When I first took the internship at Narratively, I promised myself I'd use my time there to inch my way out of my comfort zone and write stories that challenged my skill set. So, I was beyond thrilled when my…
Read morePublished Works
For my most recent writing, check out my Substack, where I publish a new essay every other Friday.
New York Times · "I Wanted to Be Dominated. But Not Quite Like That."
The Brooklyn Rail · "Eula Biss's Notes From No Man's Land"
Narratively · "The 12 Step Group That Meets in the Basement of a Fetish Shop"
Narratively · "How This Narratively Piece Triggered an International Investigation"
12th Street Journal · Letter from the Editor (EIC 2018-2019)
12th Street Journal · "Finishing School: A Conversation with Danelle Morton"
12th Street Journal · "Lay off of Lena"
The Narratively Piece That Triggered an International Investigation
This fall, I had the pleasure of chatting with Reema Zaman, author of I Am Yours (Jan 2019, Amberjack Press). Reema's voice is brave, elegant, and more important than ever. It's one I strive for in my own writing.
While…
Modern Love
Last week, I quietly celebrated 5 years of sobriety.
When I first quit drinking, I was totally burnt from the road–depressed, uninspired and at a loss for where my life was headed. I wanted to keep in touch with…
Read moreLay off of Lena
Fun fact: March is Endometriosis Awareness Month. Less fun fact: I have it, and it's not a party.
Earlier this month, Vogue published an essay by Lena Dunham about her decision to have a full hysterectomy (she's also got the…
Interview with Danelle Morton
My very first interview as the Nonfiction editor at the 12th Street Journal came out this month! It's an interview with Danelle Morton, ghostwriter of Donna Brazile's "Hacks."
Read it here.