MM Publication: Inspiration for the Modern Magdalena

MM Publication Volume OI: Inspiration for the Modern Magdalena brings together the voices of more than forty women sharing their stories, insights, and creative works. Building on the foundation of Volume 00, this collection expands into an even wider tapestry of perspectives, celebrating resilience, creativity, and the modern female experience.

Curated by Kristen Rud, with photography by Tia Esther and editing by Sharissa Bradley, this issue highlights a special feature on women thriving in predominantly male industries. With contributions from writers, artists, entrepreneurs, and visionaries, this anthology offers a chorus of voices dedicated to inspiring and supporting women at every stage of life.

Contributors include: Kristen Rud, Christina Sanders, Jamie Green, Liz Funk, Tanya Murguia, Nicole Giordano, Charis Gaston, Abigail Diaz, Moira Jamey Flora, Vivianna Severance, Jesse St. James, Alicia Richardson, Roxanne Cheldelin, Jaime Phillips, Victoria Rodomista, Ann J. Doetkott, Emily Martin, Tia Esther, Heather Lukacs, Mayra Wasco, Cara Tibiduiza, Sharissa Bradley, Vanessa Escañuela, Rachel Rantz, Blaire Zika, Kim DaSilva, Paislie Neal, Lauren Bagwell, Katie Worst, Angela & Lisa, Isabel Cuevas, Lisa Spinelli, Alisha Meyer, Sam Murray, Riss Magdalena, Roxanne Johns, Caroline Halsted, Christina Wright, Brandi Villescas, Megan Pagoda, Kristen Lovio, Ashley Laiko, Kelly Rjoub, Marci Corley, Jen Haddix, Emily Bailey, Marissa Rose, Pamela Buehl, Amanda Reynolds, Emily Sanchez, and Dede Jones.

Whether you are seeking encouragement, wisdom, or a sense of community, MM Publication Volume 01 is a vibrant celebration of modern womanhood.

Kristen Rud is the visionary founder of MM Publication, a community-based anthology series dedicated to uplifting the authentic voices and lived experiences of women. With a passion for storytelling and a deep belief in the power of shared truth, Kristen created MM Publication as a space where vulnerability, healing, and creativity could coexist on the page.Her background in writing, publishing, and women's advocacy informs her commitment to curating diverse, meaningful narratives that reflect the depth and nuance of womanhood. Through her leadership, MM Publication has become more than a collection of stories-it is a movement of collective empowerment.Kristen is also an educator, creative mentor, and author, continually working to ensure that women's stories are not only heard but honored. She lives with intention, writes with heart, and leads with vision-making space for voices that matter.