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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.

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About Allison Kirkland

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.

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