Contributors and Collaborators
Contributors and collaborators are an important part of keeping Underground Bookshelf relevant, engaging, and creative! You can become a contributor by reaching out through our Submissions page and submitting your writing or artwork to be included in our collection. If you are a content creator or a business that supports the values of Underground Bookshelf, you can support the page as well by featuring Underground Bookshelf in your content, sponsoring the project, and more. Reach out to us at contact.undergroundbookshelf@gmail.com to discuss opportunities.
Our Contributors
Laura M. Browne-Lambert, (Underground Bookshelf Founder)
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From a young age, Laura knew something was missing from the books she read. Even today, so many of the books that reach readers lack strong women and femme-presenting characters, or positive representation for the queer and disabled communities. Laura's writing emphasizes characters, identities, and experiences she missed out on in her youth.
Laura is queer and neurodivergent, and has a chronic illness caused by long-COVID. She lives in Boston, MA with her wife, Jasmine. She enjoys gardening, painting, and finding new science fiction or fantasy books to enjoy. Find her first book, The Wood, on Amazon. She uses she/her pronouns.
Ghost, Guest Writer
I am a genderqueer and poly writer who loves to explore metaphors and use poetic language. I am new to submitting work but excited to do so! During the work day, I am an Electrical Engineer. I graduated from Olin College in December 2022. I use all pronouns.
Read Ghost's work:
Phoenix Illing, Guest Writer
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Phoenix is a newly graduated high school student, and their interests include writing, reading, baking, spending time outside, and playing with their dog. They have been writing since they were eight years old, but only in the past year have they really seriously written pieces. They try their best to represent minorities that they don’t often see represented, and they want to draw awareness to mental health issues. They use they/them pronouns.
Our Collaborators
PREEZY, Podcaster (Listen Up, Listen In)
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Listen Up Listen In is a weekly podcast that discusses a wide range of topics with the goal of inspiring healing, education, motivation, and joy. Every other Friday, they upload bonus episodes that feature Black History and answer the question, "What would you do?" The podcast focuses on self-improvement, community, and empowerment. For those who enjoy reading, PREEZY also interviews an assortment of authors who write on a variety of topics.
PREEZY created her podcast in memory of her parents. She seeks to have engaging conversations that help us navigate the hard times and celebrate the good in our lives.
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