Hi, I’m Malanda if we haven’t met.
Part-time writer, full-time human. Welcome!
I’m excited to write you and look forward to sharing mistakes, a birthright of being human. Fun fact: my favorite word in the English dictionary is ‘serendipity’, some define it as a happy accident. We can all dig that, right? It's not always about what you know, truth lies in what you don’t. My favorite pieces are unfinished. I like demos more than full-cut songs; I like a baseline with track noise but that’s just me. The best painters understand this.
Anyways, too much talking. Told you, run-on sentences and waterweight thoughts.
Happy you’re here. Mi casa es su casa ✌🏾
The Quill?
quill /kwil/ noun
any of the main wing or tail feathers of a bird.
long ago used as a writing instrument.
I like birds, they are ancient communicators. They carry wisdom only Earth knows. I will explore my curiosity here and invite you to do the same. We are instruments, just as we are the message. I hope to carry both. Feel free to chat, comment, and chime in anytime. I will introduce a paid tier in the following weeks, those posts will be paywalled for paying subscribers only. They will include notes, inspiration, and full readings of most essays. Thank you in advance for however you feel led to support this newsletter!
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Paid Membership: $8 PER MONTH / 80 PER YEAR
As a creative, I've discovered that having support is crucial for nurturing creativity. I'm fortunate to have shared my writing with many of you, and I'm grateful for the love you've shown for it. Writing has not only been a passion but also a means to support my work and other artistic endeavors. If you'd like to help sustain this creative journey and enjoy a more rounded experience, please consider subscribing to the paid tier.
Full access to all posts and archives.
Access to both long and short form writing.
Audio readings for most articles.
Scanned handwritten notes.
Access to subscriber-only chats.
Discounts on published works.
Founding Member (Above Paid Membership Tier):
Offers everything available to paid subscribers.
Early-bird notification for upcoming events.
Shared ideas and input on the future of The Quill.
Meetings/workshops (Virtual) — Coming soon.
The tiers progressively offer more benefits, with the Founding Member tier providing the most comprehensive experience and deeper engagement with the creator and their work.
Thank you all in advance!
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