Shh, our subconsciouses are talking.
Hi, I’m Shannon. I write weekly essays about figures, feelings, films, the things that stay or haze.
I’m really grateful and glad you’re here!
Each Wednesday, I send out an nonfiction essay that varies in form.
My book, Voices Carry, is currently out on query, and I’m working on two projects right now. One is a collection of short stories, and the other is a series of essays about animals fallen from grace. If you’ve written a book or been through the querying process, I’d be honored to hear any wisdom you share.
The best way to support my work is by reading and responding. I love, love hearing from y’all with comments, stories, recs, and especially, even a quick hello.
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My print work has appeared in Seneca Review, Pleiades, Gulf Coast, Hotel Amerika, SLICE, and others. You can read my full-length online-only essays at Joyland and Hippocampus Magazine.
I also cofounded and write Shroomer, a mushroom research newsletter. I've worked in digital media for 10 years in content and editorial strategy for brands from lifestyle media to wellness to software. Analog Lava Lamps is my own signal.
