maddie rune

fiction, poetry, and personal reflections steeped in southern americana tenderness

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“Stellar poetry and exceptional form.”...”
Joel Vicars, Worlds I Made at Work
“You may think you know alchemy. Sit, child, at the feet of one who does. Bring a blanket, a warm beverage, and a flashlight.”...”
Jarret Sharp, Jarret Sharp
“When you need a break from wildlife and want to dive into the wilds of human experience instead, visit Maddie Rune's corner. Her Gothic American poetry and prose explore emotional territories as raw and untamed as any wilderness. Her unique perspective as a Navy veteran and autistic writer creates work that's both strange and deeply human. A perfect palate cleanser between nature posts.”...”
Alexander Joseph, The Modern Naturalist