Welcome to Black Writers of Tomorrow!
Get ready to embark on an incredible journey with our community of talented young black writers. Whether you're just starting out or already have some experience under your belt, our group is here to provide you with the support and encouragement you need to thrive.
After noticing the lack of support we had from fellow black writers, we started Black Writers of Tomorrow; a writers group specifically designed to encourage and expand the minds of young black writers. We were tired of hearing “I don’t get it” and we’re sure you are too.
Through our monthly Zoom meetings, share your story, connect with like-minded individuals, and let your creativity shine. Together, we can make a difference in the world of writing.
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Anais Lee
FOUNDER & CHEIF GROUP DIRECTOR
Anais Lee is an actress, writer, model, and activist committed to creating and sharing stories. Through her acting, Anais has played a multiple of characters on screen and through her writing, written even more. Through her activism work with founding The Beatrice Martin Foundation and working with the Golden State Readers, Anais works to promote literacy and safeguard literature for all.
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Kolby Mitchell
FOUNDER & CHEIF GROUP DIRECTOR
Kolby has loved writing for as long as he can remember. Working in the entertainment industry as an actor has allowed him to gain a deeper love and appreciation for the craft and art of screenwriting, his preferred method of writing. He has taken college level short story writing and screenwriting classes and continues to hone his craft.
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Mirabelle Lee
FOUNDER & CHEIF GROUP DIRECTOR
Mirabelle Lee is an actress, model, and writer based in Los Angeles, California. A passionate storyteller and avid reader, she is dedicated to amplifying diverse voices and sharing impactful narratives. Alongside her acting and writing career, Mirabelle advocates for literacy and book access through The Beatrice Martin Foundation, her nonprofit organization, and Golden State Readers, a student-led advocacy group.
GROUP DIRECTORS
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Julia Weston
GROUP 2 GROUP DIRECTOR
Julia Weston is an actress, writer, and photographer from Connecticut. She is currently a first-year at Yale University where she is pursuing studies in Theatre and English. Between directing theatre productions, shooting events on campus, or reluctantly doing homework, Julia spends most of her free time hiking, watching movies, and performing in student films. She is passionate about accessible arts education, and looks forward to expanding Black Writers of Tomorrow's reach!
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Christian Conner
GROUP 2 GROUP DIRECTOR
Christian, an actor and screenwriter from New York City, has been performing since 2015. His diverse experience includes roles in operas at The Metropolitan Opera, commercials, and a few theatre productions. He discovered his passion for screenwriting while attending Ghetto Film School, a prestigious filmmaking program that nurtured his storytelling instincts. Christian is now dedicated to pursuing screenwriting in college to bring nuanced narratives to life on screen.
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Jaden Idris
GROUP 3 GROUP DIRECTOR
Jaden is a Neuroscience & Philosophy major at the University of Rochester. Although she aspires to pursue a career in medicine, Jaden has always found safety and freedom in writing. Her works range from poems to research publications. Currently, Jaden is leading an educational newspaper initiative for foster kids through Cincinnati Children’s Hospital & Medical Center. As she blossoms as a writer, she hopes to weave together her love for science and the arts.
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Amir O'Neil
GROUP 3 GROUP DIRECTOR
Amir is an actor, writer, and aspiring filmmaker. He began acting in 2014 and has appeared in TV shows such as Marlon, Madagascar: A Little Wild, and The Crossover. Amir began writing in 2018 when him and his brother had an idea for an animated TV series. He instantly fell in love with screenwriting and, throughout the years, has ventured out to other forms of writing such as poetry and essays.
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Elissa Matthews
GROUP 4 GROUP DIRECTOR
Elissa Matthews is a writer, reader, and ceramicist. Whether planning her prose, analyzing text, or sculpting clay, she finds inspiration in the combination of art and creation. As an aspiring oncologist hoping to obtain and MD/PHD, she hopes to use her writing not only to document discovery, but to also illuminate the lost voices of color in medicine. Through her artistic and scientific passions, Elissa aims to provide compassionate care to her future patients while advocating for representation and equity in healthcare.
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Moserere Alo
GROUP 4 GROUP DIRECTOR
Moserere is an avid reader, writer, artist, singer and dancer though she’s exceptionally terrible at the latter two. She has a passion for storytelling be it through endless conversations or words in writing. Through her work, she wants to share her culture and build a community for young girls like herself, desperate to see themselves in literature. She intends to merge her interest in writing with that of science through scientific research and hopefully follow a medical pathway in the future. Through it all, she hopes to provide evidence to young black girls that they too can do anything they put their mind into; they too can do it all.
MEDIA
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Eelan Reed
MEDIA DIRECTOR
Eelan Reed is a passionate creative based in Minnesota’s Twin Cities, with a love for writing, film, dance, cinematography, and sports. Aspiring to earn a marketing degree, Eelan seeks to merge creativity with the film and fashion industries, creating compelling stories and visuals. Writing is is as much a challenge as it is an inspiration, driving her to create fresh ideas across digital and practical mediums. With a never ending curiosity, she hopes to inspire others and create fresh ideas.