Note from the editor
Chalkboard is a collaborative writing publication for anyone who wishes to participate! If you would like to join (write OR make your own game), drop a comment on the “About” page!
Editors
Harper Thorpe
Engaged citizen, poet, musician, humorist, family man. I value irreverence, soulfulness, and a big heart. Offering insight, introspection, shock & aw shucks!
Writers
Jackie Ann
Passionate writer who enjoys using the creative process as a means of self expression and self reflection.
Classical Sass
Perpetually three eighth notes shy of a homicide. Find me on patreon: https://patreon.com/user?u=5362411
Roen Naska
I'm 17. The writer of one novel, looking forward to write the second this year. Writing is an incredible feeling. I want it to be all mine.
Marco Smith
I recently became interested in writing after joining a local creative writing group. Those I have written have been well received so I decided to start a blog.
Sherryn Anderson
mother, storyteller, closet poet, chronically hopeful heart attack survivor www.sherrynanderson.com @peacefulheart13
Colette
I'm not a marshmallow kind of person. I'm more a hard toffee kinda girl. More intense flavour but not everyone has the teeth for me.
Paul Brookes
Writer, historian,fam & loc., shop assist., security guard, postman, admin. assistant, photographer, lecturer, performer with "Rats for Love". Counter intuitive
Vaghawan Ojha
A drop of water you could see that dumbly awaits in vain to spill and be a stream: Alas there is sunshine.
Allan Rae
Educator, HIV researcher, former flight paramedic, MFA, poetry, creative non fiction, memoir, intersectional social justice, satire, dogs. https://allanrae.com
Tasneem Kagalwalla
Life Strategist. Trainer. Speaker. Author ~ you are everything you choose to be ~ www.tasneemkagalwalla.com
Patsy Starke
Registered Nurse, Transgender Woman In a lifelong transition, Parent, Grandparent, Normal every day run of the mill person, realizing my place here.
Just B
I write my story every day. Bruised and broken? Not me! Just like a lotus I bloom from the mud and show my beautiful colors.
Renée S.
Publisher of MANOEUVRE https://medium.com/manoeuvre LM is back ! https://medium.com/literati-magazine-limitededition
Prachi Percy Sharma
Content developer, Author, Writer, Aspiring journalist, blogger, Researcher, Bookworm, Freelance Editor, Netflix addict. Reach me: percykerrywrites@gmail.com
Willow T. Lovelace
Polonius: What do you read, my lord? Hamlet: Words, words, words. (Hamlet 2.2.200–201)
RavenRules
I am a comic artist who is currently 16. I am hoping to get my books and my talents around to share with others and hopefully make some sort of impact too.
Delaney Kochan
Lover of lyric and fragmented essays. Writing roots in poetry; moving toward practice in longform. Find more at https://www.delaneykochan.com.
Indagadda Davida 🍎🐍
Lover. Of people. And raw truth. Released a legal career to pursue a nursing passion. Mother, adoptive & bio (x4). Wanderer. Self-care & nap advocate. Friend.
Pam: Early Onset Spouse
Healthy, usually happy, wife to Rick who has Early Onset Alzheimer’s Disease. Daughter to dad w/AD. Figuring it out as we go along. www.earlyonsetspouse.com
Tommy Paley
I write creative non-fiction, humorous and random short stories, unique and tasty recipes and fiction involving odd and funny relationships. I also love cheese.
Syed Qassim Acabo
Hi, I'm Syed. Digital Marketing Maestro 🚀 | Business Consultant & Creative Wordsmith 🎨 | Transforming Visions into Digital Realities ✨ | Founder: acabocc.com.
Roz Madder
Human hacking the boundaries of experience. Mixing Poetry & Engineering. Making hay wending wyrd. Twitter:@jdcarlston, IG:@r0zm4ddr, (they)
AymaraShokunin NYC
Passion/Soul/Heart. Writing as the words strike me. Inspired by word prompts, history, music, my muse, light, darkness, Zen Buddhism. Queens via South America.
Owen Banner
Fully human characters, meaningful moral struggles, relationships at stake. An Amish Vampire Thriller Available at: https://owenbanner.com/
Steve Frank
A programmer discovering himself in poetry…a lifetime preparing to write, now finally putting pen to paper. You’ll find me in my poetry.
Nivedita Shori
Education, Social Justice, Community-building, Mindfulness, Books, Coffee, 0.5 Ink pens, Rain
Paul S Markle
Wordsmith Apprentice studying under this collective community genius. Writer of fiction, poetry, etc. Former head shrinker, current equine coach…
Tanu Vohra
Words whizz around my mind and I engrave them into my writing…galvanising and rejuvenating thoughts each day…..
Marina Mails
Writer, Coach, Teacher and Mother focused on spirituality, environmentalism and social justice. www.marinamails.com
Aparajita M
New to Medium. Jumpstarting my Writing Mojo. Forever in search of an intelligent conversation. Love stories with a twist. Midnight musings. Coffee shop tales.
Creativivian
Content Writer, not always content. Semantic Architect. Full-time Metaphor Hunter, inspired to inspire.
My Abbreviated Life
Little guy lobbyist, human rights worker, vet’s advocate, government BS, living the dream... Far Out
Kathy Lee Tolleth
Writer, reader, coffee drinker, insomniac, mother of three human beings, pansexual, fan of the soliloquy.
Betta Tryptophan
Blue-haired middle-aged lady with a tendency to say socially and politically incorrect things and to make inappropriate jokes. Awkward and (sort of) proud of it
Marco Maisto
NYC multimedia author, Traces of a Fifth Column (http://amzn.to/2t8Ckxy) - Antigenre writer - Podcast maker. Home is http://telepathicsyntax.com. Believes in &.
Jk Mansi
To know where you're going find out where you've been. I strive to be joyful. I read. I write. I’m grateful.
Anukam Cherechukwu
I write, well I think I write, Fiction. I tell stories that play out in my head. I also write about writing.
Pratik Routray
poet,writer and haiku addict,my goal:to leave behind a collection of memories through my various works, which will endure long after I have vanished from earth!
Georgiana Petec
Words, my trusted allies, written when you couldn’t be spoken, now for other voices to read you— I welcome you here. https://georgianapetec.com/
Julie McClung Peck
Mental health advocate, mom, writer, former caregiver.. Live from the American South. Opinions my own.
Julie Amidon-Conklin
Sleepy, cat mom, dog door opener, queen of the unfinished project, coffee addict, avid reader. https://twitter.com/JulieConklin5
Alma Awakened
Passionate writer inspired by life moments and a profound desire to let her creativity fly high and her soul shine bright
Jacqueline Dooley
Essayist, content writer, bereaved parent. Bylines: Human Parts, GEN, Marker, OneZero, Washington Post, Al Jazeera, Pulse, HuffPost, Longreads, Modern Loss
Pamela Fender
Author of Beside Myself: Recovery From My Family Betrayal and Estrangement-A Memoir. Poet, memoirist, yogi, swimmer, animal lover, and political activist.
Melanie Cossey
Writer of gothic horror, history, poetry, short fiction and web content. Professional freelance editor at www.polishedandpreciseeditingservices.com
Shwe
Exploring my world one day at a time with joy & passion — via words, books, paints & travel. Making sense of what life means to me on this journey
michael.trent
Massachusetts born. Stanza Writer. I like to travel; I have been a teacher, and I work online. I have founded a film festival. I like to cook.
Tanya Bryan
Builder of worlds with words. Encouraging creativity, humanity, and humour through true and imagined stories and poetry. https://linktr.ee/tanyabryan
Em
I’m a twenty something Autistic woman with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome striving to make a place for myself in the world. I love writing, history and musicals!
Stefanie Johnson
I aspire to inspire before I expire :). I write to share my spiritual journey and to provide hope for others. We are never alone ❤.
Bill DuBay Jr.
Bill is the author of "The Deadhead Wizard", which Kirkus Reviews calls "A delight for readers who grew up in the 80s or with a twisted taste in adventure..."
Subo
student who hopes to share wittily humorous poems, anecdotes, and ideas about navigating adulthood
Shobha Roy
Stay At Home Mom Writer. I love to write about food, travel, parenting, and poetry. Follow me on https://www.linkedin.com/in/shobha-roy-a2361033/
Shringi Kumari
Drifter; Poet. ‘The Saree Shop’ is my debut poetry collection. https://www.speculativebooks.net/shop/saree
Poetry by Tapan Avasthi
Poetry and prose about life from the lens of an engineer. Buy me a coffee — https://www.buymeacoffee.com/9saLdZFW1 💗POM-poet!💗
Cheney Meaghan
Writer mom. I don’t know what I’m doing, but I’m doing it anyway. http://twitter.com/@cheney_meaghan
Matthew Klope
Monterey, CA — Ph.D in Chemistry & Chemical Biology — Mixed writings of mixed quality — all images my own
Abby Joseph
Writing about my experiences with life and relationships, as well as my path as a writer and anything else that occurs to me.
Jenny Justice
Writer| Mom | Poet | Book Nerd | Teacher? | Brings Poetry to life with empathy, connection, joy, justice, and feeling. Poetry Fangirl
Sylvia Wohlfarth
An Irish-Nigerian soul living in Ireland after 40 years in Germany. A social anthropologist, English teacher, and more. With stories to share; and an opinion…
Harry Hogg
Ex Greenpeace, writing since a teenager. Will be writing ‘Lori Tales’ exclusively for JK Talla Publishing in the Spring of 2025
dr. d. e. fulford
Instructor, director of education, researcher, and author of poetry collection— southern atheist: oh, honey — from Cathexis Northwest Press
Selma
‘Ordinary’ INFJ. Slow-Reader. Learner/Enthusiast. Nature-lover. Lives reverently in healing frequency. Believer: Miracles & Kindness. Writes for YOU 💗 No bling
Brian Fehler
[Taking a little break!] Storyteller/Scholar/Rhetorician; Grateful Son/Uncle/Friend! Happy to meet you here :)
Darshak Rana
Engineer turned writer with 30M+ views online✦ Published in Business Insider and Reader's Digest✦ Grab your FREE Mental Reset Kit : https://shorturl.at/muJV7
Jonica Bradley (Am I paranoid or RU following me?)
Writer/Painter/Poet/Believes in magic/nature/prays to unicorns/goat expert/bee farmer/mental health advocate/C-PTSD/human rights advocate/coolest person ever
Elaine Hamilton
Author of Mornings With Maddox, and Catnaps, Catnip and Crunchies on Amazon, Contributing Fashion & Lifestyle Writer. Connect with me on Goodreads.
Marla Bishop
Londoner, philosophy graduate, journalist, relationship coach, wife & mother. MA in Novel Writing; working on 1st novel. Follow me: https://linktr.ee/Marla
Marilyn Flower
Writer, sacred fool, improviser, avid reader, novel forthcoming, soul collage facilitator, prayer warrior and did I say writer? https://linktr.ee/marilynflower
Lee-Anne Hancock
Retired Poison Control Specialist. Now writing murder mysteries and blogging about life, family, and the fun of retirement.
DrJohnDiamond.com
True Health starts with the activation of Life Energy, the Healing Power within. https://DrJohnDiamond.com
Tyler Piteo-Tarpy
Essayist, poet, screenwriter, and comer upper of weird ideas. My main focus will be on politics and philosophy but when I get bored, I’ll write something else.
Shelby Ensign
Poet. Lover of blue skies and good books ☀︎ Follow me on Instagram for daily poems and inspiration: weaverpoetry
Matt Ray
Top Writer in Travel, Photography, & Poetry. Recently circum-sailed around the world. Find all my Publications, Blogs, & Socials here: https://linktr.ee/mraymus
Josie ElBiry
3x Top Writer “This Happened to Me”. Creative nonfiction, short fiction and poetry. Thank you for reading.
Cecilia Seiter
Hi, I’m Cecilia. I’m a professional freelance writer and occasional poet. https://ceciliaseiter.com/
Emily Yao
Writer, poet, artist, activist. Contributor on Thought Catalog. Communications BA candidate at University of Pennsylvania. Find more of my work at emily-yao.com
Sarah Smith
Love to think and encourage people to grow. Writing about personal growth, life, and love.
Martine Weber
Published author and poet from the heart | Creative reflections on life’s mysteries | https://medium.com/@martineweber/membership
Dew Langrial
Living life in awe of it all. Hoping to make sense. A Thinker, Writer & Storyteller. Working on my tech startup. Visit me at: https://dewlangrial.blogspot.com/
Neha Sandhir S
Passionate Mother-Reiki Healer-Entrepreneur-Educator-SeniorEditor-Ayurveda-Yoga enthusiast-Masters in Business/Technology-Journeying through Spiritual Growth🌻
Omy
Puerto Rican writer. 🇵🇷 🌈 🍉 Owner of Ilusiones, a publication for Caribbean/Latinx writers. ilusionespub@gmail.com / Support me: https://ko-fi.com/omylaza
Shreya Khemani
A piece of writing that comes from the heart, is a treat for those who understand it. Let’s enjoy this treat!! :) https://www.instagram.com/scribbling_sky/
Michelle Thall
Creator, Teacher & Learner on a journey to become myself — whole, well & happy — and help others do the same. Join the tribe @ TheWholeWellnessProject.com
Adiba Abid
Web Developer — Tech Enthusiast | Creative mind | Explorer| Learner| Nature Lover | Entrepreneur | ‘’Working on Myself, By Myself, For Myself’’ —Stay Positive.
Geetika Sethi
I believe in leaving a bit of sparkle everywhere I go. ✨Wife to 1, Mom to 3 and a Holistic Health Coach. Authoring books on Poetry, Quotes and Short Stories.
Madhumita Sinha
A poet and a writer at heart A corporate trainer by profession . A maverick to the world . She love to weave her emotions through poetry !
John Hansen
John’s work has appeared in The Summerset Review, The Pluralist, and The Philological Review. He is English Faculty at Mohave Community College in Arizona.
Melissa Coffey
Wordstruck poet & storyteller. Writing on loss & desire. Published in various journals & anthologies. Lover of prose poetry, art & ekphrasis. EIC @ ArtMusing
Rintu Daniel
Love for the words, creative writing and souls with the same passion landed me in Medium…
Mimi Bordeaux
Renegade of prose_+ creator of the troubled mentor-= abyss gaunt and drying on the inner::+sinking memory flowing through subconscious mind: it's the dreamland
Vvedaant
A student of law delving into the world of art, literature, philosophy, and life while on a self-imposed exile to the isolated palace of solitude.
Miriella Marie
Poet and author 🌸 ☁️ 🌙 My book “before I die” is out now!! https://www.amazon.com/dp/0648858804/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8
Deeksha Agrawal
programmer | love literature | space of inclusive perspectives | acceptance for all thoughts that could possibly exist in the Universe
A Fresh Pot of Coffee
Decluttering my mind, scooping out deep-seated thoughts, stirring my soul and expressing them for you to enjoy some fresh, awakening perspectives
Marijke McCandless
Marijke McCandless is an awareness practitioner, playfulness instigator and award-winning writer. Her recipe? Listen. Play. Write. https://marijkemccandless.com
Juliette Roanoke, RN
Hospice Nurse | Mental Health Advocate | Social justice seeker | Silver lining finder | Domestic violence escapee | Surprisingly fast runner
Casey McClung
I write about growth, kindness and taking a stand for the only home any of us will ever know. I believe we are all perfect in our imperfection.
Sajina Ignatius
Wife. Mother. Aspiring Writer & Poet. Dance enthusiast. Here to share my experiences and write on Self improvement, Mental Health and Relationships.
Shumaila Amjad
I’m a 23 yo something and I swore to never let any of my efforts and experiences wither away. Thus, I write them all down here.
Caterpillar
Short stories, poems, and personal essays about relationships, parenting, autism, and assholes.
Katrina Bos
Tantra teacher・Mathematician・Free-spirit・Mystic Heart・Author・Exploring this amazing world. For more details: katrinabos.ca
Lennie Varvarides
London-based dyslexic creative working in development. Founder of DYSPLA, founding editor @ The Museum of the Neurodivergent-Aesthetic.
Michael Ranjitsingh
Creator, writer, and dreamer. Specialize in writing articles about Relationships, Love, Poetry, and Christianity. Dad, husband, and child of God.
Chinyere Okoh
Pharmacist & Health Researcher | Aspiring world traveler, writer | Stimulating you to a better you in challenging times
John Uzuegbu
A born writer, a poet, an author and a crypto vet. Author — Survival of the young poet| https://www.amazon.com/Survival-young-poet-Uzuegbu-Munonye/dp/1466918020
Kathy Jacobs
💚POMpoet💚 Former software tester, still breaking things. Social Media geek. Former OneNote MVP. Phoenix Mercury fan. Green Bay Packer fan.