Second Story Journal

This poem, titled “Between Season,” is my first publication. I wrote this exploratory ride through the countryside when I was feeling lost about my family’s move to Hickory, NC.

Oakland Arts Review

This poem, titled “Between Season,” is my first publication. I wrote this exploratory ride through the countryside when I was feeling lost about my family’s move to Hickory, NC.

Second Story Journal

Lightning Struck twice in Spring 2024 when I published two pieces with the familiar SSJ. One is a comedic fiction story about a boxer, and the other in an existential poem about America.

Carolina Muse

This publication was extremely special to me, as it’s the first time I was published outside of a University. This poem, “Butterfly Crossing a Highway,” was literally inspired by its title.

The Seahawk

I worked at The Seahawk for two years before publishing an article of my own. As a movie lover, it brought me great joy to write a review for “Love Lies Bleeding,” a queer thriller.

History Through Fiction

This is my “Meet the Intern” blog for my Fall Internship with History Through Fiction. This brought me SO much joy; I didn’t think I’d enjoy writing about myself so much.

Query Tracker

After signing with my agent, I thought it would be helpful to complete an interview on my querying journey and share a bit about my historical thriller novel, THERE USED TO BE PEOPLE HERE.

Lookout Books

In honor of Freedom To Read Day, I wrote a blog highlighting Lookout’s unique position as an independent publisher, the dangers of censorship, and what readers can do to speak out against banning.

ONLY POEMS

In this essay, I share valuable behind-the-scenes insight into how I signed with my literary agent, offering tactics for how to prepare a manuscript, navigating the process of querying, and finding your literary champion.

Clayjar Review

This nonfiction piece explores my relationship with God and faith in the shape of a church bulletin. Not only did I enjoy exploring this unique form of writing, but it’s also the first time I’ve shared/published writing about my Christianity.