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I’m Sarah Selecky, author of
Radiant Shimmering Light and This Cake Is for the Party.
I’m also the founder of Sarah Selecky Writing School.

I opened my online creative writing school in 2010. Our programs offer a deep and thorough study of craft and technique that respects your intellect and your intuition.⁠

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Author of Tarry This Night and Stoop City
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