S. E.

S. Ekundayo, a 22-year-old wordsmith, was born in the heart of North Texas and raised in the serene landscapes of rural central Illinois—two places they proudly call home. Currently based in the vibrant city of Chicago, S. Ekundayo is a self-taught writer who discovered the power of translating emotional experiences into words from a young age, armed with nothing but a pencil and a vivid imagination.

Identifying as a queer, non-binary, first-generation Indo-Caribbean American, S. Ekundayo's journey is a testament to resilience and creativity. As a college dropout straddling the line between a starving artist and a person with a laptop, they fearlessly share their unique perspective on life. Despite facing the darkest corners of abuse, S. Ekundayo stands as a survivor, turning pain into prose.

Proudly embracing their autistic identity, S. Ekundayo's writing draws inspiration from modern internet-celebrity poets like Rupi Kaur, Amanda Lovelace, and Rudy Francisco. The themes woven into their work revolve around the relentless pursuit of processing personal experiences, offering readers a raw and unfiltered glimpse into the author's stream of consciousness.

Beyond the written word, S. Ekundayo finds solace in watching bad reality TV, attending therapy sessions, and indulging in the simple joy of savoring pastries. With each piece they create, S. Ekundayo invites readers to join them on a journey of healing, self-discovery, and the celebration of their unapologetically authentic self.