Author Bio
Jacqueline Frigano is a writer and MFA candidate at Stony Brook University. She holds a BFA in Creative Writing and is deeply fascinated by the psychology of characters, exploring how individuals are shaped by societal pressures, influences, and economic inequality. Jacqueline's work reflects her passions for growth, life, and the complexities of human nature. When not writing, she can be found hunting for caffeine and spending time with her tuxedo cats, Charlotte and Ophelia.
My Story
I grew up in the mountains of Northeastern Pennsylvania, where towering trees, quiet valleys, and a low-income upbringing taught me resilience. My Czech mother's and Scottish granny's songs and stories sparked my love for language, while my own experiences revealed how society molds opportunity and identity- for better or worse.
These influences drive my writing, which explores human complexities in all their pain and glory. Today, as an MFA student and instructor at Stony Brook University, I continue to trace these stories in my prose and attempt to instill a deep love of exploration in my students.
There is no truth without bravery.
Contact
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