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Open Letters ToOpen Letters are sent to the world and beyond. Here we say what must be said, whether it is harsh, humorous, or even a teensy bit passive aggressive. Share your open letters with the world, the meta-physical, or your micro-managing boss.
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Open Letters are sent to the world and beyond. Here we say what must be said, whether it is harsh, humorous, or even a teensy bit passive aggressive. Share your open letters with the world, the meta-physical, or your micro-managing boss.
Editors
Scott Hughey (TheWriteScott)
He’s a geek with social skills. Scott writes humor, satire, and pop-culture with a touch of self-help. Find his Amazon books here: https://amzn.to/2LDQxjy
Deborah Weir
Unnervingly passionate about the minutiae of life | 4X Top Writer: Satire, Parenting, Humor, Music
Courtney Burry
5X top writer. I love to use satire and humor. I write about travel, politics, family, feminism, sports, health & music. So, basically everything.
Writers
Elan Cassandra
Writer and Writing Mentor. Screenwriter. Honest. Human. She/Her. @elancassandra on Instagram, @ElanCDuensing on Twitter. https://linktr.ee/elancassandra
Stacey B
Natural born healer. Holistic health therapist. Intuitive, empath sharing compassionate, creative stories offering perspective. Proud single mama to one.
Dawn
This blog is dedicated to me living by my truth and discovering myself along the way. Let’s connect. My Instagram: @urfasworld
Kristina God
Writer, Mompreneur, Marketing Professional, Content Creator, Writing Coach. Learn how to make money writing online. Start here➜⚡ kristinagod.substack.com ⚡
Karen Schwartz
Aspiring bestselling novelist, featured writer for The Daily Cuppa, kindness specialist, lover of short-form and chocolate.
The Duffer's Diary
Mental health, parenting, politics, history and ranting at an indifferent universe. Sometimes funny. Just had an accidental 9 month hiatus from writing.
Will J Murphy
Read me to discover how to exploit your Apple tech. I also write about economics and climate change. Email: willjmurphywriting@gmail.com
Katlyn Gallo
Coffee lover, bookworm, and InfoSec enthusiast | Find me on Twitter & Instagram: @ktgblogstech
Victoria Jane
Past dietitian | Present home-schooling mum and writer | Future ... who knows what?! | Gaining wisdom through experience and reflection.
Matt Ray
Top Writer in Travel, Photography, & Poetry. Recently circum-sailed around the world. Find all my Publications, Blogs, & IGs here: https://linktr.ee/mraymus
Peggy Moss
Peggy is the author of 3 award-winning books for children. Her essays have appeared in Learning for Justice, Empowering Parents and The New York Times.
Michael Burg, MD (Satire Sommelier)
The “MD” & “um” in Medium, and the “er” in wisenheimer | Doctor Funny editor/czar | subscribe & get an email whenever I perish | proudly wallowing in obscurity
Sahil Patel
3× Top Writer in Poetry| Reading | Inspiration. Support my writing by joining Medium https://smppatel999.medium.com/membership (Affiliate link)
Zara Everly
Writing and research information professional. Bibliophile. Forever English major. Literary harlot.
Glad Doggett || Reader. Writer. Wanderer.
Lover of crossword puzzles & artfully crafted sentences. || https://gladdoggett.medium.com/membership
Marilyn Flower
Writer, sacred fool, improviser, avid reader, novel forthcoming, soul collage facilitator, prayer warrior and did I say writer? https://linktr.ee/marilynflower
The Maverick Files
Thinker, finance professional, loving husband, a doting dad, fitness enthusiast! MBA in Finance & Marketing and Comp. Science Engineer. www.themaverickfiles.com
Rose Butcher
Follow for awkwardly relatable stories on self, mental health and the online writing life. Editor for Black Bear. For exclusive posts: rosegrows.substack.com
Bev Potter
Legal secretary by day, insomniac by night. BA, MA. Humor, pop culture, and things that make you think. My weekly-ish newsletter is bevpotter.substack.com.
J.J. Pryor
Traveler | Ex-pat | Failing polymath | Generalist | PB&T creator | Top 100 Writer | jjpryor.substack.com
Jheets Jots
Novice Writer| Tech, Biology, and Social Psych| BSc in Molecular Genetics 🔬 Dreamer 💭 Poet 🖋Tamil Canadian| Creator of https://medium.com/the-mole-biologists
RAINNA
Medical Technician• I write about life lessons, relationships, eco-friendly living, and self-improvement•Featured in Thought Catalog & Elephant Journal🇵🇭🇨🇦
Amber Blaize
40 something, trying to navigate her way through life & convince everyone (and herself) that she actually knows what she is doing….
Michelle Steele
Writing for the love of it. A puntastic atheist, an awful cook, an amateur scientist. A noob on Medium but an expert on Quora.
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Holly J See 🐩🐕 [she/her]
Excellent at trilling & Wordle/Duotrigordle — excited to break 5 min! Editor fairy & MuddyUm co-editor. Former editor at a national healthcare consulting firm.
Jade M.
Jade is a Louisiana based author who loves video games and usually writes about experiences she has. https://linktr.ee/jmcculloch120
Élan Loves Expression
© Élan-writer || Follow an art admirer || Join: elanwriter.medium.com/membership; Shop: lan-6.creator-spring.com; Treat: medium.com/gift; Tip: ko-fi.com/luvelan
Ali Hall
🏆 Top Writer. Kindness = my superpower. ✍Psychology, friendship, social justice, feminism & personal growth. Lover of trail running & dogs.💦 Spread the Ripple
Rebekah Iliff
Nashville-based. Words in Slackjaw, Weekly Humorist, Points in Case, Erma Bombeck, and more. Author of “Champagne for One.” bit.ly/champagnefo
Ashley Nicole
Wife, New Mama, Lifestyle Content Creator on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9nEOBqc2990XPPTdHAaVCg
Barb Dalton
Mum to 3 humans, 2 fur balls. Kiwi-Canuck. Nursing Instructor by day; Rants, reminisces and rhymes by night.
Martha Lueck
Published author | Freelance blogger for HealthyPlace.com | Passionate about mental health and Jesus | Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/martha_writes_1990/
Kris Downey
I’m a woman who pays attention and enjoys sharing the absurd stuff I notice. If you’d like to support the absurd, join us.https://ksdowney.medium.com/membership
Linda Kowalchek
Member of the typewriter generation. I write about the writer’s journey, relationships, and things that happened to me. Reach me at Linda.kowalchek@gmail.com
Ryan M. Raiker, MBA
TEDxSpeaker | Former Consultant | Process Expert | Marketer | Digital Guy | Adjunct Professor & Learner. I write about tech, marketing, business, and more.
Theresa Bellarosa
Theresa Bellone is from Boston, MA. Her work has been published in Ovunque Siamo, Age of Empathy, An Open Letter, and Writers’ Blokke.
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.
Diana Lotti
Freelance Writer for hire. Writing about travel, photography, and wellness. Check out my site for more information at https://dianalotti.com/
Aswin
Medium Top Writer | Unbiased Guy | Poetry| Self | Society | Spirituality | |Science| Reach out — https://linktr.ee/Aswinp
Natalie B. Kemp
Community enthusiast and outdoor educator, passionate about connecting with people of all ages and helping them to connect with nature.
Winifred J. Akpobi
Young, graceful womanist. You should read my stuff while you’re here <3 💌 Email: winifredakpobi@gmail.com
Sarah McManus MSc
Sarah McManus is a UK-based writer of mental health articles. She has an MSc in Psychology, and writes about mental health, self-harm, and Neurodiversity.
Sofia Paz — D'África
I’m a writer and illustrator who’s passionate about sending important messages through words and images.
PlainTalkBadManners
Ex-Doctor, Ex-Catholic, Ex-Muslim. Climate Worrier & Wannabe Climate Warrior. Novelist. Human. Label resistant. https://thefriendlyradicalnextdoor.substack.com/
Richard Hannay
Hello, thank you for taking the time to look at my profile. I am a Connecticut-based gentleman. I write about my life and experiences, good and bad.
Jerine Nicole
Part-time nurse, part-time writer. I write stories about how I explore life to inspire others. Insights on intentional living: jerinenicole.substack.com
Tessa Char
Mental wellness via MindTerra | (W)righting the wrongs in the world in justice, feminism, dating, self-help, travel, and well-life. https://linktr.ee/tessachar
Sabrina Sourjah
Writer for Mental Health, Personal Development, Relationships, and Women | ICF-Certified Authenticity Coach |For collaborations: sabrina.sourjah@gmail.com
Life not abrupt (L.n.a.)
Introvert who📝under a brand name | Medium's home to my journeys as a Black young woman: faith✝️, higherEd📚, environment🌎, & more |↪️lifenotabrupt@gmail.com
Emily Barbara
20-something in Brooklyn writing for her own sanity. Relationships, Money, New York and more, all sprinkled with some loose-lipped anxiety.
Emme Beckett
I’m Emme, like the letter. Find me at www.emmebeckett.com or email at emmebeckett@gmail.com
Edith Sam
I’m a muser, a big believer in the universe and love to explore intricate ideas under the sun. Read more @ www.crumpledticket.com
Petra Chase
Vancouver-based birdwatcher. You may remember me from my One Direction fan fictions on Wattpad. Co-founder of Fresca, a new collaborative blog for music lovers.
Sydney Duke Richey
Writing from the heart, I’m inspired by everyday experiences. My poems, haiku and non-fiction come from a slice of my life. *Top Writer in Poetry*
Trisha Dunbar (She/Her)
🧠 Lessons on Neurodiversity, Philosophy & Psychology |✍The Dyslexic Top Writer | Reading for Growth | 📧 Subscribe https://medium.com/subscribe/@trishadunbar
John Bullock
Freelance content writer with an eclectic employment history and an interest in game development. Find links to things at https://linktr.ee/johnbullock
Felicity The Power Within
Creator, Coach, Host. Awakened woman on planet Earth. I write about mindset, awakenings, love, freedom and soulpreneurship.
George Randall
Science and engineering nerd. Old & new father. Conspiracy theorist. Lover of megaliths.
Zee Praise
🌻 Writing words that sell. 🌿 AUD $8M+ global revenue generated. 📍 AU ☕ Book a call 👉 http://linktr.ee/praisemedias
Rivka Wolf
I’m the little girl who lived down the lane. Much appreciation to David Lynch. This generation of little girls are speaking for ourselves.
Tarun Gupta
A simple fellow writing stories, sharing experiences, sharing his perspective, trying to do his share of humanity.
Chris Wojcik
writer. martial artist. thinker. for more: https://chrismwojcik.substack.com. open to gigs: info@chrismwojcik.art
Stephan Joppich
fka Leo Sharp • Ex-engineer • Meditations on a simpler life, loneliness & books • Get exclusive content with my FREE newsletter → stephanjoppich.com/newsletter
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
Jill Ebstein
I’m about dogs, our lovable and peculiar families, business, and writing in a wide lane, including fiction. I’m a positivity washer too. www.jillebstein.com
Lisa Dexter
I am a freelance writer from the Chicago area. I have one awesome child, one sweet husband, one clingy cat, and one website: www.thinkingwhiletyping.com.
Raji Pillay
I bring my love for books, coffee, technology and life in general to my writing. Blockchain has caught my fancy and I am exploring it as I write.
Mag Moreno
Mental health pro. Mom of pandemic twins and toddler. Loser of 1 dad to cancer and 1 dad to Covid. Finder & keeper of humor anywhere it exists.
Eleanor A
Writer who seeks her niche. Get your copy of Planner for writers on Medium https://eleanorannay.gumroad.com/l/planner
Rosalind Pagan
Ally to everyone except misogynists and racists. Hear me roar on behalf of the voiceless and the silenced.
Sara Ali
3 x Top Writer. British-North African London based med student. Interested in mental health, decolonisation, identity and access to healthcare.
Chris Zappa
Artist. Designer. Writer. I run Zappagram, the mother of all music newsletters. https://linktr.ee/chriszappa
Donna Lynn
I’m Donna — mom of three grown children and grandma to 4. I’m a former kindergarten teacher and I love to write.
Lena
Youtuber, Writer & Complainer. I promise I’m a lot more fun at parties than these articles make you think. https://www.youtube.com/lenasimmy
Paul Mansfield
A mage of the pen, whose magic springs from the telling of tales. An iconoclast who promotes all fiction, but whose love is Transgressive Fiction.
Consistent Contradiction
philosopher, psychedelics enthusiast, cat lover, communist, passionate about TV writing for social change.
Marie Cabatingan
Inspiration, Lifestyle and Everything in Between. Take a walk with me. 🌅 Connect at https://twitter.com/simple_tidbits
Eden Bouvier
As an aspiring International Relations & Political Science student, I write about racism, feminism and global politics | My Twitter : @whoreguimaraes
Malky McEwan
Thinker. At least, I think I am. If you have a curious mind, I'd like to meet you. Contact: mmcewan@madasafish.com
Jennifer Brewer
Health, Wellness, and Fiction Writer with a spattering of personal articles. Mom, Wife, Book Lover, and Escapist.
Melissa Strack
Advocate for intellectual disabilities and mental health. USA patriot. If you enjoyed my stories, https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=ELCW892P62DSG
Reylia Slaby
Reylia Slaby is a Fine Art photographer, writing about her love for creating, and how others can use art in their lives reyliaslaby.com | Insta @reylia.slaby
James Jordan
Teller of tales, many of which are actually true. Award-winning journalist, and the William Allen White Award for reporting.
Alayne Unterberger
@Dralayne is a medical anthropologist, nonprofit executive, adjunct faculty and researcher focusing on work, gender and migration. writes fiction, mental health
Belle du Journey
Belle du Journey is the pen name for a former corporate communicator who is learning to bare her soul. My interests include sexuality, parenting, and travel.
Pamela Kazmierczak
Helping Writers find places to submit their work to — sometimes for money! I write about other stuff sometimes, too!
Jack Luna
Straight white American male with three eyes and a golden pen. Find me on Twitter @JackLunaWrites
Kristen Kittel
Archeologist of Quirky Ideas. Fond of Bubbles, Excellent at Archery, Prone to Fits of Punning. https://www.buymeacoffee.com/kristenk
Sheryll James
Desire to scatter my winsome wisdom before my ashes are scattered. Top Writer in psychology—retired physical therapist and mental health counselor.
Kait Leonard
I write about homelessness, psychology, the environment, and whatever else catches my eye. I live and write in Los Angeles with 5 parrots and my dog, Seeger.
Loren Wilson
Full-time IT nerd and part-time writer. I write about whatever catches my fancy that day.
Emilia Smith
Telling my mental health journey. Talking about the hilarious everyday madness we call life. www.buymeacoffee.com/emiliajade
Richard Landeau
Wisdom is preserved in text, however, it begins in people. I continually tell my Story in hopes of inspiring others to do the same. Tell your story. Cheers.
H. J. Blakely
Forty something, embarking on new adventures. Twice divorced, mother, feminist, dyslexic.Unapologetically speaking my truth.
Noya Lizor
Freelance copywriter who loves pushing the envelope. For more of my insights and musings, follow me on LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3nuHDVF
Bob Merckel
Editor: Counter Arts, Age of Empathy, The Memoirist | English teacher/language consultant in Barcelona and Provincetown.
Maria Dimitropoulou
Mindset & Relationships coach| Founder of 2 online biz| Growth marketer, mom, boss, wife| Writes for Entrepreneur.com| Words at: https://triggeryourtrip.com
Arthur Keith
8x top writer in LGBTQ, Music, and Climate Change. I also write about travel and politics, and honor my late son in many pieces. LOVE well-researched articles!
Hope
Writing whatever comes to mind. I think I’m kinda funny, too. Join Medium for access to all of my stories: https://medium.com/@hopeo/membership
Winta Assefa
Architect, storyteller, & cat-mom from Ethiopia ~ I’m open to visually capturing the ‘soul’ of your stories through illustrations: bookwormdigging@gmail.com
Kate Stone Lombardi
Journalist/author. Contributor NYT 20+ years. Also WSJ, Time.com, GH, more. Author: Mama’s Boy Myth (Penguin/Avery 2012). Cook. Parent. Queen Latifah fan.
LoisG
Freelance writer/editor with 11 years of experience. Specialize in personal finance, small business, online business, cryptocurrency, self help.
Blessing Oluchukwu Awamba
I write about life as I experience it. As I know it. As it could be better. 🤔 Reach out — fromoly2you@gmail.com.
Erie Astin
Sean Astin is my third cousin. Hobbits rule! ~~ I write about eating disorders, fantasy/sci-fi, travel, and creativity.
Lily A
I write mostly about relationships, dating, and singleness. I also started a corporate blog https://medium.com/corporate-reflections. IG: @alilywriter.
Nancy Friedman
Just another Neurotic New Yorker bumbling along The Road to F*ck it as I navigate life with a lot of angst, a touch of humor, and a teeny bit of Botox.
Sarene B. Arias
Hands-on healer. Sexy couples coaching. Support me by being a paid member: sarene.medium.com/membership 👋🏼 sarene.arias@gmail.com
Sharing Words
A life lived. Degrees earned. Experience. Illness, Poet, traveler, courageous, writes for the Good Men Project. ko-fi.comSharingWords
Sally Prag
Wilfully niche-less, playfully word-weaving. 8 x Top Writer. Writing on mindfulness, life’s lessons, travel, parenting, and more. Not always seriously.
Kristen Stark
"Delightful tumor," "Silly sausage," "Pure trash" - All accolades from fellow writers. I write stupid humor.
Jacob Flanders
cosmos, earth, life, thought, feeling, meaning, arts, words & some other things, besides
Ivy the Ginger Ninja
BSc (Psych), DipFamHist. I am a NINJA! (Or so I’ve been told, and they can’t take it back now, I’ve already had t-shirts made).
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
Jack Silverman
I am the one who is real. I had an original idea, International trade. This fits into Ideas in Economics or ‘Social Economics’. Why? Read on!
Cynthia Colson
Life Coach & Writer —Addicted to coffee & travel. I write about life, love, and everything in between. Join me! ;-) https://cynthiacolson.medium.com/membership
KL Simmons
Seeking improvement as a writer and human. Email: KLSimmons.medium@gmail.com. Owner of the publications: Taking Off, Pure Fiction and Interracial Relations.
Scarlett Fanshaw
I write poetry, short stories, and other written musings about life and anything else that leads my curious mind into unknown places.
David Volk
I’m a Seattle-based freelancer and humorist who loves goofy humor, politics and pot stirring, if you know what I mean.
Kathleen Sheridan
Lover of venting, rambling, and word vomiting. Engineer in the daytime, artist in the meantime.
Navigating my 30's
Trying to figure out how to best navigate life in your 30’s with the help of a touch of irony and a splash of psychology.
Murtaza Ali
PhD student at the University of Washington. Interested in human-computer interaction, data visualization, and computer science education.
Pamelapolis
Dealing with reality on an as needed basis. Celebrating serendipity and seeking equilibrium. On a treasure hunt.
Shruthi Sundaram
I help solopreneurs grow their brand through storytelling & forming relationships🫖| Get your FREE guide on making friends here: gum.co/onlinenetworking!
Michael Savio
An aging Millennial and father of two alleged to be a top writer in satire. Words can be found in Frazzled, MuddyUm, and garbage cans worldwide.
Susan McCorkindale
Rugby mom, soccer mom, author, hopeless optimist. Reach me at Susan@SusanMcCorkindale.com
Christine Schoenwald
Writer for The Los Angeles Times, Salon, The Startup, Tenderly, Fearless She Wrote, MuddyUm. Christineschoenwaldwriter.com
Heather Osterman-Davis
Heather’s main goal is turning trauma into comedy. Her work’s appeared in The New York Times; McSweeney’s; Washington Post; Slackjaw; The Belladonna and more.
Eric Turner
Husband. Father. Friend. Social Worker. Life is messy. Come along for the ride! Also, check out Medium membership! https://medium.com/@eturn102/membership
Dustin Arand
Lawyer turned stay-at-home dad. I write about philosophy, culture, and law. Author of the book “Truth Evolves”. Top writer in History, Culture, and Politics.
Gregg Siegel
Gregg Siegel is a freelance copywriter, former freelance jokewriter for several late night shows and a competitive punner. Yes, that’s a thing.
Some Glasses
I write opinion letters mostly about healthcare in the US, fiction, poetry, etc. https://linktr.ee/someglasses