultural upbringing and experiences in arts and culture, exploring themes of city living and identity.

  Mar 11, 2025 • Inspiration
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  The Chemistry of Curiosity

  Daniel Fitzpatrick

  Daniel Fitzpatrick

  Daniel Fitzpatrick is a Toronto-based writer influenced by his multicultural upbringing and experiences in arts and culture, exploring themes of city living and identity.

  Mar 10, 2025 • Inspiration
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  Magic Beyond the Fear

  Marc Devonte Prince

  Marc Devonte Prince

  Marc Devonte Prince is a gay Black man from Beaumont, Texas, advocating for resilience and community while prioritizing education amidst financial challenges.

  Mar 10, 2025 • Inspiration
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  Braving the Deep End

  Kaylee Harrington

  Kaylee Harrington

  Kaylee Harrington grew up in Myrtle Beach, helping at her parents' café. Her love for reading flourished amidst the tourism-driven environment of the Grand Strand.

  Mar 8, 2025 • Inspiration
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  The Spark of Serendipity

  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.

  Mar 8, 2025 • Inspiration