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  Molting Through the Mess

  James Harrington

  James Harrington

  James Harrington, a rural West Virginia native from a coal mining family, emphasizes perseverance and community in his writing, blending regional traditions with universal themes.

  Mar 8, 2025 • Self-Improvement
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  Breaking Free from the Impostor Trap

  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 • Self-Improvement
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  Scaling the Mountain of Letting Go

  Christo Valente

  Christo Valente

  Chris Valente, raised in Santa Barbara, grew up in a philanthropic family. He now writes novels and essays blending ecology with personal stories in Santa Monica.

  Mar 8, 2025 • Self-Improvement
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  Lessons I Wish I Learned Sooner

  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.

  Mar 7, 2025 • Self-Improvement
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  Invited and Worthy: Owning Your Place

  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 7, 2025 • Self-Improvement
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  Eras Over Ego

  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 7, 2025 • Self-Improvement
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  Pull Up a Chair and Own It

  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 6, 2025 • Self-Improvement
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  Lemons of Vulnerability

  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 6, 2025 • Self-Improvement
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  The Confidence Curve: From Doubt to Mastery

  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.

  Mar 5, 2025 • Self-Improvement
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  Becoming Who You Forgot You Were

  Leslie Woodruff

  Leslie Woodruff

  Leslie Woodruff, raised in Boise’s North End, comes from a family with Idaho roots, blending agricultural tradition with a creative spirit through her parents' craft brewery.

  Mar 5, 2025 • Self-Improvement
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  The Confidence You Had All Along

  Miles Chapin

  Miles Chapin

  Miles Chapin grew up in Boulder in a progressive, environmentally conscious family, with a passion for nature and community engagement from an early age.

  Mar 4, 2025 • Self-Improvement
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  Becoming More You

  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 4, 2025 • Self-Improvement