Daria-Ann MartineauThe Story of DevinA year ago my life changed. The night of 22 Jan, I remember feeling off, like I was getting a cold, so I took a Nyquil and went to bed…Jan 25, 2021Jan 25, 2021
Daria-Ann MartineauWhen and Why is it Wrong to “Use” Others?“N*gga, you stay needing one little-ass favour!” one of the last angry statements Molly makes to Issa on the latest episode of Insecure (S…May 11, 2020May 11, 2020
Daria-Ann MartineauHow to help others during CoronageddonIf you’re like me — holed up in your house and trying to protect your sanity by limiting news checking — you’re probably wondering what…Mar 17, 2020Mar 17, 2020
Daria-Ann MartineauI’m Okay with Toni Morrison’s PassingOne of the greatest known writers in the English language has died. My social media timeline is, naturally, filled with photos, anecdotes…Aug 6, 2019Aug 6, 2019
Daria-Ann MartineauDear #TeamMichael, here is why you’ve always had it wrongThis post contains Season 5 spoilersAug 1, 2019Aug 1, 2019
Daria-Ann MartineauWindrush, ICE Threats & Concentration Camps.This past week — like many in our current cultural climate — has been an emotional and eventful period for immigrants. I just wanted to…Jun 24, 2019Jun 24, 2019
Daria-Ann MartineauThe Least of My Brothers: A Letter to My Church FamilyIn 2015, I began attending a church where people were warm, friendly, and open. I got to know churchgoers with very different backgrounds…Jan 20, 2017Jan 20, 2017
Daria-Ann MartineauNYU and POC: Why We Want and Need MFA DiversityThis year the Creative Writing world was abuzz with another twist in the “MFA vs. NYC” Debate. On The New Yorker’s website, Pulitzer Winner…Nov 4, 2014Nov 4, 2014
Daria-Ann Martineau10 Marketable Skills a Creative Writing Degree Will Give You“Why did I decide to be a writer?” As I re-enter the job market, I ask myself this question with each new cover letter, trying to explain…Aug 8, 2014Aug 8, 2014
