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Elissa Washuta is a Cowlitz Indian Tribe member and acclaimed nonfiction writer. Her critically acclaimed books, including Starvation Mode and My Body Is a Book of Rules, garnered national attention, with the latter being a finalist for the prestigious Washington State Book Award. A recipient of fellowships and awards from esteemed organizations such as the National Endowment for the Arts, Creative Capital, Artist Trust, 4Culture, and Potlatch Fund, Elissa's work has been widely recognized for its innovative storytelling and cultural significance. Currently, she serves as an assistant professor of creative writing at the Ohio State University, where she continues to inspire and mentor the next generation of writers.
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About Elissa Washuta
Elissa Washuta is a Cowlitz Indian Tribe member and acclaimed nonfiction writer. Her critically acclaimed books, including Starvation Mode and My Body Is a Book of Rules, garnered national attention, with the latter being a finalist for the prestigious Washington State Book Award. A recipient of fellowships and awards from esteemed organizations such as the National Endowment for the Arts, Creative Capital, Artist Trust, 4Culture, and Potlatch Fund, Elissa's work has been widely recognized for its innovative storytelling and cultural significance. Currently, she serves as an assistant professor of creative writing at the Ohio State University, where she continues to inspire and mentor the next generation of writers.
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