Sharp Edges of Sorrow
A death doula is trained to guide people of all ages through the emotional, spiritual, physical and logistical transitions at the end of life.... Read more.
She Crafted a Media Company From the Ground Up
Lupita Montoto has been a Madison media presence for more than 24 years. She and her husband, Luis, cofounded La Movida Radio in 2000 out of a small station in Poynette.... Read more.
How Felicia’s Donation Closet Helps Domestic Violence Survivors
A local nonprofit helps those who have experienced domestic violence feel a sense of home again.... Read more.
Uchenna Jones: Birthing Babies and Inspiring New Runners
Uchenna Jones’ passion for holistic health and wellness inspired her to establish the Madison Gospel 5K Foundation five years ago.... Read more.
Gripping, Midwest-Based Reads
Three authors who call our literary city home have launched new novels, and they’re all worth adding to your TBR (“to-be-read”) pile.... Read more.
Pat Zietlow Miller’s Storied Life
After a midlife career change, Pat Zietlow Miller discovered her calling as an award-winning children’s book author.... Read more.
Rye Kimmett: From Book Lover to Business Owner
Rye Kimmett has taken her love of books and made into her own business with Kismet, a Madison area bookstore.... Read more.
Sara Alvarado’s Memoir Examines Her Life Choices and Spearheading Change
Sharing “terrifying and messy stuff ” in her new memoir, Alvarado examines her life choices, systems of oppression and spearheading societal change.... Read more.
Erica Halverson: The Actor-Artist Educator
As a self-professed “artist academic,” arts educator, author and podcast host Erica Halverson says two tenets guide her work.... Read more.
Madison by the Book
The city is a haven for writers and readers alike.... Read more.