About
CRY Magazine(Creat)ivity + (E)motion | A publication for emerging writers navigating the emotions of their creative journeys.
Note from the editor
Our mission at CRY is simple: to build a community of emerging writers who are connected by the power of vulnerability and creativity. We emphasize the emotional aspects of the creative process and help writers navigate emotions with educational content, community events, as well as articles for artists expressing the joy and frustration that comes with being a creator.
Editors
Kern Carter
Author, Writer, and Community Builder | I help writers feel like SUPERSTARS | kerncarter.com |
Nancy Blackman
8X Top Writer. Editor. Writing Coach. Owner of Refresh the Soul publication. Read more of my writing: “Mixed Korean: Our Stories.” https://www.325kamra.org/buy.
Writers
Benjamin Watkins
Founder of ThisIsCopy.com | Health Tech Copywriter | Copywriting examples at https://laviebenrose.substack.com/. Dad of five adventurous kids..
Marleena
Visit for the lifestyle and travel content, stay for the personalization. find me @marleenawrites on social.
Marilyn Flower
Writer, sacred fool, improviser, avid reader, novel forthcoming, soul collage facilitator, prayer warrior and did I say writer? https://linktr.ee/marilynflower
Jessica Ball
City mouse in a country house, training the trauma out of the family tree. Sharing 20 years of intentional observation with my kids and the eternally curious.
Story Stewart
“Simplistic yet graceful words curve and bend allowing the reader uninhibited comfort and reflection.” - E. Gilbert, Jr.
Oren Cohen
Software Engineer and Blogger. He/Him. Contact me: oren@thegeekwriter.com Newsletter: https://orencohen.beehiiv.com NSM: https://nerdspacemagazine.com
Drew Spangler aka Orlando Laser Lipo Services
Spa Owner, Writer. My husband Michael and my kids have four legs with fur some people call them cats. Twitter @OrlandoLipoServ drew.j.spangler@gmail.com
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
Graceygee
Tea addict, yoga teacher, well-being coach, passionate writer spreading peace. No-BS advice: focus on well-being. https://www.instagram.com/graceygrossmann/
Art Rat Theatre Company
Our new virtual theatre production of “Callus”, by Art Rat Guest Resident Artist Jasmine Washington. September 5,6,12,13. (instagram.com/artrattheatre)
Randal Eldon Greene
Fiction writer and founder of the "Hello, Author" interview newsletter.📗 AuthorGreene.com
Heather Lee (Dyer) Perrault
Nomadic Writer. Author of YA Sci-Fy and UF books! Author Success Coach. Lupus Thriver! www.heatherleedyer.com
Evangeline Hemrick
Healer, writer and podcaster who loves to tell stories about aha moments, wake up calls and transformation. www.evangelinehemrick.com
Judy Musgrove ~ Blogger, Entrepreneur, Writer
Your membership fee directly supports Judy Musgrove & other writers you read. Every story on Medium will be at your disposal. https://judysbusinessblog.com
David Goodwin
Writer. Poet. Soul. Entheogens, biohacking, greyhounds, flow, trauma, writing, music, mental health, spirituality, sovereignty of the human mind.
Omar Sharaki
Software developer, standup comedian, and guy you wouldn’t mind sitting next to on a plane.
Grace Butler
Writer in dating and relationships, mental health, work, corporate culture, writing, and adult ADHD. Refuses to give up on love.
Rhonda Robinson
Riding the Paradigm Shift. Turning the darkness into a season of profound change, helping others to emerge with vision and purpose. www.RhondaRobinson.tv
April Guscott
I'm a queer lady born and raised in Brooklyn to Jamaican born folks, and have a lot of stories to tell about what home is. Come find out what it means for me.
Joel Eisenberg
Joel Eisenberg is an award-winning author, screenwriter, and producer. The Oscar in the profile pic isn’t his but he’s scheming. WGA and Pen America member.
Mynah Marie
They/them. Gender fluid person of multiple identities. Always finding new passions. Writing, music, creative coding, digital art, spirituality, and witchcraft.
Johanny Ortega
Johanny Ortega has lived many lives. To figure out her broken pieces she writes about her experiences to learn how to heal. Heal together by subscribing.
Carlos Jeronimo
FROM a Homeless Mess to BIG SUCCESS. (carlosjeronimo.substack.com) A homeless activist, lover of lost souls. Find me at https://carlosjeronimo.com
Ben Start
When not working behind the scenes in music I try to make sense of a broad range interests (and my self) by writing about them their intersections.
Aisha Gallion // Sistah Muse
I write about things I enjoy and learn about- poetry, music, Black folks, sleep, and food.
Zolden
Writer at Worth of Mouth UK publication. I am helping black people heal from the black experience. Top writer in self, race relations, and societal habits.
Beth Hewitt
Want more gratitude and clarity on your vision for your life and business? http://journeytogratitude.com
Pretheesh Presannan
Panic Attack Survivor. Just writing. Plays cricket. Design&Develop. You can find short stories, poems, etc, here. For any work mail to : pretheeshgp@gmail.com
Ryan Miller
Ying & Yang | Happy. Positive. Tech Savvy. Writer. Leader. Magnetic Person. Living Human Being. Dreamer.
Marijke McCandless
Marijke McCandless is an awareness practitioner, playfulness instigator and award-winning writer. Her recipe? Listen. Play. Write. https://marijkemccandless.com
Two Tale Tellers
Raúl and María, using words and images to tell stories. Writers, designers, illustrators and teachers. http://twotaletellers.com/
Kerry McAvoy, PhD
Psychologist & Author of LOVE YOU MORE. Follow on Tiktok/IG for narcissistic abuse tips & advice. Email: hello@kerrymcavoyphd.com
Stacey B
Natural born healer. Holistic health therapist. Intuitive, empath sharing compassionate, creative stories offering perspective. Proud single mama to one.
Verbieann Hardy
Striving to follow Jesus. I write about life, faith, and relationships as I age with grateful grit. Please support my work through Ko-fi.com/eclectic stories.
Vanilla Being
Mining my soul for words to share. You will find those words here, strung together and they tell a story...... Stay Sweet!
Stacy Smith
writer of words, traveler of worlds, carrier of very large purses, lover of chocolate, avoider of veggies; find me at globalstacy7@gmail.com
Carla D. Wilson Laskey
Using words to inspire, motivate, and encourage us all to positively impact the world for the greater good of all! https://linktr.ee/CarlaDee
A.X. Bates
Words can make a difference. Writing poems about life, society, and coffee. @axybates on Instagram.
Teresa Beard
Writer. Entrepreneur. Nerd. Traveler. Content creator. Host of Sh*t That Scares Me podcast. https://linktr.ee/scaredmedia
Suraj Ghimire, MSc
An experienced Data Scientist, I write stories of a random heart that I come across | Connect with me https://linktr.ee/authorsuraj
RJ Barduhn
26-year-old writer from Scarborough. Although her main focus is usually in fiction and poetry, she also finds importance in reflecting in life experiences.
Joel A. Johnson
Family man, & creative who enjoys karaoke, poetry, & balance sports (skating & skiing). I focus on social justice. Writes for The Lark, AfroSapiophile, WEOC
Tarun Gupta
A simple fellow writing stories, sharing experiences, sharing his perspective, trying to do his share of humanity.
Sara Ali
3 x Top Writer. British-North African London based med student. Interested in mental health, decolonisation, identity and access to healthcare.
Gregory Z.
I published a booklet: https://a.co/d/7fd1732! I write about Books, Great Danes, Realationships, ENM/Poly My Substack: https://hawkandheron.substack.com/
Chris Patton
Retired State Trooper. I write authentically about my journey with PTSD so that others may benefit from my experience. I also write about love and longing.
Daniel
A queer writer looking for a place to call mine. I write about mental health, politics, and being queer. https://ko-fi.com/queerandproud
Sai Kiran Ramarapu
I am a 26 year old student, researcher from India. I study turbulence for a living. I am a birder and an avid reader. I write short stories and poems
Carina Rosner Ghionzoli
I write! I write about life, love, relationships and fear. To find the freedom, whatever that may be…
Wendi Gordon
Freelance writer and mental health guide. Portfolio: https://bio.link/wendigordon Website: https://mymentalhealthguide.com
Athena Milios
Greek-Canadian, clinical pharmacist with a master's in psychiatry. I love writing stories and poems around mental health to exercise my creative bone!
Shalaka Laxman
Avid reader and proud cat lady. Writing a weekly sustainability news focussed email newsletter at www.byshax.com/newsletter.
Gustavo Mendez
Documenting my journey through life. I write about my interests and try to capture moments.
Lennie Varvarides
London-based dyslexic creative working in development. Founder of DYSPLA, founding editor @ The Museum of the Neurodivergent-Aesthetic.
Extra Holly
Internet enthusiast. Very into my dog and learning new things. Overthinker, pattern-recognizer. Late-dx neuroqueer.
Lisa Boyl-Davis, LICSW
My name is Lisa. I am a trauma and couples therapist, love to write, sing, hike, pray, bike, and accidently burn food too often.
Yannis Vandoulakis
Engineer. Writer. Curious, humorous, and a dreamer. Lately, also a doer. Goal: Redefine human relationships. Favorite distraction: Anyone’s original thoughts.
Arbab Z.
I write poems and share experiences about life, relationships, writing and many more collected list. https://medium.com/@arbabzahoor6/membership to join Medium
Swati Joshi
Software Engineer by degree and a writer at heart. Here to write about life, food, fun and everything in between
Charlie Cole
Writer • Photographer • Editor • Champion Overthinker • She/Her • https://linktr.ee/charliecole_
Ellison On Lemonade
a maths student but an avid writer still. I write poetry and mostly write about books.
Jayson Kristopher Jones
Storyteller. Social Worker. Dad-Joke Enthusiast | Beautiful From Head to Toe AVAILABLE NOW: https://bookshop.org/lists/liv-s-list
Elena Cooper
Spiritual Adviser. Tarot Reader. Clinical Professional Hypnotherapist. Writer. Music Composer. Singer-Song-Writer. Survived abuse of violence for many years.
Nick Cuccovia
Mental health counselor with a medical background. Enjoy languages, travel, fitness. Nourishing the mind, body & soul defines balance & happiness for me.
Erika C-B
Nurse errant, mama, food blogger. I write as a means of processing, both work and personal experiences.
Anthony David Vernon
*insert bio that lists things I have done but not in a way that is too stiff because I want to come off cool*
Priyanka Srivastava
Editor of Literary Impulse, Writer when I am free, Artist when my words are silent and reader when there are books which I love to read.
Writer's Dream
Aspiring writer. I write about online writing and simple lifestyle tips. Let's connect : https://online-writing-lifestyle-productivity.ck.page/profile
Bolanlejesu Akinola
I am a creative writer and a lover of music. I love writing poetry, inspirational stories, words about life, growth, healing/wellness. Instagram: @_bolawrites
Toya Qualls-Barnette
*Top writer in This Happened To Me| Writing about the impact of relationships|Contributor to Chicken Soup for the Soul| Dreamer|Mother|HSP in drag
Chloe Paulina Hawes, Esq., J.D.
Criminal defense attorney, honest and voracious poet, and dedicated writer.
Christopher
I was made to be a blue worker from a blue collar family, but the poet in me is fighting to be free. https://www.tiktok.com/@gen.xrsize
Alma Awakened
Passionate writer inspired by life moments and a profound desire to let her creativity fly high and her soul shine bright
Debt Free Artist- Haley C. Cason
Part-time Writer and Artist. Write about sparks my anger through personal essays.
Sam Finlayson
Love 📚 New to writing but loving every minute. Write about my experiences with therapy, trauma and recovery as well as other things that cross my mind 😉
Anjali Joshi
Indian. Lazy English major and part-time book hoarder |Currently grappling with my student and writer alter-egos.
Dr. Abhishek Laddha
Im working as Consultant Urology and Uro-oncology in Vishesh Jupiter Hospital Indore. I love writing about health ,happiness and life.
Neera Handa Dr
Top writer in poetry & Sustainability, compulsive writer, reading, writing just about anything. I write daily, have published a PhD, a book & academic articles.
Domini Aganinta
Eldest of 10. Paid to Eat. Future #1 New York Times Bestselling Author. I talk about careers, relationships, and reflections on books, films, shows, and lyrics.
Amanda Eagleson
Poet, Writer at Optimistic Learner and Digital Economy Forum. Board member at Vancouver Poetry House. www.optimisticlearner.com
Elvie
Writes about #Travel, #Photography, #Life, and #Poetry. Message me at @successwitheve on Twitter and email me at successwitheve@gmail.com
Tekia Lampkin
Wife. Mother. Writer. Lover of candles and small dogs. Published in CRY Magazine, The Happy Human, and The Mom Experience.
Maggie Q. Collins
Trying to figure out life as a polyamorous, working mom. Driven by love. Always up for coffee and sunsets.
Winta Assefa
Architect & Multi-passionate Creative Based in Ethiopia 🎨 I Share Simple Productivity Systems For Chaotic Creatives
Anastasia Soul Gypsy
Where Mind Body Soul Connects In Alignment With Universal Channeled Divine Wisdoms That Nourish & Empower One’s Soul
Laura.M
A dreamer trying to fit into the world of chaos. Taking this platform to express my love to people, things and the amazing world. Hope you enjoy!
Pratibha Mohanty
Aspiring Writer | Programmer | Seeker | Traveler | Hobbyist Singer | Muse of Odissi (Indian Classical Dance) | Astrology | Metaphysics
Monoreena Acharjee Majumdar
Invisible Illness/AutoImmune Warrior.Editor: Medium.com/Soul-Bay Website: Nefelibata.in Contact: acharjeemonoreena@gmail.com
CarlyQuinn
Adoption Survivor. Storyteller. Waking from grief. Finding my curiosity again. Letting Go. Breathing. Joy.
Suma Narayan
Loves people, cats and tea: believes humanity is good by default, and that all prayer works. Also writes books. Support me at: https://ko-fi.com/sumanarayan1160
JennX
Love the scent of sharpened pencils & pages of old books. Love writing. Looking to inspire and become inspired.
Saroj Choudhary
SMM, Content Writer and Marketing Enthusiast. I write about Personal development and Marketing. Follow my Marketing blog: https://medium.com/@allthingsmarketing
Megan Schumacher
Toddler mama. Born again creative. Former people pleaser. Working out the fumbles of life on the page.
Susan Mack -- Writer.. Storyteller. Advocate.
Susan Mack is a long time personal and corporate storyteller. Her creative nonfiction and poetry reveres everyday oddities. See her work at susanmack.com.
Asha Mohamed
I get unnecessarily anxious searching for someone in a crowd. I blame Wally. Where is he and why is he ruining my life?
Chelsea Carr
Hi all. I’m Chelsea and I’m a novice content creator for my own blog 30itUP. I’m in my thirties and am living it up in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan.
Juanita’s Random Words…
Life long writer who focuses on, personal health, mental health, life’s funny moments, inspiration and healing. Strong Faith and GOD is so Good!!
Alina Vrabie
Teacher. Writer. Dog mom. Perpetually in love with the outdoors. Canadian currently living in Sweden. Writing about life lessons, education & self improvement.
The Silent Wave
An autistic integrative medicine doctor, survived 20y with a controlling mastermind, widowed at 44, starting all over again.
Crissi Langwell 🦋
Romance & women’s fiction author. I write on Medium about a variety of topics because I’m not good at staying in one lane. crissilangwell.com/links
Juliane Bergmann
Want to get your story published but don't know how to pitch editors? Grab my free pitch template and get your first byline: https://tinyurl.com/28dtcf22
Erin M.
I specialize in spiritual and self-help content. I am also a blogger @https://impartedwisdom.com. Email: elmix39@ gmail.com/Support Ko-fi: Ko-fi.com/erinm8557
R. Wayne Branch PhD
Social Psychologist; Past Coll. Faculty & Pres. MH/Wellness; Student, Organizational, and Workforce Dev.; Diversity and Soc. Justice are knowledge interests.
Henry Corrigan
Bisexual author, poet and playwright. Blogs about mental health, sex and politics. A Man in Pieces https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B1VXBZT3?geniuslink=true
EverBlume
We provide online small group recovery meetings with compatible peers who support each other in their personal recovery. A safe space for honest conversation.
Adrienne Grimes
A writer and a reader of all the things. Follow her on Instagram @bookaweekproject and catch her social media and branding classes in the Ninja Writers Guild.
Onita Morgan-Edwards
Onita holds an MFA in Creative Writing from Ashland University and is the editor of Thirteen2Nineteen: A Literary Magazine for Black Girls & Teens.
America Zed⚡
Survivor. Optimist. Compassionate Soul ❤️ INSPIRATION / HELP ~ Top Writer in POETRY https://www.solaceforthesensitive.com 🦋
Hannah LaDuke
Expression through words. Welcome to my art. A variety of topics and genres from poetry, life, self-improvement, education, etc. https://www.hannahladuke.com
Maia Thom
embodied poet + storyteller. I work with words to create spaces for people to breathe and come home to themselves.
Alexandra Kaljob
self improvement, productivity,health and wellness tips and tricks to get off your ass and be the 'perfect you' to reach success😊 Email: kaljobalexandra5@gmail
MonalisaSmiled
Adultery 101. Dead Bedrooms. Sex out of network. I am terrible and human. So are you. Editor of The Scarlett Letter | P.S. I Hate You | Sexpressions.
Ruchi Nirmal
Diagonally parked in the parallel universe. Optimist. Reader. Goal Digger. Follow me on twitter @ruchinirmal33
Mona S Gable
Mona S Gable is a music composer, writer, and editor of New Writers Welcome, and The DIY Diaries. She is a published poet & top writer.
Jessica Gale Friesen
Author, mentor, business leader, mom. Relatable & sassy. Lover of boxer dogs and all things Canadian.
Francis Edwards, published writer
Tunnel Books, pull out 3D presentation. ETSY Shop: tunnelbook.etsy.com. Writes poems and essays. Books: ITSY-BITSY CLOUD; AFTER-ALL'S RUNAWAY CLOUD
Subo
student who hopes to share wittily humorous poems, anecdotes, and ideas about navigating adulthood
Paula Romeu
I’ve had a pretty unusual life. Now I write about it. If it helps, it’s yours. The journey has been extra👁rdinari
Adil Maqbool
Doctor | Researcher | Writing about self-improvement, psychology, mental health, productivity, etc. Get in touch: adilmaqbool447449@gmail.com
Roveena Chand Jassal
Inspiring young men and women to love themselves through creative outlets and understanding how social media affects us. Roveenaink.com
Cappelli, MFA, JD, PhD
Top Know Nothing Writer with way too many degrees who enjoys musing on life's absurdity.
cece p.
ideas creative. former fashionista. family griot. the color in the shadows. learning to be a proper vessel so the stuff inside has an outlet.
iWriteTee
Top Writer, freelancer, matriarch, educator & development consultant with bylines in Creators Hub, Better Marketing, Zora, Momentum, An Injustice!, etc.
Andrea White
I write about confidence, creativity, and authenticity. I hope my writing inspires you, in whatever way works for you. andrealynnewhite.com
Fargo Kantrowitz
post-modern. definitely post-hip. am here because i follow joel stein. been writing since the age of 15 (somewhat) seriously although i made my friends laugh in
Anastasia Petrenko
A 🇺🇦 writing in English. I like to challenge my thinking, and yours. Twitter: @anastasiapwhy Website (+books): anastasiawhy.com
Sarah Suzuki
Owner/Founder of Chicago Compass Counseling, therapist, itinerant change agent, and recovering English Major.
Devon J Hall @LoudMouthBrownGirl
4 Time Self-Published and Published Author, Devon J Hall brings honest relatable content to you weekly
Chris Chinchilla
I explain cool tech to the World. I am a Technical Writer and blogger. I have crazy projects in progress and will speak to anyone who listens.