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Jacqueline Coleman is an award-winning author whose work gives voice to overlooked narratives and explores the invisible social constructs that shape our lives.
Raised as a Jehovah’s Witness during the civil rights movement, Jacqueline developed a unique lens through which to view the world—one that informs her deeply reflective and thought-provoking storytelling. Her debut novel, Kings of Armageddon, examines the tension between faith and identity, while her memoir, To Be Immortal, chronicles her journey from belief to self-discovery.
Semifinalist for the 2024 African Diaspora Award for essay, Baptizing Barbie.
Jacqueline’s work serves as a refuge for readers seeking introspection, hope, and understanding.
Through themes of transformation, resilience, and self-awareness, Jacqueline invites readers to reflect on the complexities of religion, race, gender, and identity. Her debut novel, Kings of Armageddon, and memoir, To Be Immortal, delve into the tension between faith and self-discovery, offering fresh perspectives on universal human experiences.
Jacqueline’s writing blends profound insights with warmth and relatability. Through her work, she continues to illuminate the hidden echoes of life, encouraging readers to question, grow, and connect.
With an MBA from Northwestern and an MFA in Creative Writing from Columbia College Chicago, Jacqueline brings both literary sophistication and a warm, accessible voice to her work.
WFWA Award
Jacqueline received the 2024 Rising Star Award from the Women’s Fiction Writing Association (WFWA) for the first chapter of her novel, Kings of Armageddon.
WLT Award
Jacqueline also won the Writer’s League of Texas (WLT) 2024 manuscript contest for the first chapter of her work-in-progress memoir, To Be Immortal.
In addition to writing, Jacqueline is passionate about culture, genealogy, and travel.
Her curiosity has taken her to 45 U.S. states and 20 countries, including language-learning adventures in Paris, Montreal, and Salvador Bahia, Brazil. These experiences enrich her storytelling, offering readers fresh perspectives on universal themes. Jacqueline lives outside Austin, Texas, with her husband, Sam, and is currently developing her blog, Hidden Echoes: Commentary on Social Constructs, where she continues to explore the invisible rules that shape our lives.
— Favorite Quote
“If there’s a book you really want to read but it hasn’t been written yet, then you must write it.”
you must write it
— Toni Morrison
FAQ
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I’ve always been fascinated by the stories we don’t tell—the ones hidden in the shadows of society. Writing became my way of giving voice to those overlooked narratives and exploring the invisible forces that shape our lives.
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Growing up in that faith gave me a unique lens to view the world—one that balances belief and doubt, tradition and transformation. It’s a perspective I bring to every story I write, whether fiction or memoir.
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I hope they feel inspired to question the world around them, to see familiar stories in new ways, and to find hope and resilience in the face of life’s complexities.
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Striking the balance between honesty and compassion. I want to tell the truth without bitterness, to explore difficult themes while leaving room for hope and growth.
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I’m excited to continue exploring untold stories—through my upcoming novel, memoir, and my blog, Hidden Echoes. There’s so much more to uncover, and I can’t wait to share it with readers.
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