Writers’ Day Jobs

Alice McCormick, a writer and small animal veterinarian.

Assistant Editor Blessing Christopher: V. Hansmann opened Prospect Street Writers House three years ago. The residency now occupies a spot that was once a derelict nursing home. In September, I traveled to North Bennington, Vermont, for my annual retreat at the center. Every night, while gathered around the dining table, I would talk to V …

Gabrielle Grace Hogan, writer for Autostraddle and a poet.

CD Eskilson, poet and communications manager, on their day job

Financial advisor and poet Toby Goostree on his day job.

Writer Karen Maner, a membership services manager at a nonprofit.

Poet Rebecca Griswold on her day job as co-owner and operator of White Whale Tattoo and Gallery.

Poet Craig van Rooyen shares his experiences as a state trial court judge.

Poet and physician Jenna Le on what radiology and poetry have in common.

We speak with Issue 19.2 contributor Rasha Alduwaisan about her career in cultural histories.