I'm Allison, a writer & creative writing instructor serving writers of memoir & creative nonfiction. Here you'll find thoughts on the writing life, craft essays & writing prompts/exercises that will help you find authority & authenticity in your writing.
Words in Brevity, Under the Gum Tree, Nieman Storyboard, etc. Writer & creative writing instructor based in Durham, NC. Currently working on a memoir. Huge fan of ice cream, spending time with people I love & asking big questions.
I want to hold up the pieces that don't fit and study them together - to say, THIS TOO. This is part of the story - of disability, of womanhood, of childhood sickness, of motherhood, of living in a body - too.
Real talk about the writing + publishing industry from an author who doesnโt want you to feel confused, bewildered, or alone. Plus: craft tips, reading recommendations, writing support + solidarity (unless you are a jerk to people in the comments).