Inspiration

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  Glitter and Grit

  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.

  Apr 6, 2025 • Inspiration
• 5 min read

  Magic in the Mess

  Zahra Ahmed

  Zahra Ahmed

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

  Apr 6, 2025 • Inspiration
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  Everyday Alchemy

  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.

  Apr 5, 2025 • Inspiration
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  The Detergent Moment

  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.

  Apr 4, 2025 • Inspiration
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  Crafting Something New

  Ebony Johnson

  Ebony Johnson

  Ebony Johnson, raised in Charleston's Gullah Geechee heritage, was inspired by family stories and local history, shaping her passion for cultural exploration in her writing.

  Apr 4, 2025 • Inspiration
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  Falling Apart, Rising Anyway

  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.

  Apr 3, 2025 • Inspiration
• 4 min read

  Waves of Becoming

  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.

  Apr 2, 2025 • Inspiration
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  Choosing Brave

  Caroline Mayfield

  Caroline Mayfield

  Carrie Mayfield, raised in upscale Buckhead, Atlanta, values culture and philanthropy, influenced by her financial consultant parents and experiences in charity and art.

  Apr 1, 2025 • Inspiration
• 4 min read

  Firepit Epiphanies

  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 1, 2025 • Inspiration
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  Edges of Possibility

  Willow Fitzgerald

  Willow Fitzgerald

  Willow Fitzgerald, raised on a ranch near Bozeman, Montana, developed a love for the land and horses, shaping her journey as an author and environmental advocate.

  Mar 31, 2025 • Inspiration
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  Rising from the Rubble

  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.

  Mar 30, 2025 • Inspiration
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  Where the Magic Lives

  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.

  Mar 28, 2025 • Inspiration