midnight & indigo - celebrating Black women writers

short stories. essays. melanin.

Our online publication is dedicated to celebrating and amplifying the voices of Black women writers. We focus on short fiction and essay writing, contributing to the rich tapestry of Black literature.

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Writing Classes for Black Women

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Featuring classes on short story & essay writing, craft, novel development, discussions of works by Black writers, and more. Designed especially for you! Payment plans are available.

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Books & Lit Mags

Our tri-annual lit mag is dedicated to short stories and narrative essays written by Black women writers. To date, issues feature works by 80 emerging and established storytellers across the U.S., Africa, the Caribbean, Europe, Canada, Asia, and Australia.

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Immerse yourself in our lit mag

We believe in the power of words to illuminate, empower, and inspire. Our lit mag celebrates the voices of Black women writers across the diaspora.

From thought-provoking essays to captivating literary and speculative short fiction, each issue we publish invites you into a literary world that resonates.

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PRE-ORDER: midnight & indigo: The Music Issue (Issue #13)

midnight & indigo celebrates Black women writers! Our music issue features a collection of essays and short stories by 12 Black women writers in which sound shapes identity, memory, and resilience. Press play, turn the page, and let this issue become the soundtrack to your soul.

PRE-ORDER: midnight & indigo: The Music Issue (Issue #13)

PRE-ORDER: midnight & indigo: The Music Issue (Issue #13) $11.95

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midnight & indigo: Twenty-One Speculative Stories by Black Women Writers (Issue 12)

A collection of stories that traverse the strange and the hauntingly real, 21 Black women storytellers across the U.S., Canada, the Caribbean, Africa, and Europe share tales in which the impossible becomes possible, and every corner hides something magical.

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midnight & indigo - Issue #11

Featuring new short stories by 10 emerging and established Black women storytellers from the U.S., Africa, and Europe, this issue brings together voices that explore identity, family, and the transformative power of truth. From familial bonds tested by secrets to the pursuit of healing and love in unexpected places, these stories invite readers to explore the intricate threads that connect us all.

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midnight & indigo - Issue #10

Featuring new short stories by eight emerging and established Black women storytellers from the U.S., Africa, and the Caribbean, this issue weaves together tales of resilience, self-discovery, and the unpredictable nature of the human experience, inviting readers to explore the intricate threads that connect us all.

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celebrate Black women writers. every day.

With an emphasis on short fiction, essay writing, classes and writing workshops, midnight & indigo provides space for Black women writers to share their narratives with the world. We exist to make a meaningful contribution to the rich Black literary tradition while providing a platform to elevate our voices. In addition to our print publication, we publish online at midnightandindigo.com. We are 100% Black and woman-owned.

writing. craft. storytelling.

Ready to bring your writing to life? Explore your unique voice and build community. We offer a range of transformative online writing classes designed specifically for Black women writers.

Whether you’re a seasoned writer or just starting your creative journey, our courses provide a supportive space for growth, reflection, and creative expression.

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Exploring Memoir: Personal Story & Power for Creative Nonfiction Writers | 4-Week Online Writing Workshop

his 4-week course is designed for Black women writers new to memoir writing, giving you the tools to reflect, create, and connect with your unique voice.

Exploring Memoir: Personal Story & Power for Creative Nonfiction Writers | 4-Week Online Writing Workshop

Exploring Memoir: Personal Story & Power for Creative Nonfiction Writers | 4-Week Online Writing Workshop $249.00

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Dhayana Alejandrina Saturdays, September 6-27
10a-11:30a ET
7a-8:30a PT
9a-10:30a CT
4 class sessions

It's Crazy Out Here: An Introduction to Insanity in Black Literature | 4-Week Online Writing Workshop

It's Crazy Out Here: An Introduction to Insanity in Black Literature takes a deeper look into why we go mad, how society views that madness, and how to write a mad character.

It's Crazy Out Here: An Introduction to Insanity in Black Literature | 4-Week Online Writing Workshop

It's Crazy Out Here: An Introduction to Insanity in Black Literature | 4-Week Online Writing Workshop $229.00

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Desiree Winns Saturdays, October 4-25
10a-11:30a ET
7a-8:30a PT
9a-10:30a CT
4 class sessions

Testify! The Personal and Political Power of Crafting Essays | 4-Week Online Writing Workshop

A bold, intimate, and transformative writing workshop for Black women writers rooted in the radical tradition of Black women truth-tellers. This course invites writers to explore the sacred act of testifying—telling our stories not just for ourselves, but as a form of resistance, remembrance, and collective liberation.

Testify! The Personal and Political Power of Crafting Essays | 4-Week Online Writing Workshop

Testify! The Personal and Political Power of Crafting Essays | 4-Week Online Writing Workshop $229.00

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Desiree McCray Tuesdays, October 7-28
7p-8:30p ET
4p-5:30p PT
6p-7:30p CT
4 class sessions

Decolonizing Our Writing Voice: A Workshop for Black women writers | 1 Day Online Writing Workshop

In this writing workshop for Black women writers, we will begin the work of decolonizing our access to our full authentic writing voices and decolonizing our writing itself, revealing writing that is most true to who we are.