Laekan Zea Kemp
Critique Boutique Information
Open to critiquing: Full PB.
Dates available: July 18-31, Sept 1-15, Oct 16-31, Dec 1-15
Preferences: None stated.
Restrictions: None stated.
Laekan Zea Kemp is a writer living in Austin, Texas. Her debut novel, Somewhere Between Bitter and Sweet was a 2022 Pura Belpré Honor Recipient. In addition to writing she’s also the creator and host of the Author Pep Talks podcast, as well as a contributor to the Las Musas podcast. She has three objectives when it comes to storytelling: to make people laugh, cry, and crave Mexican food. Her work celebrates Chicane grit, resilience, creativity, and joy while exploring themes of identity and mental health.
Pronouns: she/her