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Marita Golden (born April 28, 1950) [1] is an American novelist, nonfiction writer, professor, [2] and co-founder of the Hurston/Wright Foundation, a national organization that serves as a resource center for African-American writers. [3]
My books span genres from fiction to memoir, to what I call “communal autobiography” as I work to mine and create the complicated, dimensional voices of Black people. I write because stories call me, possess me.
I create a nurturing space and encourage brave, fearless writing by helping writers work through and work with the fear and anxiety that is a natural part of the creative writing process. I offer classes for beginners and advanced writers as well as seminars on the business of writing. Learn More.
Jan 4, 2023 · Marita Golden is the author of over 20 works of fiction and nonfiction. She is Co-founder and President Emerita of the Zora Neale Hurston/ Richard Wright Foundation.
Mar 27, 2020 · A prolific author, novelist, writer, activist, and advocate, Marita Golden is a literary genius whose words and work continue to inspire across generations. Marita Golden’s interview is a part of our March theme, “Sankofa: Honoring Our Black Feminist Pioneers.”
Marita Golden is an award-winning author of over 20 works of fiction and nonfiction, a master teacher of writing, coach, mentor, and a literary and creative writing consultant. As a literary activist, she co-founded the Zora Neale Hurston/Richard Wright Foundation.
Marita Golden (born April 28, 1950) is an award-winning novelist, nonfiction writer, distinguished teacher of writing and co-founder of the Hurston/Wright Foundation, a national organization that serves as a resource center for African-American writers.
