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  Thorny Wisdom in the Desert

  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.

  Sep 2, 2025 • Inspiration
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  The Night Laughter Found Me

  Juliette Bouchard

  Juliette Bouchard

  Juliette Bouchard, a Montreal native from a bilingual family, is a novelist known for exploring language, identity, and Quebec culture through her literature.

  Sep 2, 2025 • Inspiration
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  Tending the Fire of Everyday Creativity

  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.

  Sep 2, 2025 • Inspiration
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  When Words Find You

  Zahra Ahmed

  Zahra Ahmed

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

  Sep 2, 2025 • Inspiration
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  Fate and Wharton’s Wisdom

  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.

  Sep 2, 2025 • Inspiration
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  Burned but Building

  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.

  Sep 1, 2025 • Inspiration
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  Brewing Creativity at Dawn

  Jackson Harcourt

  Jackson Harcourt

  Jax Harcourt grew up on a ranch near Jackson, guiding tourists and documenting wildlife, where his love for storytelling began.

  Sep 1, 2025 • Inspiration
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  Compass Lost, Purpose Found

  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.

  Aug 31, 2025 • Inspiration
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  Wander, Learn, Transform

  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.

  Aug 31, 2025 • Inspiration
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  Messy Magic: Embracing Chaos to Create

  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.

  Aug 31, 2025 • Inspiration
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  Chasing Glitter, Finding Storylines

  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.

  Aug 31, 2025 • Inspiration
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  Saddling Up for Joy

  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.

  Aug 30, 2025 • Inspiration