Silk Jazmyne is a writer and teaching artist with a deep love for stories that blend reality and imagination. With an MFA in Creative Writing from the University of Tampa and a B.S. in Communications from Florida International University, Silk brings both craft and clarity to her work.

She’s taught with GrubStreet, Kitchen Table Literary Arts, and The Porch, helping writers of all levels explore speculative fiction, world-building, and the emotional truth that drives unforgettable stories. Her short fiction has appeared in midnight & indigo, African Writer Magazine, The Gateway Review, and more.

Above all, Silk believes storytelling is a form of healing, resistance, and creation—a way to honor the worlds we come from and imagine the ones we want to build.

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Whether you're new to creative writing or returning with fresh eyes, Silk offers structure and support to help you grow. From exploring speculative worlds to digging into emotional truth, you’ll learn how to shape stories that feel rooted and resonant.

Her teaching style blends:

• Practical tools (character, voice, setting, image)

• Genre exploration from sci-fi to slice-of-life

• Gentle feedback that honors your unique voice

When you take a class with Silk, expect to be guided—not lectured. She creates learning spaces that feel alive with curiosity, where conversation and discovery lead the way.