
Body.Faith.
Culture.
Writing with
nuance.

Literary

Thoughtful

Fun


Books

Zines

Articles

Topics & Values

Not all bodies are well
Whose bodies do we consider “normal?” How does that impact our ethics? Our faith? Let’s explore!

THE MORE, THE MERRIER.
Whether it’s genres of writing or shades of peoples’ skin: The more diverse the experience, the better.

CREATIVITY IS CRUCIAL
Usefulness is a poor way of prioritizing things. Beauty is worthwhile enough, for beauty’s sake. So is fun.

IT’S TIME TO SLOW DOWN
Learn the power of giving your brain a break by logging off and snuggling in to read (and make) some zines!
Hi
I’m Madison
Writer of books, articles, poems, and zines.

Welcome to my writing hub! Since 2018, I’ve been writing on Instagram and in all sorts of faith-based publications about issues of the body, sprituality, and culture. As my writing has grown, so has my need for a multi-use space to gather people.
My Experience:

Creative Writing

Theology & Ethics
I discovered theological study in undergrad and finished college with more questions than answers — about disability, bodies, ethics, and faith. I got my MA from the University of Chicago’s Divinity School and have been writing publically at the intersection of these topics ever since.

Disability & Chronic Illness



Latest Pieces
Wife, Pilgrim, Parishioner: The Spirituality of My 2023
The weekend after my husband and I returned from our honeymoon, more than 50 relative strangers prepared a blessing for us. We had found the parish only two weeks before departing for our wedding extravaganza. We had been greeted by almost everyone in the building on...
The Secret is…Still Skinny: The Victoria’s Secret “Rebrand” and ‘Tour ’23′”
I hit puberty as the American shopping mall was taking its final, dying breaths. I only entered the hallowed halls of Victoria's Secret to grab bottles of the body spray I'd douse myself with before and after gym class.
Fearing Bodies That Change: The Wisdom of Trans Discernment
When I began my work in disability theology, I hadn't begun to integrate my Catholic faith with the queer experience, beyond simply treating my LGBTQ+ friends like I would anyone else. I did not enter grad school with any vested interest in queer theology, but...
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