Writing

Kathleen recaps The Literary's recent evening with Hood Feminism author Mikki Kendall.

“I find sharing my poetry is a political move, says trans, nonbinary poet River Andres. “I am writing myself into history “

Here's what you need to know about the Festival of Writers, the the two-day, talent-packed wordfest coming to Krannert Center for the Performing Arts this weekend. 

Author and illustrator, Daniel Charles Wild, takes you on an emotional journey with Stories For Imaginary Friends: 50 Fantasy, Horror, Sci-Fi Stories, and Essays

In Z Macabre's second book inThe Witch book series Marisa's magical journey includes the return of an old lover, who just so happens to be a nonbinary vampire. 

On the appeal of zines, Will Arnold observes, “You can can fold some paper and call it a book, and it can go live in the world that way.”

In Halcyon, her debut collection of poetry, Madeline Blair's narrator journeys into the underworld, a modern-day Persephone who is pulled back from the brink of death, but left forever altered.

“You will stop drowning when you realize you can breathe through your tears,” writes Tarriona “Tank” Ball in “Survival Guide,” from her debut collection of poems. 

Ashanti Files discusses her experiences thus far as Urbana's Poet Laureate, including what she has learned in the position, and what is still to come for the remainder of her year-long term. Trigger warnings: please note that this article contains mentions of mental health concerns including body image, depression and suicide.