maroon~age

In this book reading space, we will read select stories from The World We Used to Live In, written by Native American writer Vine Deloria, Jr. (Standing Rock Lakota). This book is meant to be a passport or offering to us in these times as a way to “draw strength from the old ways.” Let’s explore the medicine that these stories can offer us, wisdom that we can lean into during this time in which we currently live.

All readings will be provided so that all can participate. Each session will be a new story to read and discuss. We will also have dedicated 20-30 minute quiet reflective writing. If you are a writer, this can be an inspiration to generate new writing. Ultimately, this is a space to share as a community of creative shelter.

This will be the first session and the goal is to meet at least once a month. We’ll decide the next dates at our first gathering. Sessions will not be recorded. Cameras on during discussion.

ABOUT ASATA

Asata Radcliffe is a writer and visual artist who received her MFA in Creative Writing from Antioch University (Los Angeles).  Her writing is multi-genre, including speculative fiction, essays, and scriptwriting. As a Kimbilio Fellow, her writing has appeared in anthologies and literary journals, including The Chart Anthology, Dawnland Voices, Luminescent Threads: Connections to Octavia Butler (The Collection), released by Twelfth Planet Press, along with being a co-producer and writer for her radio drama, The Collective. Her writing and art research projects include A Slower Ontology (SPACE Gallery), Kal (UNE Gallery), and A Convenient Soldier (Maine Historical Society).  For over ten years, she has worked with authors as an editor and writing coach, including her time as a book reviewer for Kirkus Reviews and her current role as a Developmental Editor for Atmosphere Press.  She is currently working on her first science fiction novel.