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  The Words That Remade Me

  Caroline Hensley

  Caroline Hensley

  Caroline Hensley, raised in Montgomery, Alabama, grew up in a family of educators, fostering her passion for storytelling and social justice from an early age.

  Mar 22, 2025 • Inspiration
• 4 min read

  The Words That Find Us

  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.

  Mar 22, 2025 • Inspiration
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  Jump Anyway

  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 22, 2025 • Inspiration
• 3 min read

  Tidepools and Triumph

  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 21, 2025 • Inspiration
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  The Shape of What's Next

  Yuan Li

  Yuan Li

  Yuan Li, an only child from Beijing, grew up in a literary household. She studied Creative Writing at Peking University and explores themes of romance in her writing.

  Mar 21, 2025 • Inspiration
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  Life’s Best Surprises Start With Curiosity

  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 20, 2025 • Inspiration
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  Dancing with Doubt

  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.

  Mar 20, 2025 • Inspiration
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  Dancing with My First Byline

  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 20, 2025 • Inspiration
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  Blueprints of Boldness and Beets

  Caleb Peterson

  Caleb Peterson

  Caleb Peterson grew up in a devout LDS household in Salt Lake City, fostering his intellectual curiosity and love for the outdoors from a young age.

  Mar 20, 2025 • Inspiration
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  Unlocked by Curiosity

  Nathaniel Caldwell

  Nathaniel Caldwell

  Nate Caldwell, raised in Scottsdale, values entrepreneurship and community. He combines creativity and business through marketing and motivational storytelling.

  Mar 19, 2025 • Inspiration
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  Stepping Into Your Power

  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.

  Mar 19, 2025 • Inspiration
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  Writing Without a Safety Net

  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 19, 2025 • Inspiration