the craft. everything is a writing sample.

Fellowships and writing programs can be a great jumpstart to the career you’re looking for in writing. It’s not the only way, but it’s something a lot of us pursue as a way to build our networks, grow as writers, and decorate our bios. My whole publishing journey started with a fellowship rejection, honestly. And yet, still, I write the applications, the bios and artist statements in hopes to get access to those same things as a published author.

the craftAshley M. ColemanMarch 31, 2023writing, writing fellowships, black authorComment

the craft. to have written.

I was asked recently what keeps me showing up to the page. Essentially, a question on my discipline with writing, because, honey, there are so many things I’m writing all the time. But the truth of it is, writing is actually one of my favorite things to do. Well, I should say that carefully because sometimes it’s hard as hell. But I think the above sentiment brings it together pretty well. I love to have written.