MM Publication: Inspiration for the Modern Magdalena Volume III Paperback – June 3, 2025

MM Publication Volume III: Inspiration for the Modern Magdalena is the fourth installment of the MM Publication series, a timeless anthology by women, for women. This edition celebrates legacy, ritual, and the power of storytelling across generations.Inside, you’ll find heartfelt essays, poetry, and creative works organized into four sections:HerStory: Women share deeply personal narratives of family, identity, and reclaiming their voices.Ritual in Routine: Reflections on connection, healing, and traditions that ground us—including a moving story of a father and daughter reconnecting after decades.Creative Expression: Art, poetry, and prose that capture the vibrant voices of women today.Recipes: Legacy and love on every page, including treasured family recipes like Grandma Betty’s apple pie.This anthology highlights multi-generational storytelling, featuring family members and the relationships that shaped them most.Volume III includes contributions from an incredible group of women:Kristen Rud, Kathy Vertin Sharkey, Kim Stern, Vivianna Severance, Rachael Rantz, Charis Gaston, Kaila River, Kitty Packman, Mary Ann Vertin, Roxanne Johns, Libby Lamb, Brittany Sherman, Jesse Cross, Shanna Fisher, Blaire Zika, Jaimee Kate Mayne, Heather Lukacs, Pamela Buehl, Ann J Doetkott, Angelle Danielle Kanagushiku, Mariah Sharkey-Brumund, Abigail Diaz, Haley Littleton, and Sharissa Bradley.With Kristen Rud serving as Curator & Director of Publications, Sharissa Bradley as Lead Editor, and Tia Esther as Head Photographer (including the cover photo), this volume is a testament to the modern Magdalena: women navigating the intersections of heritage, healing, and self-expression.Perfect for readers seeking inspiration, connection, and a celebration of women’s voices, MM Publication Volume III makes a meaningful addition to any bookshelf or a thoughtful gift for the women in your life. Read more